This book examines the social, political, and military origins of World War I that lie in the rise of German imperialism. It discusses the influence and propaganda of the Pangerman Union, a nationalist organization formed in 1891 that exerted considerable influence on the German government through the early 20th century. The text offers detailed profiles of key figures, policies, and events that contributed to the worsening international relations that escalated to the outbreak of war in 1914. The author argues that the German people were increasingly compelled by the rhetoric of superiority to follow their government towards war. This book benefits both academics and history enthusiasts by offering fresh insights into the complexities leading up to World War I and the role of influential groups such as the Pangerman Union.

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