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World War I (1914–1918):
A major global conflict triggered by the assassination of Archduke Franz Ferdinand, involving many nations and reshaping Europe.
World War I (1914–1918): A major global conflict triggered by the assassination of Archduke Franz Ferdinand, involving many nations and reshaping Europe.0 Commenti 2 condivisioni 250 Views 0 AnteprimaEffettua l'accesso per mettere mi piace, condividere e commentare! -
The Abolition of Apartheid in South Africa (1994):
Ended decades of racial segregation, leading to the election of Nelson Mandela as president.
The Abolition of Apartheid in South Africa (1994): Ended decades of racial segregation, leading to the election of Nelson Mandela as president.0 Commenti 0 condivisioni 115 Views 0 Anteprima -
World War II (1939–1945)
A global conflict involving many nations, including the Allied Powers (e.g., the U.S., UK, USSR) and the Axis Powers (e.g., Germany, Italy, Japan). It led to over 70 million deaths, the Holocaust, and the use of atomic bombs on Hiroshima and Nagasaki.
World War II (1939–1945) A global conflict involving many nations, including the Allied Powers (e.g., the U.S., UK, USSR) and the Axis Powers (e.g., Germany, Italy, Japan). It led to over 70 million deaths, the Holocaust, and the use of atomic bombs on Hiroshima and Nagasaki.0 Commenti 0 condivisioni 153 Views 0 Anteprima -
The COVID-19 Pandemic (2019–present)
A global health crisis caused by the coronavirus (SARS-CoV-2), leading to millions of deaths, lockdowns, economic disruptions, and major changes in healthcare and daily life.
The COVID-19 Pandemic (2019–present) A global health crisis caused by the coronavirus (SARS-CoV-2), leading to millions of deaths, lockdowns, economic disruptions, and major changes in healthcare and daily life.0 Commenti 0 condivisioni 152 Views 0 Anteprima -
The Transatlantic Slave Trade (15th–19th centuries) – Forced migration and suffering of millions of Africans.
The Transatlantic Slave Trade (15th–19th centuries) – Forced migration and suffering of millions of Africans.0 Commenti 0 condivisioni 63 Views 0 Anteprima -
The French Revolution (1789) – Overthrew monarchy and changed European politics forever.The French Revolution (1789) – Overthrew monarchy and changed European politics forever.0 Commenti 0 condivisioni 74 Views 0 Anteprima
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The Signing of the Magna Carta (1215 CE) – A foundational document in English law and democracy.
The Signing of the Magna Carta (1215 CE) – A foundational document in English law and democracy.0 Commenti 0 condivisioni 145 Views 0 Anteprima -
The Fall of the Roman Empire (476 CE) – Marked the end of ancient Rome and the start of the Middle Ages.The Fall of the Roman Empire (476 CE) – Marked the end of ancient Rome and the start of the Middle Ages.0 Commenti 0 condivisioni 132 Views 0 Anteprima
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World War I (1914–1918) – A global conflict that reshaped many countries.World War I (1914–1918) – A global conflict that reshaped many countries.0 Commenti 0 condivisioni 150 Views 0 Anteprima
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Nigerian Independence (1960) – Nigeria gained freedom from British colonial rule on October 1st.
Nigerian Independence (1960) – Nigeria gained freedom from British colonial rule on October 1st.0 Commenti 0 condivisioni 151 Views 0 Anteprima -
6. Berlin Wall
Divided East & West Berlin from 1961 to 1989 — symbol of Cold War division.🌍 6. Berlin Wall Divided East & West Berlin from 1961 to 1989 — symbol of Cold War division.0 Commenti 0 condivisioni 124 Views 0 Anteprima -
Great Fire of London (1666)
Burned for 4 days, destroyed over 13,000 houses — but only 6 deaths recorded.🔥 Great Fire of London (1666) Burned for 4 days, destroyed over 13,000 houses — but only 6 deaths recorded.0 Commenti 0 condivisioni 124 Views 0 Anteprima -
The Shortest War in History Lasted Just 38 Minutes
Fact: The Anglo-Zanzibar War on August 27, 1896 between the British Empire and the Sultanate of Zanzibar is considered the shortest war in recorded history.
Details: It lasted between 38 to 45 minutes before the Sultan surrendered. The British bombarded the palace, and the conflict ended almost immediately.⚔️ The Shortest War in History Lasted Just 38 Minutes Fact: The Anglo-Zanzibar War on August 27, 1896 between the British Empire and the Sultanate of Zanzibar is considered the shortest war in recorded history. Details: It lasted between 38 to 45 minutes before the Sultan surrendered. The British bombarded the palace, and the conflict ended almost immediately.0 Commenti 0 condivisioni 107 Views 0 Anteprima -
The Library of Alexandria Was One of the Greatest Ancient Knowledge Centers
Fact: The Library of Alexandria in Egypt, founded around 300 BCE, was believed to contain up to 400,000 to 700,000 scrolls from all over the ancient world — including works from Greece, Persia, India, and Egypt.
What Happened? It was tragically destroyed by a series of fires and invasions, causing the loss of priceless knowledge that humanity has never recovered.
The Library of Alexandria Was One of the Greatest Ancient Knowledge Centers Fact: The Library of Alexandria in Egypt, founded around 300 BCE, was believed to contain up to 400,000 to 700,000 scrolls from all over the ancient world — including works from Greece, Persia, India, and Egypt. What Happened? It was tragically destroyed by a series of fires and invasions, causing the loss of priceless knowledge that humanity has never recovered.0 Commenti 0 condivisioni 126 Views 0 Anteprima
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