Throughout history, conflicts and revolutions have shaped nations and reshaped the world. Understanding these events requires examining their causes, key events, and lasting effects.

Every major conflict has multiple causes — political, economic, social, and ideological. The American Revolution, for example, was caused by taxation without representation, restrictions on colonial trade, and the desire for self-governance.

Wars and conflicts produce both immediate and long-term effects. They change borders, create new governments, affect economies, and alter societies. The aftermath often includes treaties, new laws, and shifts in political power.

When studying conflicts, consider multiple perspectives. Different groups may experience the same event very differently. Examining primary sources — letters, documents, speeches from the time — helps us understand these perspectives.