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“The assassination at Sarajevo was certainly the crucial precedent of the European war that its conspirators had sought, but was not the historical cause ... The assassination acted as a lever, prying the various powers into predictable paths.”

Quote by J. Bowyer Bell

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J. Bowyer Bell
J. Bowyer Bell

J. Bowyer Bell was a renowned historian known for his research on African history. His works delved into the social, political, and cultural developments of the African continent, profoundly influencing the understanding of African history and contemporary issues. more

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