... that contributed towards their downfall such as the rise in nationalism, the Second World War and arguably the First World War, the rise of the US and other such factors. By analysing these factors, a clear and concise argument shall be given as to why these empires collapsed in such a short amount of time. One factor that must be argued to have contributed ... were tired of fighting. From the start of the treaty the aims are made clear: "an ever closer union among the peoples of Europe"" and "to ensure the economic and social progress of their countries by common action to eliminate th...

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