Germany

In the later part of the 19th century the German Empire was the leading power on the continent of Europe, both militarily and economically. Britain alone could challenge Imperial Germany, due to the strength of the Royal Navy and the resources that this island kingdom could bring to bear. The British Empire ruled the seas, but the Germans had the strongest single army in Europe. As the 20th century dawned it was clear that the economies of Germany and the United States […]