History And Society

History

The British Colonization Of The Americas

This article explores the story of the British colonization of the Americas, that started in the 16th century and shaped much of world history.

History

The Falklands War

Although the Falklands War is not widely discussed, its legacy continues to shape Argentine and British policy. Here is a look back at this war of 1982.

Middle Ages

The Viking Age

Setting sail from Scandinavia in the late 8th century, the people we would later call the Vikings (or Norsemen) changed the course of European history forever.

US History

The Wall Street Crash Of 1929

In October 1929, the American stock market crashed, signifying the beginning of the Great Depression. The story of this event is complex.

History

The Umayyad Conquest of Hispania

The Umayyad Caliphate's conquest of Hispania (modern-day Spain and Portugal, also known as Iberia) was a seven-year campaign from 711-718.

Industries

America's Top 10 Oil Producing States

From Texas to California and Alaska, the top oil-producing States of America (ranked by barrels of crude oil produced in 2021) each contribute to this critical and profitable component of the economy. 

Society

How Many Languages Are There In The World?

Ethnologue reports that there are 7,151 recognized languages in use, which are distinct from pidgins and creoles

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