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Tsar Ferdinand I of Bulgaria could have been a successful leader, but his aspirations for war led him to eventual exile. Bulgaria—part of the Balkan powder keg—has a complicated history. Unravel the events to help your budding historians understand the crucial role the region played in World War I.
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Instructional Ideas
- Use the video as research for key figures during World War I
- Discuss the role of the Balkans in the Great War after viewing the video with the class
Classroom Considerations
- Part of Who Did What in World War I? video biography series
- This video is hosted on YouTube
Pros
- Profiles a region and personality often neglected in regular study of the Great War
- Engaging narrator engages viewers with how Ferdinand I fits into the larger picture of the conflict
Cons
- Video is pedantic and presumes a detailed knowledge of the Balkans most secondary learners do not have