European History

The bizarre tale of the Kettle War of 1784, where a single cannonball sparked a bloodless conflict between the Dutch Republic and Holy Roman Empire over control of the Scheldt River.
A detailed account of the Cod Wars between Iceland and Britain, highlighting the David vs Goliath maritime conflict that reshaped fishing rights and international waters law.
The bizarre tale of how a French pastry chef's complaint about his destroyed bakery led to an international conflict between France and Mexico in 1838.

The Dreyfus Affair: How Anti-Semitism Nearly Destroyed an Innocent Man’s Life

The Dreyfus Affair, a landmark case of anti-Semitism and injustice in 19th-century France, exposed deep societal prejudices and ultimately led to significant reforms in the French justice system.

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