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Unit 16: Paper 2 · Causes and effects of 20th-century wars

Unit 16 of IB History covers Paper 2 · Causes and effects of 20th-century wars. This unit contains 3 topics and 9 sub-topics. Below you'll find free study notes, flashcards, and exam preparation resources for every topic in this unit.

3 topics9 sub-topics

Exam technique guide

Topics in Unit 16

16.1

Causes of war

3 sub-topics

16.2

Practices of war and their impact on outcome

3 sub-topics

16.3

Effects of war

3 sub-topics

Study tip: Work through the topics in order — each builds on concepts from the one before. Start with notes, then reinforce with flashcards and practice questions.

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