Why did Nixon abandon the gold standard in 1971?
Examine the contributing factors that explained the collapse of the fixed exchange rate system in 1971.
Entries by Justin
The Japanese Economic Miracle: Revisited
Anaylse the key factors that explain the phenomenal growth of the Japanese economy in the post-war years.
What caused the post-war economic miracle in Western Europe?
Examine the contributing factors that led to the rapid economic expansion in post-war Western Europe.
What happened during the United States invasion of Grenada?
Learn more about the Cold War case study to understand its impact on the United Nations.
What were Dag Hammarskjöld’s contributions?
Learn more about the role of the late Swedish diplomat who assumed the role of the Secretary-General in the United Nations.
What happens when the General Assembly convenes?
Examine the three types of sessions conducted by the General Assembly to maintain international peace and security.
What happened in the Hungarian uprising?
Examine the political developments in Hungary that affected the relevance of the United Nations during the Cold War.
When was ASEAN formed?
Learn more about the historical developments before the founding of ASEAN.
When was the Berlin Wall built and why?
Find out more about the Berlin Crisis of 1961 to understand why the Berlin Wall was built
What was the main purpose of the Potsdam Conference?
Learn more about the Potsdam Conference that involved the Big Three’s discussion of post-war order and Germany.