Is the Second World War the final global conflict we will ever see?
In short: Psychologist Steven Pinker examines the long-term trajectory of global violence. By analyzing historical trends in war and peace, he questions whether the catastrophic scale of the last world war remains an anomaly or a permanent fixture of human history in the 21st century.
In this talk, part of the Imperial War Museums' Reimagining Victory series, Pinker draws on his research from 'The Better Angels of our Nature' to provide a longitudinal perspective on conflict. The discussion explores the evolving nature of warfare and the potential for lasting peace in the modern era.
The session is presented in partnership with Conciliation Resources, aiming to challenge conventional understandings of victory. By situating contemporary geopolitical tensions within a broader historical framework, Pinker invites viewers to consider whether humanity is moving toward a future where world wars are a thing of the past.
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