Discover pivotal events, influential figures, and narratives throughout History that have shaped civilizations and cultures across the globe.
The Battle of Kursk in the summer of 1943 was the largest tank battle in World War II, and possibly in history, with over 8,000 tanks deployed.
The katana has captured the imaginations of writers, artists, and would-be martial artists the world over. Cultures everywhere have produced similar weapons of equal quality.
Why did Napoleon emerge victorious at the Battle of Austerlitz and succumb to defeat at Waterloo a decade later?
The Medieval Church permeated almost every facet of society. It shaped Western culture since and left an indelible mark on humanity.
The katana is seen as an example of the supreme cutting sword, but it is far from the only one.
From the battlefield to the White House, Ulysses S. Grant's life story is one filled with rich experiences and controversy.
The War of 1812 is generally considered a stalemate, but what were the specific outcomes of the conflict for its participants?
Today, English is the world’s primary language. Yet for almost three centuries, French was the world’s dominant lingua franca. Let’s see why.
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