Sasha is a History graduate with a specialization in 20th-century politics and the development of extreme ideology, writing his major research paper on the radical right in First World War Britain and France. He holds an MA in History from the University of Toronto and a BA in History from Durham University.
Areas of Expertise
When Lincoln Delivered the Gettysburg Address, and Why That Day Changed America
Abraham Lincoln delivered the Gettysburg Address in roughly two minutes. Yet, the speech echoes through the ages.
6 Armies That Switched Sides During a War
War is often a chaotic mess. Here are six times combatants switched sides whilst engaged in the very same war.
5 European Treaties That Shaped the Continent’s History
International treaties can drastically shift the political landscape. Here are 5 European treaties that still affect the continent to this day.
11 Epic Battles That Changed the Course of History
War has often been the driving force in changing human history. Here are eleven epic battles whose outcomes are still felt to this very day.
Warsaw Uprising vs. Warsaw Ghetto Uprising: What’s the Difference?
Read on to discover the similarities and differences of two of history’s most heroic acts of defiance.
7 Wars That Nearly Happened (But Didn’t)
Throughout history, the world has been brought close to devastating wars, that were prevented by last-minute interventions. Here are 7 events where war almost broke out.
The Nigerian Civil War: The Conflict that Captivated the World
Within ten years of its independence, the Nigerian Civil War erupted into a violent conflict built upon ethnic tension, which resulted in the death of nearly 3 million people.
The Nigerian Civil War: The Birth of the NGO?
The Nigerian Civil War precipitated one of the worst crises of the twentieth century, which was instrumental in the development of the international aid movement.
The Nigerian Civil War: Foreign Intervention, Oil, & Ideology
The Nigerian Civil War drew the attention of the world as global superpowers chose which side to support to further their own interests.
Britain’s Information Research Department: Is it Secret Propaganda?
The Cold War brought a new wave of covert operations in Britain, as the Foreign Office established the Information Research Department to counter Soviet propaganda.
Benito Mussolini’s Rise to Power: From Biennio Rosso to March on Rome
Benito Mussolini seized power in Italy following years of political turmoil. In the process, he completely reinvented his ideology, using the First World War and subsequent fallout as inspiration.
Bir Tawil: The Unclaimed Land That No One Wants
The British occupation and division of Egypt and Sudan created one of the world’s most interesting borders. Unclaimed by any country, the Bir Tawil stands alone as terra nullius.