Description: Write a 3,000-word essay examining the underlying causes of World War II. The essay should analyze both long-term and immediate causes, including the Treaty of Versailles, the rise of fascism, the role of economic instability, and key events such as the invasion of Poland. You should assess how these causes contributed to the start of the war and the global response leading to its escalation.
Instructions: The essay must be properly referenced using Chicago-style citations. Ensure a critical perspective, considering both traditional and revisionist views on the causes of the war.