Ancient Greece is rightly considered the cradle of modern European civilization. This state had a noticeable impact on the development of many areas of human life - science, medicine, politics, art and philosophy. Some monuments of ancient Greece have survived to this day. It is about them, as well as about the history of the great power that will be discussed in this article. Last modified: 2025-01-23 12:01
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The Marshall Plan has become one of the most effective economic programs in human history. At the same time, it also marked the split of the two world blocs that emerged as a result of World War II. Last modified: 2025-01-23 12:01
Nefertiti, Queen of Egypt, is considered one of the most beautiful women in world history. A long graceful neck, delicate facial features, high cheekbones, big eyes - this is how we see her now. The appearance of the beauty is known thanks to the bust of the ancient Egyptian sculptor Thutmose, and it fully corresponds to her name (“Nefertiti” means “beauty is coming”). Last modified: 2025-01-23 12:01
The symbols of cities and republics, as a rule, always display their key features. And the coat of arms of the Republic of Altai is no exception. This article will focus on the symbolism of this wonderful region and its largest cities. Last modified: 2025-01-23 12:01
The Tudor dynasty left an indelible mark on the history of England and Scotland. Especially famous is Henry the Eighth, whose endless marriages have become the talk of the town. At the same time, many forget about his older sister, although Margaret Tudor, Queen of Scots, lived an equally interesting life. Moreover, for almost a century their children and grandchildren fought each other for the English throne. These dynastic wars brought many troubles to the population of the British Isles and ended with the victory of the descendants of Margaret. Last modified: 2025-01-23 12:01
Catherine Howard has her own name in history - "Rose without thorns". She is known as the fifth wife of Henry the Eighth, who can safely be considered the prototype of Bluebeard. Who was the young lady? How was her life with the king? Why did her husband order her to be imprisoned in a tower and executed? All these questions will be answered in this article. Last modified: 2025-01-23 12:01
Charles Brandon, Duke of Suffolk, was one of the favorites, and at the same time the son-in-law of Henry VIII, the English king from the Tudor dynasty. He was married to Henry's sister, Queen Dowager Mary Tudor of France. The whole life and career of Charles were most closely connected with the royal family, with the court and its politics. Last modified: 2025-01-23 12:01
Immediately after coming to power, the Nazis began to create corrective labor institutions, which during the Great Patriotic War turned into camps and "death factories". With their help, the Nazis destroyed a large number of people of different nationalities. Last modified: 2025-01-23 12:01
In the article we will talk about Boris the Tsar of Bulgaria, who is also called Boris III. This is a very interesting historical figure who took an active part in the course of the Second World War and its prehistory. Let's get to know this famous king from the earliest years of his life. Last modified: 2025-01-23 12:01
The feat of Aliya Moldagulova and Manshuk Mametova will never be forgotten. It was forever preserved in the memory of not only the inhabitants of Kazakhstan. All the peoples of the former USSR are infinitely grateful to them. Last modified: 2025-01-23 12:01
The latest domestic perestroika went like a skating rink not only through living people. She touched on the heroes of the past. Their debunking was put simply on stream. These people included members of the underground organization "Young Guard". Last modified: 2025-01-23 12:01
The existence of serfdom and the community, a pronounced shortage of land, huge duties and taxes - these are not all the reasons hindering the development of peasant farms. The article describes the main ones, as well as the prerequisites for the peasant reform of 1861. Last modified: 2025-01-23 12:01
The dispute between Russia and Japan is a kind of dormant volcano. The history of the Kuril Islands confirms that it "erupts" from time to time. And you don't know when the next one will be. Last modified: 2025-06-01 07:06
"Unit 731" existed on Chinese soil during World War II. Human experiments were conducted here in search of biological weapons. Last modified: 2025-01-23 12:01
The history of the Huns is very interesting. For the Slavic people, it is interesting in that there is a high probability that the Huns are the ancestors of the Slavs. There are a number of historical documents and ancient writings that reliably confirm that the Huns and Slavs are one people. Last modified: 2025-01-23 12:01
Each of the kings of England became famous for his valor, wisdom, integrity and nobility. But there were unfortunate exceptions. Last modified: 2025-01-23 12:01
The Taj Mahal is one of the most grandiose buildings located on the territory of India; annually the number of visitors to the majestic mausoleum exceeds 5 million people. Tourists are attracted not only by the beauty of the structure, but also by the beautiful history associated with it. Last modified: 2025-01-23 12:01
The process of uniting Russian lands around Moscow began at the end of the 13th century, and ended in the first third of the 16th. A small specific principality built a huge power step by step and became the center of a nation state. Last modified: 2025-01-23 12:01
The Median kingdom, once formed from a tribal union, occupies a prominent place in the political, cultural and economic history of antiquity. This is one of the states where Zoroastrianism and the teachings directly related to it were widely spread. It lasted from 670 BC. e. to 550 BC e., but in its heyday it extended much wider than conventional ethnic boundaries. Last modified: 2025-01-23 12:01
The article tells about the amazing Khajuraho temple complex, located in Central India, at a distance of 620 km from Delhi. A brief overview of the features of its constituent structures is given. Last modified: 2025-01-23 12:01
The article tells about two outstanding explorers of the South Pole - the Norwegian explorer Roald Amundsen and the British traveler Robert Scott. A brief overview of events related to their activities is given. Last modified: 2025-01-23 12:01
Eleanor Roosevelt over the years of her life was able to prove herself in many areas of public and political activity. At the same time, she considered successes in the work aimed at protecting human rights to be her most important achievements. Last modified: 2025-01-23 12:01
The title "Marshal of the Russian Federation" occupies a special place both in the military and in the civil hierarchy. A person who has reached such heights evokes involuntary respect even among those who have a very skeptical view of the army. The experience of our country makes us treat these people with special reverence. Last modified: 2025-01-23 12:01
The first libraries were born in Russia with the adoption and spread of Christianity. Many collections are partially preserved. But how many of them have disappeared or have not yet been found. Last modified: 2025-01-23 12:01
One can talk endlessly about the role of mother in a person's life. Many autobiographical stories confirm this significant role. Not only to give birth, support, but also to raise a worthy citizen of the state is not an easy task. Last modified: 2025-01-23 12:01
This article will focus on how St. Isaac's Cathedral, located in St. Petersburg, was built. All stages of its construction will be considered, which was carried out over the centuries under several rulers of Russia at once. Last modified: 2025-01-23 12:01
The fact that women sometimes ruled France was noted by the philosopher and writer Bernard de Fontenelle, and he, who lived exactly 100 years and has seen a lot in his lifetime, can be trusted. The most striking ruler of the kingdom was Madame Pompadour (1721-1764), who at the same time caused a storm of indignation for her wastefulness, the dissatisfied murmur of the courtiers and the laudatory odes of the saints. Who was this amazing woman, and what allowed her to turn the fate of the country?. Last modified: 2025-01-23 12:01
One of the most famous and influential diplomats of the Russian Empire at the end of the 19th century. A descendant of the ancient princely family of Gorchakovs, Alexander Mikhailovich was the head of the external political department of Tsar Alexander II. He was the last chancellor of the empire. Last modified: 2025-01-23 12:01
The article tells about the main stages of the formation of the national economy in the USSR. This process went down in history as a period of socialist industrialization. A brief overview of its main points is given. Last modified: 2025-01-23 12:01
The Acropolis of Athens is a historical monument, which is a unique example of ancient Greek culture, included in the system of UNESCO World Heritage Sites. For a long time it served as a social and cultural center for the inhabitants of Athens. The article tells about the most ancient temples of the Acropolis: Hekatompedon, Parthenon and Erechtheion. Last modified: 2025-01-23 12:01
Peasant uprisings in Russia have always been one of the most massive and significant protests against official power. This was largely due to the fact that the peasants, both before the revolution and under Soviet rule, had an absolute majority. At the same time, it was they who remained the most flawed and least protected social class. Last modified: 2025-01-23 12:01
The event of a fire in Moscow in 1812 is understood as a fire that occurred in the capital in the period September 14-18. At that time the city was occupied by French troops. The fire covered almost the entire central part and reached significant areas on the outskirts. Three-quarters of the wooden buildings were destroyed. Last modified: 2025-01-23 12:01
It is believed that no more than five percent of the underwater depths have been explored by modern scientists, and no one knows how many mysteries are stored at the bottom of the ocean. Ancient cities that have gone under water and wiped off the face of the earth as a result of various cataclysms are safely hidden in the sea abyss. Last modified: 2025-01-23 12:01
There are people whose fate can, without any embellishment, become the script for an interesting film. Among them is the famous architect Karo Halabyan, whose biography is devoted to this article. Last modified: 2025-01-23 12:01
Suvorov Alexander Vasilyevich is the most famous commander in the entire Russian military history. All the fights and battles he conducted, and there are about six dozen of them, ended in victory. After the death of Suvorov, his followers, inspired by the military successes of their mentor, also became famous figures. Last modified: 2025-01-23 12:01
A special place in history is occupied by the moral ideals and precepts of Ancient Russia. The life, way of life and soul of the Slavic people were covered by the influence of several religions, the echoes of which are heard in modern society. Last modified: 2025-01-23 12:01
Ancient peoples on the territory of Russia began resettlement and habitation of land long before the emergence of statehood. That is why the first and greatest prince of Russia - Rurik - made a huge amount of effort to create a single state, native to many peoples. Last modified: 2025-01-23 12:01
What personal qualities did Emperor Alexander 1 have? How did the character of the ruler influence state policy, military affairs, and the general reputation of the Romanov family?. Last modified: 2025-01-23 12:01
Every people has leaders they are proud of. For the Mongols, this is Genghis Khan, for the French - Napoleon, for the Russians - Peter I. Among the Kazakhs, such people were the famous ruler and commander Abilmansur Ablai Khan. The biography and activities of this person will be the subject of our study. Last modified: 2025-01-23 12:01
History is always written by the winners, exaggerating their own importance and sometimes belittling the dignity of the enemy. Much has been written and said about the significance of the Battle of Kursk for all mankind. This great epic battle was another bitter lesson that claimed the lives of many people. Last modified: 2025-01-23 12:01