Marking the 80th anniversary of the victory in World War II, Professor Geoffrey Roberts, a distinguished historian, reveals little-known historical truths in this video. Drawing on his deep expertise, he offers insights from the past to guide our understanding of the present and reflections for humanity’s future.

0:00 Nothing in History Is Inevitable;
2:28 Stalin's Secret Proposal: Restoring the Pre-War Order;
6:35 WWII's Biggest Myth: The So-Called Rules-Based Order;
11:50 The Cold War: A Western Project Opposed by the USSR;
17:57 Cold War Closed the Door on a Different Global Economy;
21:19 China's Rise Empowers the Global South;
23:41 China's V-Day Parade: A Key Geopolitical Event;
26:14 Ukraine War: Russia's Existential Struggle and Multipolar Vision;
34:52 3 Key Lessons for Today's Leaders

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