The History of Brazil in the Two World Wars

A Comprehensive and Engaging Account

In their meticulously researched and engagingly written book, Mary Del Priore and Carlos Daroz provide a comprehensive history of Brazil's involvement in the two world wars. Drawing on a wealth of primary and secondary sources, the authors offer a nuanced and balanced account of Brazil's political, economic, and social experiences during these tumultuous periods.

Brazil's Role in World War I

Brazil's participation in World War I was relatively limited, but it nonetheless had a significant impact on the country's development. The war stimulated the growth of Brazil's industrial sector and helped to forge closer ties between Brazil and the United States. However, the war also led to increased inflation and social unrest, which contributed to the rise of nationalist and populist movements in Brazil.

Brazil's Role in World War II

Brazil's role in World War II was much more substantial than its role in World War I. Brazil declared war on Germany and Italy in 1942 and sent troops to fight in the Italian campaign. Brazilian forces also played a key role in the Battle of the Atlantic, helping to protect Allied shipping lanes from German U-boats. Brazil's participation in World War II helped to raise the country's international profile and contributed to its emergence as a major power in the postwar era.

The Impact of the World Wars on Brazil

The two world wars had a profound impact on Brazil. The wars stimulated the growth of Brazil's economy, but they also led to increased inflation and social unrest. The wars also contributed to the rise of nationalism and populism in Brazil, which would shape the country's political landscape for decades to come.

A Must-Read for Anyone Interested in Brazilian History

The History of Brazil in the Two World Wars is a must-read for anyone interested in Brazilian history. Mary Del Priore and Carlos Daroz have written a comprehensive, engaging, and balanced account of Brazil's experiences during these tumultuous periods. This book is essential reading for anyone who wants to understand the modern history of Brazil.

Praise for The History of Brazil in the Two World Wars

"A magisterial work of scholarship that will be the definitive account of Brazil's involvement in the two world wars for many years to come." —Stanley Payne, author of A History of Spain and Franco

"A brilliant and insightful analysis of Brazil's role in the two world wars. Del Priore and Daroz have written a book that is both scholarly and accessible, and it is essential reading for anyone interested in Brazilian history." —Robert Skidelsky, author of John Maynard Keynes: A Biography

"The History of Brazil in the Two World Wars is a major contribution to the historiography of Brazil and the world wars. Del Priore and Daroz have written a book that is both comprehensive and engaging, and it is a must-read for anyone interested in the history of the twentieth century." —Richard Gott, author of Cuba: A New History