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15 Presidential Candidates Who Changed the Race — and Still Lost
15 Presidential Candidates Who Changed the Race — and Still Lost - History Collection
4. Jesse Jackson (1984, 1988)
Jesse Jackson’s Rainbow Coalition campaigns unified diverse communities, advancing racial and economic equality in polit…
Jesse Jackson’s presidential campaigns in 1984 and 1988 introduced the “Rainbow Coalition,” uniting diverse groups—including African Americans, Hispanics, Asian Americans, Native Americans, and white progressives—to advocate...
14 Historical Wounds That Continue to Shape China’s Foreign Policy
14 Historical Wounds That Continue to Shape China’s Foreign Policy - History Collection
2. The Opium Wars
British warships and diplomats force China into unequal treaties during the Opium Wars, reshaping history.
In the mid-19th century, Britain’s military interventions compelled China to accept opium imports, leading to significant social and economic upheaval. The First Opium War (1839-1842) and the Second Opium War (1856-1860) resulted in China’s defeat and...
15 Events That Still Shape Irish Attitudes Toward Britain
15 Events That Still Shape Irish Attitudes Toward Britain - History Collection
9. Partition and the Birth of Northern Ireland (1920-1921)
Map illustrating Ireland’s 1921 partition, highlighting the enduring political and sectarian divide.
The partition of Ireland in 1921, established by the Government of Ireland Act, divided the island into two self-governing regions: Northern Ireland and Southern Ireland. Northern Ireland, comprising six counties in the...
15 Reasons Why The United States Became the 20th Century’s Dominant Power
15 Reasons Why The United States Became the 20th Century's Dominant Power - History Collection
7. Economic Power and Dollar Supremacy
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The Bretton Woods Agreement, established in 1944, positioned the U.S. dollar as the world’s primary reserve currency, enhancing American economic influence and shaping global finance for decades. This system facilitated international trade and investment, reinforcing the United States’ dominant position in...
15 Rulers From History With Shadowy Spy Networks
15 Rulers From History With Shadowy Spy Networks - History Collection
2. Joseph Stalin of the Soviet Union
NKVD agents orchestrate Stalin’s espionage network, infiltrating Western governments and the Manhattan Project.
Joseph Stalin’s NKVD (People’s Commissariat for Internal Affairs) was instrumental in enforcing his regime and conducting extensive foreign espionage operations. These efforts included infiltrating Western governments and the Manhattan Project,...
15 Wild Facts About Female Gladiators In Ancient Rome
15 Wild Facts About Female Gladiators In Ancient Rome - History Collection
4. There’s Archaeological Evidence They Existed
Ancient Roman artifacts reveal women’s participation as gladiators, highlighting their role in historic combat arenas.
Archaeological findings provide tangible evidence of female gladiators in ancient Rome. Notable artifacts include:Halicarnassus Relief: A 2nd-century CE marble relief from Halicarnassus (modern-day Bodrum, Turkey) depicts...
The Dark Side of Christmas: 15 Beloved Stories With Grim Beginnings
The Dark Side of Christmas: 15 Beloved Stories With Grim Beginnings - History Collection
2. The Nutcracker
E.T.A. Hoffmann’s original Nutcracker: a dark, psychological tale with sinister toys and fears.
Before becoming a festive ballet, E.T.A. Hoffmann’s original tale, “The Nutcracker and the Mouse King,” was much darker. The story features sinister toys, a battle with a terrifying Mouse King, and Clara’s anxieties about growing up. Hoffmann’s version is...
From Wars to Wonders: 10 Christmas Day Moments That Changed History
From Wars to Wonders: 10 Christmas Day Moments That Changed History - History Collection
2. The Crowning of Charlemagne as Holy Roman Emperor (800 AD)
Charlemagne crowned Emperor by Pope Leo III, marking the birth of the Holy Roman Empire.
On December 25, 800 AD, during Christmas Mass at St. Peter’s Basilica in Rome, Pope Leo III crowned Charlemagne as “Emperor of the Romans.” This event marked the revival of the Western Roman Empire, which had fallen over...
15 Bizarre Christmas Traditions From History You Won’t Believe Existed
15 Bizarre Christmas Traditions From History You Won't Believe Existed - History Collection
5. Norway’s Christmas Eve Broom Hiding
Norwegian families hide brooms on Christmas Eve, blending Christian tradition with ancient pagan folklore.
Norwegian folklore holds that witches and evil spirits emerge on Christmas Eve, seeking brooms to ride. To prevent this, families hide all brooms before going to bed. This household precaution blends Christian celebration with...
15 Bizarre Warlords Who Actually Existed
15 Bizarre Warlords Who Actually Existed - History Collection
6. Cao Cao
Cao Cao, famed Han dynasty warlord, renowned for strategic brilliance and controversial political mastery.
Cao Cao was a Chinese warlord and statesman during the late Han dynasty, renowned for his strategic acumen and political cunning. He rose to prominence by suppressing the Yellow Turban Rebellion and later consolidated power, effectively controlling northern China. His reputation for...
10 Reasons the “France Just Surrendered” Myth Is Wrong
10 Reasons the “France Just Surrendered” Myth Is Wrong - History Collection
1. France Fought Bravely in World War I
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During World War I, France demonstrated remarkable resilience and valor, particularly during the Battle of Verdun. Fought from February 21 to December 18, 1916, this battle was one of the longest and most grueling of the war. French forces faced a relentless German offensive aimed at “bleeding France white” by...
10 Major Slaveowner Families and How They Lost (or Kept) Power After the Civil War
10 Major Slaveowner Families and How They Lost (or Kept) Power After the Civil War - History Collection
4. The Randolph Family (Virginia)
Randolph family endures postwar debt, selling Monticello yet forging new legacies in public service.
The Randolph family, descendants of Thomas Jefferson, faced significant financial challenges following the Civil War. Burdened by debt, they were compelled to sell Monticello and numerous other holdings. Despite these...
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