Describe the transition of Western nations from autocratic forms of government to liberal democracies. What are three fundamental principles of the “liberal state” and how are these preserved in a liberal democracy? Finally, discuss one shortcoming of lib

 

Describe the transition of Western nations from autocratic forms of government to liberal democracies. What are three fundamental principles of the “liberal state” and how are these preserved in a liberal democracy? Finally, discuss one shortcoming of liberalism.

Specify and define the three major forces that gave rise to WWI (excluding the assassination and the alliance system.) Provide a specific historical example of one of these and describe in detail how it contributed to the war.