Major Events
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Greco-Persian Wars: The Fight for Ancient Greece
An overview of the series of conflicts between the Greek city-states and the Persian Empire that shaped the course of Western civilization.
The Glorious Revolution Explained
Discover the 1688 event that overthrew a king, established Parliament's power, and transformed England into a constitutional monarchy.
The Gilded Age: America's Era of Excess Explained
Discover the Gilded Age, a period of rapid US industrial growth, massive fortunes, and stark social problems masked by a thin layer of gold.
Caesar's Conquest of Gaul: The Gallic Wars
An overview of the Gallic Wars, a series of military campaigns led by Julius Caesar that resulted in the Roman conquest of Gaul.
The French Revolution Explained
A concise overview of the French Revolution, a pivotal period that dismantled monarchy and feudalism in France, shaping modern democracy.
French and Indian War: The War That Made America
Discover the French and Indian War, the North American chapter of a global conflict that reshaped the continent and set the stage for revolution.
Franco-Prussian War: The Conflict That Forged Germany
A concise overview of the 1870-1871 Franco-Prussian War, a pivotal conflict that led to the unification of Germany and reshaped European politics.
Rome vs. Carthage: The First Punic War
Discover the 23-year conflict between Rome and Carthage for control of Sicily, a war that marked Rome's emergence as a major naval power.
The First Crusade: A Holy War for Jerusalem
An overview of the First Crusade (1096-1099), a pivotal medieval military campaign by European Christians to recapture the Holy Land from Muslim rule.
The Fall of the Roman Empire Explained
A concise explanation of the gradual decline and fall of the Western Roman Empire, a pivotal event that reshaped the course of Western civilization.