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1890-1947 was a significant period spanning the late 19th and early 20th centuries, marked by profound social, political, and technological transformations worldwide. The era began with the height of the Victorian Age, characterized by rapid industrialization, urbanization, and technological innovation in Europe and North America. This period saw the expansion of empires and increasing global interconnectedness, driven by advancements such as the railroad, telegraph, and later, the automobile.

The early 20th century was defined by major upheavals, including World War I (1914-1918), which resulted in unprecedented destruction and reshaped geopolitical boundaries. The war also spurred social changes, including advances in women's rights and shifts in economic power. The interwar years were marked by economic volatility, including the Great Depression beginning in 1929, which affected economies worldwide and contributed to the rise of totalitarian regimes in Europe, notably Nazi Germany and Fascist Italy.

World War II (1939-1945) was the most devastating conflict of this period, resulting in widespread loss of life, the Holocaust, and the use of nuclear weapons. Following the war, the global order was fundamentally restructured. The United Nations was established in 1945 to promote international cooperation and prevent future conflicts. The era concluded in 1947, a year early in the Cold War era, with ongoing tensions between the Soviet Union and Western powers shaping international relations.

Throughout these years, technological innovations, cultural shifts, and the impacts of global conflicts significantly influenced the course of history, setting the stage for the modern age.