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I have a PhD in United States History and I am a legal refugee. I run a history wiki called DailyHistory.org and the blog Dailyhistoryblog.com.
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What were the causes of the Witch Craze in Europe, 1550-1700?
The early modern period in Europe is often characterized as a period of reason when great strides were made in science and culture. However, it was also a period of religious intolerance and mass hysteria, and this is exemplified in… Read More ›
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Why Did Babylon Collapse in the Late Bronze Age?
Among all of the great cities of the ancient world, Babylon has one of the longest and most storied histories. Slowing rising from an insignificant settlement in Bronze Age Mesopotamia, it grew until it became the home of conquerors, scholars,… Read More ›
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Hiroshima: Why America Dropped the Atomic Bomb – Book Review
Originally Published on Videri.org Ronald Takaki’s book Hiroshima: Why America Dropped the Bomb explores the decision-making process that led up to America’s use of nuclear weapons against Japan in World War II. A professor of Ethnic Studies at the University… Read More ›
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Black Sunday and the American Dust Bowl
From WereHistory.org by Mark F. Fernadez Just over eighty-three years ago, on April 14, 1935, residents of the Great Plains woke up to clear skies. As they headed to church on that Palm Sunday, they enjoyed fresh air and a… Read More ›
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What made Julius Caesar a great general?
Julius Caesar is widely regarded as one of the greatest commanders of all time. His campaigns and tactics have been studied and admired by soldiers since the ancient era. Among his admirers were Napoleon and Rommel. Many regard him as… Read More ›
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How Was Alaric Able to Sack Rome in AD 410?
Few scholars would argue that it would be hyperbole to say that the Visigoth sack of Rome in AD 410 was one of the true turning points in world history. For Rome, it was the first time that the city… Read More ›
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What was the impact of the military reforms of Marius on Rome?
The Roman general and politician Marius was one of the most important figures in the Roman Republic. He was a controversial figure during his lifetime, and his contributions have been fiercely debated since then. Many historians have argued that he… Read More ›
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How Were the Achaemenid Persians Able to Rule Such a Vast Empire?
The ancient Near East was the location of several impressive empires. From about 1500 until 1075 BC, Egypt’s New Kingdom spanned from the Levant (modern-day Israel and Lebanon) down through Egypt into most of Nubia (modern-day Sudan). The Assyrians then… Read More ›
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Revolutionary Deists: Early America’s Rational Infidels – Book Review
Kerry Walter’s book Revolutionary Deists: Early America’s Rational Infidels published by Prometheus Books focuses upon the period from 1725 to 1810 and the influence of deism on American society and its religious life. The main argument of the book is that deism… Read More ›
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How Historically Accurate is season 3 of The Last Kingdom?
Warning this article contains Spoilers!!! Read our previous articles on the historical accuracy for Season 1and Season 2 of The Last Kingdom. The TV series Last Kingdom, based on the Saxon Tales series written by Bernard Cornwell, continues for a third season, this time concentrating in… Read More ›
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How Historically Accurate is Season 2 of Last Kingdom?
Warning: This article contains spoilers!!!! Check out our summaries for Season 1and Season 3. The Last Kingdom is a historical-based series set in Anglo-Saxon England in the 9th century AD during a time of major Viking (Norse and Dane) invasions. Season 2 focuses… Read More ›
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How Historically Accurate is season 1 of The Last Kingdom?
This article contains spoilers!!!!! Check out our summaries for Season 2 and Season 3 The Last Kingdom is a popular television series recently released by the BBC and the show has strived to portray an accurate depiction of the time and reign of… Read More ›
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Why Did Ashoka Convert to Buddhism?
The conversion of the Mauryan Indian King Ashoka (ruled 272-231 BC) to Buddhism is rightfully viewed as a significant turning point in world history. Ashoka promoted the relatively new philosophy of Buddhism throughout his realm and allowed it to flourish,… Read More ›
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What were the consequences of Caesar’s assassination?
The assassination of Caesar was a turning point in the history of Rome, not only did it end the career of one of the most powerful Romans, but it also initiated a chain of events that… Read More ›
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What was the impact of the Dissolution of the Monasteries by Henry VIII on English Society?
During the English Reformation, Henry VIII suppressed or dissolved Catholic monasteries by Henry VIII throughout England. The dissolution of the monasteries was a process whereby religious foundations were dissolved and their property confiscated. This is one of the most important… Read More ›
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Why was Julius Caesar assassinated?
Julius Caesar was one of the best known and prominent figures of the ancient world. He was not only an extraordinary military commander but a cunning political leader. Caesar greatly expanded the Roman Empire, and his conquests changed the future… Read More ›
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The Bid to Save the Republican Party that Led to the Wounded Knee Massacre
From We’reHistory.org by Heather Cox Richardson On November 13, 1890, troops moved into South Dakota, a military movement that would result six weeks later in the Wounded Knee Massacre. The president sent soldiers to South Dakota, the largest movement… Read More ›
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Why did the Weimar Republic Collapse?
The Weimar Republic was Germany’s first experiment in democracy. It was founded after the aftermath of the German defeat in World War I. The Republic faced many challenges during its short life. It was undermined by right and left wing… Read More ›
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How did Julius Caesar rise to power?
Julius Caesar is one of the most famous leaders of the ancient world. His life and death are very well-known and still captivate people. He is not only one of the greatest generals who ever lived, but he who destroyed… Read More ›
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Why did the Alexander the Great’s Empire fracture after his death?
Alexander the Great (356-323 BC) was one of the greatest generals of all time, and his conquests and brief reign changed the history of the world. Once the great Macedonian had dreamt of a universal Empire that encompassed the known… Read More ›
