The era of palace coups, briefly discussed in the article, was a turning point in the history of our country. That time is also called the period of women's rule. Now let's look at everything in detail
History 2024, November
The abolition of serfdom, the reasons for which will be briefly described in the article, has become a new milestone in the history of our country. The emperor-liberator with his liberal reforms became a savior, but this did not save him from death
Palace coups, which cannot be briefly described, have become a whole separate chapter in the history of our country
The civil war in Russia, which will be briefly described in the article, has become one of the bloodiest events of the 20th century. The tough policy of the Bolsheviks, brutal massacres, brother against brother - all this became the personification of that time. Why did this war start? Who took part in it? What are the results? Now let's figure it out
The Crimean War, which will be briefly described in the article, was a turning point in the 19th century. After all, it was she who pushed Alexander II to his great reforms of the liberal spirit
The Time of Troubles, which will be briefly described in the article, gave Russia a new dynasty, as well as many problems, both economic and political and social
The article tells about numerous gods, giants and heroes who became the characters of the Scandinavian epic, closely connected with the ancient Germanic culture. A brief summary of the main related plots is given
The Order of Friendship of Peoples during the Union was one of the most prestigious awards. They were awarded only to people who worked for the good of the Fatherland and strived for a brighter future
Probably, there are few families that could compare with the Kennedy clan in terms of fame. For most of the twentieth century, its representatives were in the center of attention of the world media. By far the most famous among the children of Joseph Patrick and Rose Fitzgerald Kennedy was their second son, John. However, at all stages of his political career, his brothers were by his side. One of them, Robert Francis Kennedy, repeated the tragic fate of the 35th President of the United States
We must remember those who fought for our bright future. One of these great people was Mikhail Yakovlevich Mironov - a Soviet officer and a brave soldier
The article tells about the tragic fate of Prince Ivan Alekseevich Dolgoruky, who made a brilliant career during the reign of Emperor Peter II and became a victim of court intrigues under Anna Ioannovna. A brief overview of the main stages of his life is given
The article tells about one of the most difficult periods of Russian history, called the oprichnina. A brief overview of its history is given from its establishment in 1565 to its abolition seven years later
Prince Kurbsky Andrei Mikhailovich is a well-known Russian politician, commander, writer and translator, the closest associate of Tsar Ivan IV the Terrible. In 1564, during the Livonian War, he fled from possible disgrace to Poland, where he was accepted into the service of King Sigismund II Augustus. Subsequently fought against Muscovy
Lenin who is by nationality? Many are interested in delving into the roots of the genealogical tree of the great leader. Who did you think you were? And who was actually? We will try to answer these questions
Inessa Armand is a well-known revolutionary, a participant in the protest movement in Russia at the beginning of the 20th century. Her image was often used in Soviet cinema. By nationality - French. Known as a famous feminist and comrade-in-arms of Lenin. It is precisely because of her closeness to the leader of the world proletariat that she went down in history. It is not known for certain whether there was a purely platonic relationship between them or physical
The history of any family is a rather complex and often confusing matter. The British believe that every family has a closet with a skeleton, which is carefully hidden from prying eyes
Chief architect of the Third Reich Albert Speer had a hand in the most important construction projects in Germany during the reign of Adolf Hitler
One of the richest people in France - Bernard Arnault, whose fortune, according to Forbes magazine, is estimated at thirty-three billion dollars, purposefully went to such success. Since 1989, he has headed LVMH (Moet Hennessy Louis Vuitton), a company that is a leader in the production and sale of luxury goods
The Middle Ages is a vast period in the development of European society, covering the 5th-15th century AD. The era began after the fall of the great Roman Empire, ended with the beginning of the industrial revolution in England. Over these ten centuries, Europe has come a long way of development, characterized by the great migration of peoples, the formation of the main European states and the appearance of the most beautiful monuments of history - Gothic cathedrals
The foreign policy of the USSR has always been a manifestation of the regime. But this in no way detracts from the diplomatic talent of the outstanding ministers. After reading this article, you will learn a lot of interesting things
One of the most remarkable ships of the Russian fleet was the Novik. The destroyer had outstanding seaworthiness and maneuverability, which made it possible to use the ship for a variety of tasks
In our country and throughout the world, the name of cosmonaut Leonov is well known. Alexei Leonov was the first person in outer space to make video footage after leaving the spacecraft. In our article, we will tell you how it was and why he was awarded the title of Hero of the Soviet Union for completing such a seemingly simple task. We will also tell you why Sergei Korolev chose him for this mission
The article discusses the history of the emergence and development of anti-aircraft artillery. Describes the classification of weapons. An overview of the artillery that was in service with the USSR and Germany during the Great Patriotic War is given. Information is provided on the testing of this type of weapon and its use during the Vietnam War
Josh Lucas is a 44-year-old American actor known for his diverse roles. He is great in melodramas ("Stylish Things"), and in thrillers ("Ste alth"), and in biographical dramas ("J. Edgar")
The title of the Duke of Cambridge in the UK is held by the youngest members of the royal family. It is handed by the monarch himself, then inherited from father to eldest son, and if the holder of the title does not have an heir, then it is transferred back to the British Crown. The current Duke of Cambridge is Prince William
Alexander Ulyanov - Lenin's brother - was almost always in the shadow of his more famous relative. But it is interesting how the course of history would have turned if it were not for the oath of young Volodya to avenge Sasha, who was executed by the tsar. It was then that the future leader of the world proletariat said his most famous phrase: “We will go the other way”
Alcatraz on the geographical map of the world is a small island located in the San Francisco Bay. It has an interesting history. At one time it was used as a defensive fort
Lloyd Harold Clayton is known to the world as an American comedian and silent film director. He starred in an incredible number of films and impressed the audience with his masterful acting
The last Empress of the Persian Empire, Farah Pahlavi, was one of the most famous ladies of the 60s and 70s of the last century
The British Monarchy has existed for more than a millennium. Today the government of the United Kingdom is a constitutional monarchy. However, Queen Elizabeth II of Great Britain continues to be considered one of the most respected and influential people on the planet. The reverence that the people of her country show her extends to her family members - House of Windsor
Africa or America, Europe or Asia - regardless of the continent, people all over the world feast on it. We are so accustomed to it that we no longer consider it something new, and even more so we do not classify it as a delicacy. We are talking about the potato we have known for a long time. Let's remember the time when it was not yet so widespread, learn about some of the tragedies associated with its loss, and find out why it is still so appreciated in Russia
Montessori is one of the most significant and famous names of foreign pedagogy. The biography of this outstanding scientist and the concept of her work are outlined below
The article will tell about the role of Empress Catherine II in the fate of Russia, introduce the reforms of domestic and foreign policy
The article tells about the state of the Golden Horde. He will tell about the history of formation, the reasons for the collapse, as well as the mystery of the coat of arms and flag
Sometimes, looking through the historical chronicles of many centuries, one can draw one simple, but extremely unpleasant conclusion - no events, probably, will ever teach mankind to appreciate their clan and clan. Unfortunately, we constantly destroy each other. Even in the modern world, filled with the latest technologies, there is always a place for victims of the hands of such
Ancient Greek mathematicians laid the foundations of algebra and geometry. Without their theorems, statements and formulas, exact science would be imperfect. Archimedes, Pythagoras, Euclid and other scientists are at the origins of mathematics, its laws and rules
In the heart of the Siberian city of Perm there is a monument called "The Legend of the Perm Bear". Why does the sculpture have such a strange name and who came up with the idea to make such an original monument?
General Tyulenev is a veteran of four wars and the owner of military orders and medals of four states. From a young age, Ivan Vladimirovich decided to devote his life to military affairs and since then has repeatedly shown courage and heroism in battles for his Fatherland
In ancient India, the kings had different titles. The most common of them were maharaja, raja and sultan. You will learn more about the rulers of Ancient India, the Middle Ages and the colonial era from this article
The article tells about army aviation, the units of which are equipped with helicopters and serve to perform a wide range of operational and tactical tasks. A brief overview of the history of the emergence of this type of troops and its current features is given