History of the Italians: Every year
After the fall of the Ostrogothic Kingdom in 552, Italy is once again brought under imperical control. However, the situation
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Historical Maps
Historical maps showing territorial changes of countries and historical events of the past.
Why is Canada not part of the United States?
I’ve talked before about why New Zealand didn’t become a part of Australia despite the two nations sharing a history,
Read MoreWhy did New Zealand didn’t become a part of Australia?
New Zealand and Australia were both colonized by the British, but they were separate endeavors. The colonization of New Zealand was more independent and distinct from that of Australia. Different British officials were responsible for the colonization of these 2 regions, resulting in separate governance structures.
Read MoreHow the Spanish Empire could have survived
17 March 1808 Charles IV, king of Spain, scapes Madrid with the royal court in order not to be taken
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History of the World: Every Year
The History of the World. Since 200,000 BCE, humanity has spread around globe and enacted huge change upon the planet.
Read MoreWhat if the New York City subway map paid homage to some of the city’s great women?
Via newyorker.com .. NYC maps
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Rise and Fall of the Tibetan Empire (618 – 842)
In the early 600s a new regional state was formed in the Lhasa region and ousted the old Yarlung Dynasty
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