History And Society
Countries With The Most Battle Tanks
With a vast amount of land to protect (17,098,242 Km² or roughly 11% of the world's landmass), it makes sense Russia is the country with the most tanks.
Who Were the Axis Powers in WWII?
The three most important Axis countries during World War I were Germany, Italy, and Japan, and were defeated by the Allied powers.
The Ptolemaic Kingdom
For three centuries, The Ptolemaic Kingdom was a powerful economic force until the death of Cleopatra VII in 30 BC.
The Late Middle Ages and the Decline of European Stability
The Middle Ages (roughly 500 to 1500 CE) saw a very different Europe than the one today. Rather than state rule being recognized above all else, there were competing claims of authority.
Major Battles Of World War I (WW1)
The enormity of this conflict makes capturing all of its aspects in a single article difficult. However, explaining some key battles is one way to provide a semi-thorough overview.
The World's Oldest Civilizations
To decipher the buried legends of humanity's past, one must be prepared to sift through archaeological scraps that refuse to share their secrets.
The Legacy Of The Chernobyl Nuclear Disaster
Even today, the disaster's after-effects continue to affect lives and the nuclear industry in many parts of the world.
The Red Scare and McCarthyism in the USA
McCarthy accused hundreds of federal workers of being communists, ranging from low-level bureaucrats to some of the highest-ranking government officials.
Which Country Has The Most Nuclear Weapons?
Today, nine countries are estimated to possess nuclear warheads and have been mentioned below with Russia, USA, and France having the highest number.
The World's Population By Eye Color
This guide explores the fascinating diversity of human eye colors globally, detailing their genetic origins and distribution among the world's population.
Major Battles Of World War II (WW2)
Rather than being mere military campaigns, the outcomes of these battles shaped the futures of Europe, Asia, and the entire world.
Reasons Why the British Were Successful in Expanding their Empire
To understand how the British Empire grew so large, it is necessary to examine the factors that contributed to its growth.
The History Of The Christian Cross
Although the exact time the Cross was made is unknown, its use predates Christianity. The symbol dates to one of the earliest periods in human history.
When Did Europeans Colonize The Americas?
During the Age of Discovery, a period stretching from the 15th to the 17th century, European nations began exploring the world and searching for new trade routes.
What Is Imperialism?
Imperialism is the policy, practice, or advocacy of extending the power and influence of a nation, typically through colonization and economic exploitation.
The Fall Of Communism And The Revolutions Of 1989
Fed up with being under Soviet domination, people across the Eastern Bloc and the Soviet Union (USSR) itself joined together to topple the communist regimes.