Politics
Power, Conflict, and Subjugation: The Rise of 3 Asian Empires in the Early Modern Era
Three Asian Empires emerged during the Early-Modern Era (1450-1750). While the Spanish, Portuguese, British, French, and Dutch constructed colonies all…
Joseph Stalin Led a Life of Crime Before Becoming Russia’s Leader
When one mentions Joseph Stalin, it is impossible not to think of the monstrous crimes against humanity he committed during…
Today in History: Winston Churchill Resigns (1955)
Winston Churchill may be one of the most quoted individuals of all time. Churchill was one of the most important…
On the Brink of Destruction: 6 Crazy Plots and Schemes from the Cold War
The Cold War was an unusual period for both the United States and the Soviet Union. Both sides were desperate…
Today in History: President William Henry Harrison Dies in Office (1841)
William Henry Harrison is an interesting subject for historical study for many reasons. The most obvious fact is that he…
Today in History: Martin Luther King Jr. Is Assassinated (1968)
If you had to make a list of the top ten most memorable Americans to ever live, Dr. Martin Luther…
Today in History: The Dalai Lama Goes Into Exile
Even the date of the beginning of the China-Tibet conflict is debatable, depending on where you look. We're sure you've…
Today in History: The USSR Ends The Warsaw Pact
If you're a student of the so-called Cold War, you'll know that despite no true war between the United States…
Today in History: King George Continues His Tyranny (1775)
By the time 1776 rolled around and the Declaration of Independence was written and sent to England, the American colonies…
Today in History: 15th Amendment Opens Up Voting Rights (1870)
If history is a journey between our time and that of our ancestors, then it has been at times been…