The American century — and so much more. Explore the modern age continent by continent, through its world wars, its technology and its defining documents. Select a section to begin.
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Each section gathers the major events of the century by region and by theme.

A year-by-year listing of Nobel Prizes, Oscars, sports championships and much more.
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Every major event in Europe, from the first Russian Revolution to the war in Ukraine.
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From the Boxer Rebellion to the Taliban victory — the major events of Asian history.
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From the age of colonialism through independence — Africa in the 20th century.
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Many call the 20th the American century. Here is where you learn the details.
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The major events that took place across South America during the 20th century.
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Empire, oil, and conflict — the events that shaped the modern Middle East.
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Millions died in the fields of Europe in the first great war of the century.
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War came to Europe in 1939, but reached American shores on December 7th, 1941.
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From aircraft to medical breakthroughs — a century of great advances.
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One hundred key documents, from the Versailles Treaty to the Oslo Accords.
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Population graphs and other important statistics of the 20th century.
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