History 2025, February

"Bacchus", "Lute Player", "The Entombment" - all these canvases, known to any connoisseur of medieval paintings, were created by Michelangelo Merisi da Caravaggio. The works of the creator, who had a huge influence on the development of painting, are so perfect and numerous that it seems as if he lived to be 100 years old, and did not die at 39. Last modified: 2025-01-23 12:01

Suddenly attacking the Soviet Union, the fascist command expected to reach Moscow in a few months. However, the German generals met resistance as soon as they crossed the border of the USSR. The Germans took several hours to capture the first outpost of the Soviet army, but the defenders of the Brest Fortress held back the power of the huge fascist army for six days. Last modified: 2025-01-23 12:01

The cancellation of the card system in the USSR is a very important date. But before talking about this event, it is necessary to understand what this system was. The card system was widely used by many states during the crisis periods of wars, recessions in the economy, and revolutions. The abolition of the card system testified to the improvement of the economic and social situation in the country. Last modified: 2025-01-23 12:01

Khan Akhmat is considered the last ruler on whom the Russian princes depended. His policy was aimed at the unification of the Tatar states. In his desire to establish supremacy in the territory previously owned by the Great Horde, he achieved significant success. Last modified: 2025-01-23 12:01

On August 31, 2018, it will be 24 years since the solemn withdrawal of Russian troops from Germany, or rather the so-called GDR, took place. About fifteen thousand tanks and five hundred thousand soldiers returned to Russia that day. Last modified: 2025-01-23 12:01

Giuseppe Mazzini is one of the most famous political and public figures in Italy of the 19th century. He believed in the freedom and independence not only of his country, but also in national liberation for all European countries. Last modified: 2025-01-23 12:01

Karl the Bald - the last representative of the Carolingian dynasty, who managed to maintain unified power over his possessions throughout his reign. After his death, the West Frankish kingdom took the path of feudal fragmentation. Last modified: 2025-01-23 12:01

The ideas preached by Ivan Ilyin, the philosopher by the grace of God, are now experiencing a renaissance. The very first statesmen began to quote him and lay flowers on his grave. This is all the more strange, because the Russian philosopher Ivan Ilyin was usually ranked among the theories of National Socialism and neo-fascism. What is really happening?. Last modified: 2025-01-23 12:01

Recently there have been publications and documentaries proving that the philosophical ship is an invention of the Bolsheviks, that in fact not so many people were deported. And the main purpose of the hype is to make Western European governments believe that opponents of the Bolshevik regime have gone to Europe. Last modified: 2025-01-23 12:01

Bath in ancient Rome has become very popular. Baths began to grow throughout the city, existed at gymnasiums, in rich houses. A good half of Rome washed in them. The baths were not only a place for bathing, they became the center of the city's social life. Last modified: 2025-01-23 12:01

Land surveying - the establishment of clear boundaries of the territories of the state, city, private territory. In Russia, it began in the middle of the 18th century and continued for more than a hundred years, going through several stages. Last modified: 2025-01-23 12:01

With the end of World War II, the US secured the status of the main Western superpower. Simultaneously with economic growth and the development of democratic institutions, the American confrontation with the Soviet Union began. Last modified: 2025-01-23 12:01

Vassals appeared in Western Europe with the onset of the Middle Ages. They were the basis of the state system for many countries of that time. Last modified: 2025-01-23 12:01

Eugene Beauharnais, whose biography will be discussed in the article, is the stepson of Napoleon Bonaparte, Viceroy of Italy, General, Prince of Leuchtenberg. He was born in Paris on September 3, 1781. Last modified: 2025-01-23 12:01

A historical map is an image of a planet or a certain part of it, a territory at different times in human history. The main goal of a historical map is to convey to posterity a recorded and preserved display of historical events in a certain area, that is, to show that historical process, that time and those events in space clearly. Last modified: 2025-01-23 12:01

The very existence of this estate was inextricably linked with the feudal era - the time of the cult of power, as well as hierarchical fidelity. In economic terms, this state of affairs was justified by a special kind of feudal relations. In addition to Western European territories, similar fighting classes also arose in other cultures: samurai in Japan, sipahis in Turkey, Cossacks of the New Age in Russia. At the same time, already the first knights were fundamentally different from their brothers in arms in other civilizations. Last modified: 2025-01-23 12:01

In pre-Petrine Russia, there were several holidays that can be considered as the Slavic New Year. First of all, these were Kolyada and Maslenitsa, later the church New Year was added to them. All these events were celebrated on a grand scale. The history of the New Year holiday has been rich and complex. The article discusses the most remarkable Slavic New Year's customs. Last modified: 2025-01-23 12:01

Hercules is one of the favorite heroes of the ancient Greeks. In the service of a relative, King Eurystheus, he performed 12 feats. The Nemean Lion was the first trophy that the hero brought to his master. Last modified: 2025-01-23 12:01

Papyrus for writing is one of the most famous inventions of the ancient world. Papyrus played a significant role in the Egyptian economy. To this day, souvenirs made from this material are in demand among tourists. The article tells about how the process of making papyrus takes place. Last modified: 2025-01-23 12:01

The article reveals the meaning of the word "harpoon". The design features and nuances of the use of the harpoon by different peoples, as well as its differences from another tool for hunting aquatic animals - spears are considered. A few words are also said about the evolution of the whaling harpoon. Last modified: 2025-01-23 12:01

Slash-and-burn agriculture is one of the oldest agricultural systems, spread all over the world. The article tells about the technological features of slash-and-burn agriculture among the Slavs, as well as about its advantages and disadvantages. Last modified: 2025-01-23 12:01

It is known for certain that the colonization of Australia began thanks to the discoveries of James Cook. It was he who declared the new lands the property of the British Crown, gave the names of capes and bays, mapped the coastline of the continent. Last modified: 2025-01-23 12:01

The article reveals the meaning of the concept of "Old Believers", tells about the history of the Old Believers. Attention is paid to the difference between the terms "schismatics", "Old Believers" and "Old Believers", the culture of the Old Believers is briefly characterized. Last modified: 2025-01-23 12:01

The article is devoted to the history, everyday life, as well as the spiritual and material culture of the ancient Germanic tribes. The social structure of the ancient Germans, their beliefs and methods of conducting military operations are considered. Attention is paid to the interaction of the Germans with their closest neighbors (Celts and Slavs), as well as the Romans. Last modified: 2025-01-23 12:01

Feudalism is commonly referred to as the social system that existed in Europe in the 5th-17th centuries. Each country has its own characteristics. Last modified: 2025-01-23 12:01

The topic of the article is the history of the invention of glass. The text lists and briefly describes the main stages in the evolution of glass production from ancient times to the present day. Last modified: 2025-01-23 12:01

The reign of Nicholas 1 fell on a period of crisis of the feudal system, revolutions in Europe and, as a result, the emergence of various trends among the Russian nobility. But the emperor was completely unprepared. The only thing that Nikolai understood was that the restoration of control over society can be ensured through tough measures. Last modified: 2025-01-23 12:01

The Anglo-Zanzibar War went down in history as the shortest. This article will tell about this military conflict. Last modified: 2025-01-23 12:01

Probably, each of us dreamed of finding a treasure, getting rich and buying everything our heart desires. But it’s worth considering what a treasure really is? After all, this is not only a huge chest with gold and silver coins, as we imagine it, but also any thing buried in the ground. Last modified: 2025-01-23 12:01

The two French empires did not last long. Despite this, they left a huge mark on the history of the XIX century. Last modified: 2025-01-23 12:01

Fernand Magellan's round-the-world trip made a real sensation in Europe, it proved the spherical structure of the planet, many lands previously unknown to Europeans were discovered. Last modified: 2025-01-23 12:01

High school students should learn how to draw historical portraits. This will help you successfully pass the exam. In addition, the description of the portrait of a historical figure is by no means a boring task. When studying the biography of the ruler, one can understand the reason for certain events that influenced the fate of millions of ordinary people. Last modified: 2025-01-23 12:01

The article describes how passenger and military aviation developed, and how this development influenced the statistics of aircraft accidents. Last modified: 2025-01-23 12:01

Anna Yaroslavna, daughter of Yaroslav the Wise, went down in history as the only Queen of France born in Kyiv. She lived a rich and extraordinary life, saw we alth, marriage of convenience, unearthly love, felt the pain of loss. In addition to all this, historians note a very significant contribution that she made to the creation of the prestigious image of her native lands. Last modified: 2025-01-23 12:01

The article describes the political situation preceding and accompanying the appointment of Kliment Smolyatich as Metropolitan. A description of the biography, literary heritage and philosophical thoughts of Kliment Smolyatich is also given with an assessment of their historical significance. Last modified: 2025-01-23 12:01

Meliton Kantaria: a brief biography of the Hero of the Soviet Union, a detailed description of the moment the Victory Banner was hoisted. Last modified: 2025-01-23 12:01

Territorial expansion of Russia: the process of annexation of new lands is described in detail, decisive battles, interesting facts. Last modified: 2025-01-23 12:01

The need for further development of the Russian state arose at the turn of the century, marked by the reign of the great reformer Peter 1, who set the main task of strengthening the internal unity of the country, strengthening its military power and increasing world significance. The search for ways to enter the world political arena led to the inevitability of a southern military campaign, which was called the Azov campaigns of Peter 1. Last modified: 2025-01-23 12:01

The French Revolution of 1789-1799 was a breakthrough in European history and marked the transition from feudal relations to capitalism. Bright personalities participated in it: Marat, Danton, Robespierre, and the crowning achievement was the appearance of Napoleon Bonaparte at the top of power. Last modified: 2025-01-23 12:01

Ancient people knew and revered the planet Saturn. Mythology. associated with this celestial body originates in the beliefs of various peoples who inhabited our planet in ancient times. Last modified: 2025-01-23 12:01