Are Modern Superpowers just Empires in a Trench Coat? | Modern World History 29 of 30 | Study Hall

You may have heard the term “wolf in sheep’s clothing,” when one thing tries to disguise itself as something else. But after the global conflicts of World War II, did empires really stop pursuing imperial power– or did they just drop the “empire” label? In this episode, we’ll look at how the USSR, China, and the United States pursued imperial ambitions throughout the 20th century, building themselves into modern day empires. __________________________________________________________________________ Want to get a head start on college and start earning credit now? Now you can take top-tier college courses with Study Hall! Study Hall videos are available to watch at no cost, and first-year courses are $25 to sign-up and begin coursework. Once you're satisfied with your grade, receive credit for only $400. https://link.gostudyhall.com/whst Follow us on social media! Twitter: https://twitter.com/gostudyhall Instagram: https://Instagram.com/GoStudyHall Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/GoStudyHall __________________________________________________________________________ Chapters: 0:00 - Introduction 1:28 - USSR 4:18 - China 7:32 - USA 11:17 - Conclusion __________________________________________________________________________ #StudyHall #WorldHistory #ModernHistory