The Italian campaign of Napoleon 1796 - 1797 interesting in that it was he who gave Bonaparte the opportunity to express himself for the first time. This was the first, but not the last military company of the future French emperor. The significant date of the Italian campaign of Napoleon Bonaparte is considered to be April 12, 1796. On this day the Battle of Montenota took place. As the great conqueror himself later admitted: “My nobility begins from Montenota”. Last modified: 2025-01-23 12:01
History 2025, February
Why don't mathematicians get the Nobel Prize? Did the founder of the award decide that none of them would be worthy of it? Unfortunately, history cannot provide a reliable answer, supported by indisputable facts. This gave rise to conjecture. Last modified: 2025-01-23 12:01
The article is devoted to a brief description of the Plus Truce. The work indicates its conditions and significance. Last modified: 2025-01-23 12:01
Grand Duke of Moscow Vasily III ruled in 1505-1533. His era was the time of continuation of the accomplishments of his father Ivan III. The prince united the Russian lands around Moscow and fought against numerous external enemies. Last modified: 2025-01-23 12:01
Perhaps, the history of the Civil War in Russia is a very instructive page of the tablets of people's memory. These events remind us what should not be allowed under any circumstances, because this category of wars is the most senseless, cruel and bloody. Whatever it was, but these events have sunk into the maelstrom of history. Last modified: 2025-01-23 12:01
A pilot from God - this is what the Soviet test pilot Anisimov received from his comrades. Alexander Frolovich was indeed an outstanding pilot. With his participation, the first Soviet fighters were tested. Last modified: 2025-01-23 12:01
The Kiev Principality, whose geographical position was quite favorable for protection from external enemies, suffered from internal strife. The princes fought for power and land, which led to the isolation and fragmentation of the territory. Last modified: 2025-01-23 12:01
The biography of Admiral Nakhimov testifies that in Russia there were, are and will be people who are unquestioningly devoted to their service. Maritime business was for Pavel Stepanovich his whole life. He could not exist without warships, took on responsible tasks and decisively led during the battles. Last modified: 2025-01-23 12:01
Tiun is a well-established generic name for a number of categories that included personal princely and boyar servants. Even this name in Ancient Russia was called civil servants, or rather their positions in the administrative and judicial field. Last modified: 2025-01-23 12:01
Vladimir Monomakh, whose reign is celebrated as one of the most successful, was a wise prince. He understood the importance of preserving and strengthening the borders of the state and did not tolerate civil strife and self-will. Thanks to his reign, Russia significantly strengthened and began to develop. Last modified: 2025-01-23 12:01
"V 7" was the first improved flying saucer model. Germany created the weapons of the new age, and, of course, succeeded in this. However, the developments of scientists were brought to life only by the end of the war and could not deliver the blow that Hitler had hoped for. Last modified: 2025-01-23 12:01
Babylon was one of the most grandiose cities in the ancient world, and was also the center of Mesopotamian civilization. It was a power that was ruled by Alexander the Great. Last modified: 2025-01-23 12:01
The terms of the Brest Peace of 1918 were discussed in three stages. Russia did not want to accept Germany's demands, but was forced to agree to the signing of the treaty. The peace of Brest-Litovsk did not last long, and thanks to the intervention of the Entente powers, the German troops retreated. Last modified: 2025-01-23 12:01
The reforms of Alexander 1 can be briefly written as a time of great undertakings, but also great disappointments. Undoubtedly, some of them brought the expected benefits, but all the policies pursued by him failed and led to the discontent of the people. Last modified: 2025-01-23 12:01
The economic activity of Athens, like Sparta, was mainly focused on agriculture. A little later, it includes the sale of goods, which was facilitated by access to sea routes. Last modified: 2025-01-23 12:01
Kyiv Prince Svyatoslav the Brave ruled in 645-672. Most of all, he is known as a bright commander who had several wars in different regions of Eastern Europe on his account. Last modified: 2025-01-23 12:01
Academician Rybakov is a well-known domestic archaeologist, researcher of Ancient Russia and Slavic culture. Hero of Socialist Labor, member of the Russian Academy of Sciences. Even after his death, he remains one of the most influential specialists in the field of Soviet historiography. His scientific views and pedagogical activity had a great influence on the development of ideas about the history of Ancient Russia. During the 60-80s, he actually led Soviet archeology. Last modified: 2025-01-23 12:01
Under the name of the Western campaign of the Mongols in world history, the campaign of the troops of the Mongol Empire through the territories of Central and Eastern Europe, which took place from 1236 to 1242, is known. Khan Baty led them, and Subedei was the direct commander. In this article, we will talk about the background, main events and results of this important historical event. Last modified: 2025-01-23 12:01
The coat of arms of the state is not just a beautiful picture - its image, as a rule, contains all the symbols of the country's internal structure: priorities, politics and even warnings. Last modified: 2025-01-23 12:01
The "Scythian world" was formed in the 1st millennium AD. It originated in the steppes of Eurasia. This is a cultural, historical and economic community, which has become one of the most outstanding phenomena of the ancient world. Last modified: 2025-01-23 12:01
The article tells about the era of the reign of Empress Catherine II, which became one of the brightest pages in Russian history. A brief overview of the deeds and reforms accomplished in these years, which contributed to the rise of the economy and culture of the country, is given. Last modified: 2025-01-23 12:01
The sole power over the empire went to the new emperor very hard, after a long and fierce struggle with the generals at the dawn of the 4th century. The reign of Constantine in the Roman Empire began. He managed to organize his power so firmly and ruled so decisively that the rest of the rulers, both predecessors and successors, could not be compared with him. Last modified: 2025-01-23 12:01
The city arose at the end of the 16th century, but many researchers believe that the settlement existed a long time ago, back in the days of the Tatar-Mongol yoke. Along with Samara and Saratov, the city of Tsaritsyn was founded as a fortress by a garrison of military Cossacks and a local governor, Grigory Zasekin, at the behest of Ivan the Terrible after the conquest of the Astrakhan kingdom by the Muscovite state. Last modified: 2025-01-23 12:01
What did the double crown of the Egyptian pharaohs symbolize? How did she look? One of the main attributes of power was a headdress called "pshent", which had the meaning of a crown. It included two crowns that were of different colors. The red one belonged to Lower Egypt, the white one to Upper Egypt. Merging them meant acquiring power over both lands. They dressed up together. Last modified: 2025-01-23 12:01
Ancient people in Russia appeared in time immemorial. About 700 thousand years ago, they first settled in its southern territories - on the banks of the Kuban River and the North Caucasus. Last modified: 2025-01-23 12:01
Aleksey Petrovich is an example of will, courage, love of life. He could not refuse his dream, even when he lost his legs, he stubbornly walked towards her, because he loved the sky. He never boasted of his victories and did not even consider them feats. Alexei Petrovich simply did not know how and did not want to live differently. Last modified: 2025-01-23 12:01
A story about what a parish is. How did the concept of volost originate? Kemsky volost in the film about Ivan the Terrible. Last modified: 2025-01-23 12:01
Article about Ukrainian history, cultural heritage. Where could the meaning of the word Ukraine come from, the formation of a state called Ukraine. Last modified: 2025-01-23 12:01
Admiral Isoroku Yamamoto was one of Japan's key military leaders during World War II. He planned and directed operations in the Pacific. Last modified: 2025-01-23 12:01
Starting from the era of perestroika, the "iconostasis" of the General Secretary of the period of "stagnation" was spoken only derisively. Comments and anecdotes were in the style of Fedot the archer: “On the back, and then there are six of them”. Last modified: 2025-01-23 12:01
The history of electrical engineering is closely connected with mankind throughout the history of its development. People were interested in natural phenomena that they could not explain. The study continued for long and long centuries. But only in the seventeenth century, the history of the development of electrical engineering began its countdown with the real use by a person of the acquired knowledge and skills. Last modified: 2025-01-23 12:01
The Battle of Grenham was one of the most significant naval battles of the early 18th century. This naval battle finally cemented the reputation of the young Russian Empire as a maritime power. Its importance lay in the fact that the battle of Grengam brought the Russian fleet an important victory, which was won at the most critical moment. Last modified: 2025-01-23 12:01
One of the heroic pages in the history of Ukraine is the existence of a legion of Sich Riflemen. These warriors were infinitely devoted to their homeland, and even in the most difficult times they continued to fight for it. Last modified: 2025-01-23 12:01
Daniil Romanovich's son Leo was the Prince of Galicia and Volhynia. He had to fight with many opponents: Poles, Lithuanians and Tatars. This ruler was one of the last independent princes of Western Russia. Last modified: 2025-01-23 12:01
Greeks have always been original. They did not disregard their numbers either. Only great minds could combine numbers with the alphabet! And what they did - read in this article. Last modified: 2025-01-23 12:01
The biography of General Anatoly Nikolaevich Pepelyaev causes controversy among researchers of the white movement. Although his personality is not widely known, the famous Yakut campaign is one of the bright pages of the courage and valor of the Russian soldier. Last modified: 2025-01-23 12:01
Sixty-eight years ago World War II ended. Excavations continue to this day. What motivates local residents and archaeologists who come from afar to pick up a shovel when going to the places of past battles?. Last modified: 2025-01-23 12:01
Until now, historians are arguing about where the largest tank battle of the Great Patriotic War took place. It is no secret that history in many countries of the world is subject to excessive political influence. Therefore, it is not uncommon that some events are praised, while others remain underestimated or completely forgotten. Last modified: 2025-01-23 12:01
Despotism is a form of government in which the will of the ruler is not limited by the laws governing the lives of all other members of society. Last modified: 2025-01-23 12:01
Interdict - an important concept in Roman law, which allows you to establish the right to property without resorting to legal proceedings, which greatly speeds up and simplifies the procedure. Last modified: 2025-01-23 12:01