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BEGINING OF THE 20TH CENTURY
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MODERN ART MOVEMENTS
From Cubism and Surrealism to Abstract Expressionism, the 20th century witnesses a flourishing of artistic styles that challenge traditional aesthetics and reflect the changing world. -
THE WRIGHT BROTHERS
Orville and Wilbur Wright achieve the first controlled, sustained flight of a motorized heavier-than-air craft, marking a pivotal moment in transportation history. -
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WORLD WAR I
The assassination of Archduke Franz Ferdinand of Austria sparks a global conflict that engulfs Europe and beyond. The war reshapes the political landscape, leads to the collapse of empires, and leaves a devastating human cost. -
COMMUNISM
The Bolshevik Revolution in Russia leads to the establishment of the world's first communist state, sparking ideological clashes and a new political order. -
THE ROARING TWENTIES
Following the devastation of World War I, a period of economic prosperity and social change sweeps across the Western world, particularly in the United States. This era is marked by innovation, cultural experimentation, and a loosening of social norms. -
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FASCISM
In Italy and Germany, fascist ideologies emerge, emphasizing nationalism, authoritarian rule, and state control. These ideologies played a significant role in the outbreak of World War II. -
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THE GREAT DEPRESSION
A worldwide economic downturn begins in 1929, leading to mass unemployment, poverty, and social unrest. The Great Depression shapes economic policies for decades to come. -
THE ATOMIC AGE
The development of atomic bombs by the United States during World War II marks the beginning of the atomic age, ushering in a new era of immense potential and danger. -
END OF THE 20TH CENTURY
