Causes of the Spanish Civil War

15 in 15: To What Extent was Alexander II the "Tsar Liberator"?

Alexander II is known as the "Tsar Liberator" and the "Good Tsar", but to what extent is this justified? We look at his legal, educational, and political reforms, as well as what should have been the greatest achievement of liberation in Russian history, the emancipation of the serfs in 1861, to answer that very question.

15 in 15: Long-term Causes of WW1 and WW2

What were the long-term causes of two 20th Century Wars? How can we get 15 marks on a question like this? In just 15 minutes, I'll take you through how I would organise my answer, trying to do everything you would need to do in order to get full marks.

Mao's Consolidation of Power

How did Mao Zedong consolidate his position as the leader of China following the Civil War? I break it down into 5 major themes: 1. Victory in the CCW and Military Strength 2. Support of the Masses - Land Reform (1950-53) 3. Gradual Government and Societal Change 4. Mass Campaigns and Propaganda 5. Ideology and Cult of Personality

Causes of the Spanish Civil War

How did Spain go from neutrality and monarchy during WW1 to a polarised republic and Civil War in the years leading to WW2?