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The First World War, which ignited in the Balkans, was intensely fought on the Eastern Front for nearly a decade, leading to significant transformations in the political and social fabric of Europe. Recent historical research has begun to focus on the Eastern front's specific aspects, including mass deportations, ethnic cleansing, and the escalation of military and revolutionary violence. This volume examines the ‘Long First World War’ (1912–1923) within the broader context of the century from the mid-19th to mid-20th century, delving into the legacies of violence that emerged during this tumultuous period. The content includes discussions on the political strains of war in Eastern Europe, the identity conflicts in East Central and Southeastern Europe before the war, and the roles of various leaders in shaping the aftermath. It addresses the norms of occupation, the exploitation of occupied territories, and the fantasies surrounding forced population transfers. The radicalization section explores the intersection of physical anthropology with state agendas, anti-Jewish violence foreshadowing the Holocaust, and counter-revolutionary violence in defeated states. The aftermath section highlights the complexities of war experiences in Poland, the pre-negotiated violence of ethnic cleansing, and the enduring impacts of revolution in the Soviet Union. A commentary provides a comparative perspective on the legacies of violence in
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Legacies of violence, Jochen Böhler
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