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A Middle East Crossroads in the Year 1900

This course opens in the waning days of the Ottoman Empire, when the forces of nationalism and political reform were simmering in the Middle East and North Africa. See how Western imperialism, the politics of oil, and the push for a Jewish state all set the stage for the 20th century.

English
  • Runtime 28 minutes
  • Content Rating United States of America TV-PG
  • Production Company United States The Great Courses
  • Created January 13, 2025 by
    LifeofAF
  • Modified January 13, 2025 by
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