This insightful book offers a comprehensive overview of the political and military forces that shaped the early 20th century. From the rise of fascism in Europe to the emergence of the Soviet Union as a superpower, Men and Forces of Our Time provides a fascinating glimpse into the tumultuous events that led up to World War II. Written by a noted Romanian historian, this book is a must-read for anyone interested in the history of modern Europe. This work has been selected by scholars as being culturally important, and is part of the knowledge base of civilization as we know it. This work is in the "public domain in the United States of America, and possibly other nations. Within the United States, you may freely copy and distribute this work, as no entity (individual or corporate) has a copyright on the body of the work. Scholars believe, and we concur, that this work is important enough to be preserved, reproduced, and made generally available to the public. We appreciate your support of the preservation process, and thank you for being an important part of keeping this knowledge alive and relevant.