For decades after World War II, the violent changing of borders had been considered taboo, given the cascade of turmoil that could follow. With the tragic exception of the former Yugoslavia, the concept became unthinkable. For that reason, 2014 was in a sense a pivotal year, as Eastern Europe again saw borders altered by violence and the threat of force, as part of Ukraine (Crimea) was annexed by Russia. This lecture covers that violent, disruptive event, and notes several questions and issues brought up by it. This video is episode 23 from the series A History of Eastern Europe, Presented by Vejas Gabriel Liulevicius Learn more about Eastern European History at www.wondrium.com 00:00 Ukraine Erupts Into Crisis in 2014 02:10 Background to Ukraine-Russia Crisis 07:26 West Vs. East Conflict in Ukrainian History 11:03 A Short History of Tractors in Ukrainian 13:52 Ukraine Gains Independence 15:59 Ukraine Becomes Dependent on Russia 18:37 Gains for Ukrainian Reform Lead to Disappointment 22:31 Russian Media Denounces Protesters as Nazis 25:54 Ukraine-Russia Conflict Becomes "New Normal" 27:44 Russian Power Abuse Echoes Late 1700s ------------------------------------------- Welcome to Wondrium on YouTube. Here, you can enjoy a carefully curated selection of the history, science, and math videos you’ve come to know and love from brands like The Great Courses, and more. If you’ve ever wanted to travel back in time, wondered about the science of life, wished for a better understanding of math, or dreamt of exploring the stars … then Wondrium will be your new favorite channel on YouTube! If you decide you’d like to learn more about what you love, check out the full experience at wondrium.com/YouTube There, you’ll find in-depth answers to everything you’ve ever wondered, with mind-blowing surprises along the way. Your brain is going to love this place! ------------------------------------------- You can also read thousands of articles from the smartest experts in their fields at The Great Courses Daily: www.Thegreatcoursesdaily.com And, of course, check us out on all of our social channels: -Facebook: www.facebook.com/wondrium -Twitter: twitter.com/wondrium -Instagram: www.instagram.com/wondrium ------------------------------------------- #Russia #Ukraine #BorderCrisis

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