History

75 years have passed since one of the largest tank battles in military history - the Battle of Kursk. The Germans called it the "Citadel" operation, which was launched by them on 07/05/43 and ended on 08/23/43, its duration was 49 days. Last modified: 2025-01-23 12:01

Robert Peary became the first explorer to reach the North Pole. He went to this success all his life, preparing for each new expedition for years. Last modified: 2025-01-23 12:01

Surely, many are interested in the question of why in the British Isles the royal throne is occupied not by the king, but by the Queen of Great Britain. Since the formation of an independent state in the 9th century, eight dynasties have successively changed in England, but there is still a blood relationship between their members, since the first representative of a new family name each time married a woman from the previous one. Last modified: 2025-01-23 12:01

On February 26, 1845, the third child and second son were born to the future Emperor Tsarevich Alexander Nikolayevich. The boy was named Alexander. During the first 26 years, he was brought up, like other grand dukes, for a military career, since his elder brother Nikolai was to become the heir to the throne. By the age of 18, Alexander was already in the rank of colonel. Last modified: 2025-01-23 12:01

In this article we will consider information about what the Varangian Sea is and how it is called in the modern world. We will also touch upon the problem of its ecological situation and its features, because the sea itself is very remarkable. Although there are some disagreements about the ancient name that occurs in the writings and the modern analogue. Last modified: 2025-01-23 12:01

The history of the Russian fleet knows times of resounding victories and heavy defeats, periods of complete decline and stubborn revival. And it all started with the will and energy of Peter the Great, who believed in the maritime greatness of his country. Last modified: 2025-01-23 12:01

The significance of Catherine II for Russian history is so important that it can be compared with Peter I, nicknamed the Great. The accession of new lands to the empire, the expansion of the strategic and economic capabilities of the state, impressive military victories achieved by skill, but not by numbers at sea and on land, new cities that have become outposts of Russia in the south - this is just a short and incomplete list of the achievements of this outstanding ruler. But it is enough to understand why Catherine 2 was called the Great. Last modified: 2025-01-23 12:01

What did Napoleon look for in Egypt? The main enemy of the French were the British, who were difficult to get on their island. It was necessary to expand the French colonial possessions, which for the most part were lost. Bonaparte also sought to strengthen his influence, while the Directory wanted to send away a too popular general. Therefore, Napoleon's campaign in Egypt was organized. We will talk about it briefly in our article. Last modified: 2025-01-23 12:01

The reign of Ramses II is the most interesting period in the history of Ancient Egypt. With the advent of the new pharaoh to power, the state began to grow stronger and flourish. Ramses the Great achieved military successes, proved to be a clever diplomat and succeeded in the construction of temples and monuments. Last modified: 2025-01-23 12:01

Alexander the Great died more than two thousand years ago, but historians still have not determined the cause of his premature death. There are several theories - from a mysterious illness and improper treatment to poisoning by close associates. Last modified: 2025-01-23 12:01

In this review, we will consider an event of paramount historical importance - the liberation of Moscow from the Poles. Particular attention is paid to the actions of the commander during this operation. Last modified: 2025-01-23 12:01

In the vastness of the East European Plain, the Slavs, our direct ancestors, have lived since ancient times. It is still not known exactly when they arrived there. Be that as it may, they soon settled widely throughout the great waterway of those years. Slavic cities and villages arose from the B altic to the Black Sea. Despite the fact that they were of the same clan-tribe, relations between them were never especially peaceful. Last modified: 2025-01-23 12:01

The times of youth are always remembered with nostalgia. The "dashing nineties" were a difficult time in the life of the country, but today many people miss them. Perhaps this is due to the fact that at that time the republics of the Soviet Union had just gained independence. It seemed that everything old had sunk into oblivion, and a wonderful future awaited everyone ahead. Last modified: 2025-01-23 12:01

The execution of Ceausescu has become one of the most famous episodes of the Romanian Revolution. The death sentence was carried out in 1989. Thus ended the reign of one of the most brutal dictators in Europe, who led the country for almost a quarter of a century. Former general secretary of the Romanian Communist Party was shot along with his wife. Last modified: 2025-01-23 12:01

In October 1964, the leadership changed in the USSR. The unity of the socialist camp was broken, relations between East and West were very strained due to the Caribbean crisis. In addition, the German problem remained unresolved, which worried the leadership of the USSR very much. Last modified: 2025-01-23 12:01

Often certain words or expressions change their original meaning over time. For example, the term "jargon" has long meant chatter. The word "serenade" meant evening, and "pool" - just a vessel for water. Gradually, "evening" became a vocal piece performed at this time of day, and later just a song. So is the word "penates". In time immemorial, it was the name of the ancient Roman guardian gods of the family hearth and reserves, then it began to personify the family. Last modified: 2025-01-23 12:01

Manufactory is a new step in the economic development of mankind. The article talks about how it arose, reveals the basic concepts and history. Last modified: 2025-01-23 12:01

Estates became the forerunners of the class system, which today is the basis for the development of modern society. Last modified: 2025-01-23 12:01

Russian history has known many historical events associated with various class phenomena. One of these was the kulaks - this is the rural bourgeoisie. Class division in the Soviet Union was a sensitive issue. The attitude towards the kulaks changed in accordance with the course of history and the course of the ruling power. Last modified: 2025-01-23 12:01

Interesting facts, photos, description of Buckingham Palace - today we will talk about it. Last modified: 2025-01-23 12:01

A lot of people believe in the magic of the name. And for this reason, young parents begin to think about choosing a name for their child in advance, before the baby is born. It so happened that in 2010 there was a fashion for foreign names, everywhere we were surrounded by children whose names are Riana, Milena, Mark, Stefan … Then it was fashionable to call children by foreign names. But now more and more parents want to highlight their child with an unusual Old Slavonic name. Last modified: 2025-01-23 12:01

Moscow is the capital of our Motherland. Many people have been to this city. Someone loves him, someone hates him. But one cannot but admit that Moscow is architecturally beautiful and historically rich, especially its center. There are riches on Red Square - Execution Ground, a famous monument to Minin and Pozharsky, the tomb of Vladimir Ilyich Lenin, he is also a mausoleum. Last modified: 2025-01-23 12:01

What kind of events have happened in the world for many centuries. These were both international joys and global tragedies. And each of the events has its key significance, because no one knows how the world would have turned if something specific had not happened at all. World history knows a lot of wars, strife and subsequent peace negotiations and alliances. Last modified: 2025-01-23 12:01

The number of disappeared ancient civilizations and peoples who once inhabited our planet exceeds all your expectations. There are several thousand such peoples in Europe alone. They were subjugated by their neighbors, assimilated, genocide, etc. One way or another, we will never see them again in the form in which they originally existed. This article will look at some of these peoples. Last modified: 2025-01-23 12:01

A doer is a ruler, a philosopher is a thinker. If you only think and do not act, then it will not end in anything good. In this respect, among all the Roman rulers, Marcus Aurelius was an exception. He lived a double life. One was in full view of everyone, and the other remained a secret until his death. Last modified: 2025-01-23 12:01

Oddly enough, but in a conversation about ancient states, we often recall Egypt and Sumer, Greece and Rome. The history of Azerbaijan also stretched for several thousand years. Last modified: 2025-01-23 12:01

Features of Japan and its historical development are clearly visible today. This original country was able to carry through the centuries almost unchanged a special culture, in many respects different even from that originated in the territory of its closest neighbors. Last modified: 2025-01-23 12:01

Ancient Rome left many mysteries after its disappearance. To this day, there are disputes about the symbolism, culture and political system of this state. The abbreviation SPQR is one of the mysteries of the ancient republic. Last modified: 2025-01-23 12:01

I wonder what? declaring the village a source of socialism, the Socialist-Revolutionary Party treated its inhabitants themselves with sufficient caution. Peasants have never really been particularly politically literate. What to expect them, the leaders and ordinary members of the organization did not know, the life of the villagers was alien to them. Last modified: 2025-01-23 12:01

It is believed that slavery is almost completely eliminated on our planet. This does not mean that it does not exist, it just has acquired other forms, often very sophisticated. Last modified: 2025-01-23 12:01

The treaty, called the Peace of Paris, was signed on March 30, 1856. It should be noted that the victorious countries, exhausted by a long military campaign, very costly and bloody, took care of the acceptability for Russia of his points. Last modified: 2025-01-23 12:01

Kafa is a city that has flourished and fallen, sheltered representatives of different nations on its land, has a rich history and very beautiful nature. It was originally called Theodosia, references to which can be found in Homer's poem "The Odyssey". Last modified: 2025-01-23 12:01

Misty Albion - what is it, where did this name come from? This is the question that most inquisitive travelers ask. Albion is the ancient name of the British Isles. The word has a Celtic origin, under this name modern England was known to the ancient Greeks. In Celtic, the word "albus" meant "mountains", but in translation from Latin - "white". Last modified: 2025-01-23 12:01

The Peace of Portsmouth is an agreement between the Russian Empire and Japan on the cessation of hostilities. It was this treaty that ended the senseless and destructive Russo-Japanese War that lasted from 1904 to 1905. This significant event happened on August 23, 1905 in Portsmouth, an American town, with the mediation of the US government. Last modified: 2025-01-23 12:01

Era is a large time period, a historical period. This is the name of the system of reckoning, as well as the beginning of this reckoning. The entire history of our planet can be conditionally divided into long periods. Among themselves, they differ in a certain climatic and geographical change, as well as a significant breakthrough in the development of the animal and plant world. Last modified: 2025-01-23 12:01

Ukraine is the largest state in Europe. Although some historians claim that the country is the cradle of European culture and has been around for centuries, this is not true. The formation of Ukraine as a state actually took place 23 years ago. This is a young country that is just learning to live on its own, without anyone's support. Last modified: 2025-01-23 12:01

Cunning criminals could hardly be stopped if not for even more cunning and tenacious detectives. This profession occupies one of the leading roles in the modern world. Detective stories have long occupied a very significant niche on television. But who are the most famous detectives that existed in the real world?. Last modified: 2025-01-23 12:01

Because of her origins, this woman could shine in high society and lead a luxurious, carefree existence. But Jenny von Westphalen, interesting facts about which are presented in this article, chose a completely different life. Full of suffering, deprivation and hardship. It was this fate, alas, that was prepared for the wife of the great theoretician of communism, Karl Marx. Last modified: 2025-06-01 07:06

The creation of the First International is connected with the first economic crisis of the capitalist system in 1857-1859. Against the backdrop of simultaneous problems in all developed industrial countries, an understanding of global unification among workers has come. It was from this period that the proletarian alliances of England and France came to the conclusion about a single international organization. An event in Russia added fuel to the fire. In 1863, Alexander II cracked down on the revolution in Poland. The rebels demanded independence. Last modified: 2025-01-23 12:01

Mamai is a great person. It was under him that the famous Battle of Kulikovo took place. But who is he? Was he a khan and ruler of the Golden Horde? What is its history?. Last modified: 2025-01-23 12:01