Western Europe
Definition
Western Europe is the region comprising the western part of Europe. Countries within this region are known for their high standard of living, democratic political structures, and strong economies. During the Cold War, it was associated with capitalist democracies under the influence of the United States.
Analogy
If you think about a school classroom as Europe, then Western Europe would be like those students who always follow rules, get good grades and are popular among teachers - they're generally doing well and have a lot of influence in class decisions.
Related terms
European Union (EU): A political and economic union of 27 member states that are located primarily in Europe.
Capitalism: An economic system where private entities own the factors of production and operate for profit.
Democracy: A system of government where citizens exercise power directly or elect representatives from among themselves to form a governing body.
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What economic system was developing in Western Europe during the 16th century?
Which Marxist perspective best explains the Industrial Revolution's impact on Western Europe between 1648-1815?
Which event most facilitated migration and exchange between Western Europe and Asia during this period?
Which economic model gained popularity throughout much of Western Europe during the latter half of the nineteenth century?
How did collectivization under Stalin compare with enclosure movements in Western Europe?
How did the economic disparity between Eastern and Western Europe during the Cold War reflect Marxist theory of class struggles?
What was a major effect of decolonization efforts in Africa and Asia post-WWII on Western Europe?
What economic plan helped rebuild Western Europe after World War II?
What plan helped rebuild Western Europe economically after World War II?
What was a significant social change in post-World War II Western Europe?
Which ideology significantly influenced political and social structures during the post-World War II rebuilding period in Western Europe?
How did WWII affect gender roles in Western Europe during the rebuilding process?
Which doctrine aimed at providing financial support to rebuild Western Europe after World War II?
What is considered as a significant driving force behind Western Europe's post-WWII economic recovery?
What was a major economic trend in Western Europe during the postwar period?
Why did the Soviet Union's economy fail to keep up with Western Europe in the post-war period?
Which major event prompted changes in labor policies across post-war Western Europe?
What was a key difference between the feminist movements in Western Europe and Eastern Europe during the 20th century?
What major event led to a major influx of refugees into Western Europe in mid-2010's?
What event triggered the mass migration of Eastern Europeans to Western Europe after 1945?
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