World looks much like it did in 1914, on the brink of World War I
http://www.kansascity.com/2013/08/27/4440774/obligation-and-opportunity-centennial.html
I seem to be drawn to world history a century ago lately. First Downton Abbey, now Rin-Rin-Tin. Probably time I revisited the museum under the Liberty Memorial. I have no excuse not to since I drive passed it twice on weekdays.