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The War That Annihilated a Nation: The Paraguay War
The deadliest conflict in South American history, the Paraguayan War (1864-1870) saw Paraguay face a powerful alliance and suffer catastrophic losses.
October Revolution: A World-Changing Uprising
A guide to the 1917 Bolshevik uprising in Russia that overthrew the provisional government, leading to the creation of the Soviet Union.
The Norman Conquest Explained
An overview of the 1066 Norman invasion of England, which ended Anglo-Saxon rule and dramatically reshaped the nation's culture, language, and politics.
The Neolithic Revolution: How Farming Changed Our World
Discover the Neolithic Revolution, the critical shift from hunting and gathering to farming that paved the way for modern civilization.
Napoleonic Wars: The Conflicts That Shaped Modern Europe
An overview of the Napoleonic Wars (1803-1815), a series of conflicts that reshaped Europe's political map and introduced new forms of warfare.
The Mongol Invasions Explained
A look into the 13th-century Mongol Invasions that created the largest empire in history, forever changing the course of Europe and Asia.
The Middle Ages Explained: Beyond Castles
An overview of the Middle Ages, the period in European history from the 5th to the 15th century, known for knights, castles, and profound change.
The Mexican Revolution Explained
Discover the Mexican Revolution (1910-1920), the bloody conflict that ended a 30-year dictatorship and reshaped modern Mexican society and government.
The War That Reshaped North America
An overview of the 1846-1848 conflict between the U.S. and Mexico that dramatically altered the map and intensified debates over slavery.
Meiji Restoration: Japan's Modern Revolution
Discover the Meiji Restoration of 1868, the political revolution that ended Japan's feudal era and propelled its rapid modernization and Westernization.