H. G. Wells

Washington and the Riddle of Peace

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At the WASHINGTON CONFERENCE FOR THE LIMITATION OF ARMAMENTS in 1921, acclaimed author H. G. Wells served as a keen observer among the victorious nations of The Great War. His reflections, captured in 29 short essays published in the New York World and other outlets, offer a unique lens into this pivotal moment in history. Rather than serving as a straightforward record of the Conference, these essays convey the insights and impressions of one visitor contemplating the quest for global harmony. Wells critiques the failed League of Nations as America’s initial attempt at organized world peace,...

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H. G. Wells

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Latest episode

Feb 9, 2026

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Episodes

029 - What a Stably Organized World Peace Means For Mankind 09.02.2026

At the WASHINGTON CONFERENCE FOR THE LIMITATION OF ARMAMENTS in 1921, acclaimed author H. G. Wells served as a keen observer among the victorious nations of The Great War. His reflections, captured in 29 short essays published in the New York World and other outlets, offer a unique lens into this pivotal moment in history. Rather than serving as a straightforward record of the Conference, these es...

028 - The Foundation Stone and the Building 09.02.2026

At the WASHINGTON CONFERENCE FOR THE LIMITATION OF ARMAMENTS in 1921, acclaimed author H. G. Wells served as a keen observer among the victorious nations of The Great War. His reflections, captured in 29 short essays published in the New York World and other outlets, offer a unique lens into this pivotal moment in history. Rather than serving as a straightforward record of the Conference, these es...

027 - About the War Debts 09.02.2026

At the WASHINGTON CONFERENCE FOR THE LIMITATION OF ARMAMENTS in 1921, acclaimed author H. G. Wells served as a keen observer among the victorious nations of The Great War. His reflections, captured in 29 short essays published in the New York World and other outlets, offer a unique lens into this pivotal moment in history. Rather than serving as a straightforward record of the Conference, these es...

026 - The Fourth Plenary Session 09.02.2026

At the WASHINGTON CONFERENCE FOR THE LIMITATION OF ARMAMENTS in 1921, acclaimed author H. G. Wells served as a keen observer among the victorious nations of The Great War. His reflections, captured in 29 short essays published in the New York World and other outlets, offer a unique lens into this pivotal moment in history. Rather than serving as a straightforward record of the Conference, these es...

025 - Africa and the Association of Nations 09.02.2026

At the WASHINGTON CONFERENCE FOR THE LIMITATION OF ARMAMENTS in 1921, acclaimed author H. G. Wells served as a keen observer among the victorious nations of The Great War. His reflections, captured in 29 short essays published in the New York World and other outlets, offer a unique lens into this pivotal moment in history. Rather than serving as a straightforward record of the Conference, these es...

024 - The Other End of Pennsylvania Avenuethe Sieve for Good Intentions 09.02.2026

At the WASHINGTON CONFERENCE FOR THE LIMITATION OF ARMAMENTS in 1921, acclaimed author H. G. Wells served as a keen observer among the victorious nations of The Great War. His reflections, captured in 29 short essays published in the New York World and other outlets, offer a unique lens into this pivotal moment in history. Rather than serving as a straightforward record of the Conference, these es...

023 - India the British Empire and the Association of Nations 09.02.2026

At the WASHINGTON CONFERENCE FOR THE LIMITATION OF ARMAMENTS in 1921, acclaimed author H. G. Wells served as a keen observer among the victorious nations of The Great War. His reflections, captured in 29 short essays published in the New York World and other outlets, offer a unique lens into this pivotal moment in history. Rather than serving as a straightforward record of the Conference, these es...

022 - Some Stifled Voices 09.02.2026

At the WASHINGTON CONFERENCE FOR THE LIMITATION OF ARMAMENTS in 1921, acclaimed author H. G. Wells served as a keen observer among the victorious nations of The Great War. His reflections, captured in 29 short essays published in the New York World and other outlets, offer a unique lens into this pivotal moment in history. Rather than serving as a straightforward record of the Conference, these es...

021 - A Reminder about War 09.02.2026

At the WASHINGTON CONFERENCE FOR THE LIMITATION OF ARMAMENTS in 1921, acclaimed author H. G. Wells served as a keen observer among the victorious nations of The Great War. His reflections, captured in 29 short essays published in the New York World and other outlets, offer a unique lens into this pivotal moment in history. Rather than serving as a straightforward record of the Conference, these es...

020 - France and Englandthe Plain Facts of the Case 09.02.2026

At the WASHINGTON CONFERENCE FOR THE LIMITATION OF ARMAMENTS in 1921, acclaimed author H. G. Wells served as a keen observer among the victorious nations of The Great War. His reflections, captured in 29 short essays published in the New York World and other outlets, offer a unique lens into this pivotal moment in history. Rather than serving as a straightforward record of the Conference, these es...

019 - An Association of Nations 09.02.2026

At the WASHINGTON CONFERENCE FOR THE LIMITATION OF ARMAMENTS in 1921, acclaimed author H. G. Wells served as a keen observer among the victorious nations of The Great War. His reflections, captured in 29 short essays published in the New York World and other outlets, offer a unique lens into this pivotal moment in history. Rather than serving as a straightforward record of the Conference, these es...

018 - America and Entangling Alliances 09.02.2026

At the WASHINGTON CONFERENCE FOR THE LIMITATION OF ARMAMENTS in 1921, acclaimed author H. G. Wells served as a keen observer among the victorious nations of The Great War. His reflections, captured in 29 short essays published in the New York World and other outlets, offer a unique lens into this pivotal moment in history. Rather than serving as a straightforward record of the Conference, these es...

017 - Ebb Tide at Washington 09.02.2026

At the WASHINGTON CONFERENCE FOR THE LIMITATION OF ARMAMENTS in 1921, acclaimed author H. G. Wells served as a keen observer among the victorious nations of The Great War. His reflections, captured in 29 short essays published in the New York World and other outlets, offer a unique lens into this pivotal moment in history. Rather than serving as a straightforward record of the Conference, these es...

016 - What of America 09.02.2026

At the WASHINGTON CONFERENCE FOR THE LIMITATION OF ARMAMENTS in 1921, acclaimed author H. G. Wells served as a keen observer among the victorious nations of The Great War. His reflections, captured in 29 short essays published in the New York World and other outlets, offer a unique lens into this pivotal moment in history. Rather than serving as a straightforward record of the Conference, these es...

015 - The Possible Breakdown of Civilization 09.02.2026

At the WASHINGTON CONFERENCE FOR THE LIMITATION OF ARMAMENTS in 1921, acclaimed author H. G. Wells served as a keen observer among the victorious nations of The Great War. His reflections, captured in 29 short essays published in the New York World and other outlets, offer a unique lens into this pivotal moment in history. Rather than serving as a straightforward record of the Conference, these es...

014 - The Real Threat to Civilization 09.02.2026

At the WASHINGTON CONFERENCE FOR THE LIMITATION OF ARMAMENTS in 1921, acclaimed author H. G. Wells served as a keen observer among the victorious nations of The Great War. His reflections, captured in 29 short essays published in the New York World and other outlets, offer a unique lens into this pivotal moment in history. Rather than serving as a straightforward record of the Conference, these es...

013 - The Larger Question behind the Conference 09.02.2026

At the WASHINGTON CONFERENCE FOR THE LIMITATION OF ARMAMENTS in 1921, acclaimed author H. G. Wells served as a keen observer among the victorious nations of The Great War. His reflections, captured in 29 short essays published in the New York World and other outlets, offer a unique lens into this pivotal moment in history. Rather than serving as a straightforward record of the Conference, these es...

012 - Thus Far 09.02.2026

At the WASHINGTON CONFERENCE FOR THE LIMITATION OF ARMAMENTS in 1921, acclaimed author H. G. Wells served as a keen observer among the victorious nations of The Great War. His reflections, captured in 29 short essays published in the New York World and other outlets, offer a unique lens into this pivotal moment in history. Rather than serving as a straightforward record of the Conference, these es...

011 - France in the Limelight 09.02.2026

At the WASHINGTON CONFERENCE FOR THE LIMITATION OF ARMAMENTS in 1921, acclaimed author H. G. Wells served as a keen observer among the victorious nations of The Great War. His reflections, captured in 29 short essays published in the New York World and other outlets, offer a unique lens into this pivotal moment in history. Rather than serving as a straightforward record of the Conference, these es...

010 - 'Security'the New and Beautiful Catchword 09.02.2026

At the WASHINGTON CONFERENCE FOR THE LIMITATION OF ARMAMENTS in 1921, acclaimed author H. G. Wells served as a keen observer among the victorious nations of The Great War. His reflections, captured in 29 short essays published in the New York World and other outlets, offer a unique lens into this pivotal moment in history. Rather than serving as a straightforward record of the Conference, these es...

009 - The Future of Japan 09.02.2026

At the WASHINGTON CONFERENCE FOR THE LIMITATION OF ARMAMENTS in 1921, acclaimed author H. G. Wells served as a keen observer among the victorious nations of The Great War. His reflections, captured in 29 short essays published in the New York World and other outlets, offer a unique lens into this pivotal moment in history. Rather than serving as a straightforward record of the Conference, these es...

008 - China in the Background 09.02.2026

At the WASHINGTON CONFERENCE FOR THE LIMITATION OF ARMAMENTS in 1921, acclaimed author H. G. Wells served as a keen observer among the victorious nations of The Great War. His reflections, captured in 29 short essays published in the New York World and other outlets, offer a unique lens into this pivotal moment in history. Rather than serving as a straightforward record of the Conference, these es...

007 - What Is Japan 09.02.2026

At the WASHINGTON CONFERENCE FOR THE LIMITATION OF ARMAMENTS in 1921, acclaimed author H. G. Wells served as a keen observer among the victorious nations of The Great War. His reflections, captured in 29 short essays published in the New York World and other outlets, offer a unique lens into this pivotal moment in history. Rather than serving as a straightforward record of the Conference, these es...

006 - The First Meeting 09.02.2026

At the WASHINGTON CONFERENCE FOR THE LIMITATION OF ARMAMENTS in 1921, acclaimed author H. G. Wells served as a keen observer among the victorious nations of The Great War. His reflections, captured in 29 short essays published in the New York World and other outlets, offer a unique lens into this pivotal moment in history. Rather than serving as a straightforward record of the Conference, these es...

005 - The President at Arlington 09.02.2026

At the WASHINGTON CONFERENCE FOR THE LIMITATION OF ARMAMENTS in 1921, acclaimed author H. G. Wells served as a keen observer among the victorious nations of The Great War. His reflections, captured in 29 short essays published in the New York World and other outlets, offer a unique lens into this pivotal moment in history. Rather than serving as a straightforward record of the Conference, these es...

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