What factors made europe a dominant force in world events during the nineteenth and twentieth centuries?

In my opinion, Europe in the nineteenth ad twentieth century is like two nations, just like the European Union today. Britain and France + Spain are the dominant countries at that time. Also, the technology in Europe was developing at a rapid pace thanks to advanced countries like Germany and later the Industrial Revolution. Lastly, Europe has a long history when compared to the US, allowing it to be more experienced. It also starts off with a prosperous economy, stable population and diverse culture.

Conclusion
United
Technologically advanced
Long history