How could a reign that started with such hopes and energy go so wrong? In this talk, Professor Liulevicius will follow German Emperor Wilhelm II, grandson of Britain’s Queen Victoria, and a young man of drive and ambition. From 1888, his risk-taking foreign policies led Germany into isolation and led to the First World War in 1914, which produced German defeat, the loss of Wilhelm’s throne, and his humiliating exile. This is a cautionary tale of how an intelligent, talented personality could unleash disaster. Presented by Dr. Vejas Gabriel Liulevicius, a Professor of History at the University of Tennessee, where he has won multiple teaching awards and is the recipient of a National Endowment for the Humanities fellowship. Provided by Curiosity U. Provided by the CAST Senior Center, our Documentary Programs provide an endless variety of interesting subjects in a prerecorded, professional film format. They take us across the country and around the world, experiencing and learning about places and people which we wouldn’t otherwise have the opportunity to experience. Our documentaries are entertaining, informative, and inspiring. They offer a unique and powerful form of storytelling that captures your attention and provoke thought and discussion. Scheduled every Tuesday afternoon, unless noted, at 1pm at the CAST Senior Center, our Documentary Programs are free and open to the public. There are no membership dues and everyone is welcome to attend. Programming is provided by Curiosity U and other online providers. Check out our documentary program schedule every month and join us. We look forward to seeing you!