World History

An exploration of the Second Opium War's impact on China's sovereignty and its lasting effects on Sino-Western relations.
An exploration of overlooked military conflicts that significantly shaped global history, from the Chaco War to the Sino-Vietnamese War, revealing their lasting impact on international relations.
An in-depth exploration of the Philippine-American War (1899-1902), examining its causes, brutal nature, and lasting impact on both nations.

Taiping Rebellion: The Forgotten Apocalypse That Shook China

The Taiping Rebellion, led by Hong Xiuquan who claimed to be Jesus Christ's brother, was one of history's deadliest civil wars that resulted in 20 million deaths and reshaped 19th-century China.

How the Battle of Ain Jalut Changed History: The Day Mongol Invincibility Died

The Battle of Ain Jalut in 1260 marked the first major defeat of the Mongol Empire, changing the course of medieval history and preserving Islamic civilization.

The Hidden Wars: Declassified Covert Operations That Shaped History Before 1960

An exploration of significant covert military operations before 1960, their impact on international relations, and their lasting legacy on modern warfare.

The Forgotten War: How America’s Dark Chapter in the Philippines Shaped Modern History

A comprehensive examination of the Philippine-American War, its causes, major events, and lasting impact on both nations.

South America’s Deadliest War: How Paraguay Lost 60% of Its Population

The War of the Triple Alliance (1864-1870) devastated Paraguay, resulting in massive population loss and territorial concessions, marking it as South America's deadliest conflict.

Operation Northwoods: The Shocking Cold War Plot to Fabricate a War with Cuba

The shocking true story of Operation Northwoods, a 1962 proposed false flag operation by US military officials to justify war with Cuba through staged terrorist attacks on American citizens.

The Pastry War: How a Stolen Cake Almost Started World War Zero

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.

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