“The effects of peacemaking were more positive than negative.” Discuss with reference to peacemaking after two early modern wars.

With reference to two wars, candidates will offer a considered and balanced review of the hypothesis that the effects of peacemaking were more positive than negative. While the focus of the response must be within the timeframe of this topic, the two wars need not have occurred at the same time. Depending on the wars chosen, the candidates’ analysis of the effects of peacemaking may extend beyond 1750 in cases, for example, where long-lasting peace was achieved or where conflict continued for many years. In this way, events that occurred outside of the topic timeframe may be considered relevant. Candidates may discuss positive and negative effects for the warring powers themselves or for their region or locality. The effects may have been, for example, diplomatic, territorial or commercial. The peacemaking effort after each war may be considered separately or a thematic approach may be adopted.