How did the Opium Wars Actually Happen?
The fascinating story behind the 19th-century wars between China and the so – called Western Powers over opium trade. In China, the catastrophic result of these wars has not been…
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The reconquista of medieval Spain (France, take notes)
While the religious history of the Iberian peninsula of Europe, including the well-known Spanish Inquisitions, is familiar to many, fewer people are aware that Spain and Portugal were not always…
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The oldest known civilizations
Humans have existed for approximately 350,000 years, but it has taken a relatively brief period for them to form what we recognize as civilizations. Throughout our time on Earth, humans…
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Before the fall comes stagnation: How the Roman Empire reached its maximum territory
Everybody asks why Rome fell. To answer this, we need to answer another question. Why did the Roman Empire stop expanding? Did the climate change or the fierce resistance of…
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Can Ukraine win the war of attrition? Yes, at least as long as the human resources are concerned
For more than a year, Russia and Ukraine have been engaging in intense conflict, resulting in increasing casualties for both nations. This raises the question of which country will deplete…
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Why did the Saxons lose to the Vikings?
Why did the Saxons lose to the Vikings? Short answer: Finer war technology, more powerful motive and more capable leadership. For more, please watch this video:
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