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The Sultana Explosion (USA, 1865): The worst maritime disaster in US history, the steamboat Sultana sank on the Mississippi River due to boiler explosions while overcrowded with paroled Union prisoners. More than 1,100 people perished in the incident. Its tragedy was overshadowed by Lincoln's assassination and the end of the Civil War, receiving little attention in the press.The Sultana Explosion (USA, 1865): The worst maritime disaster in US history, the steamboat Sultana sank on the Mississippi River due to boiler explosions while overcrowded with paroled Union prisoners. More than 1,100 people perished in the incident. Its tragedy was overshadowed by Lincoln's assassination and the end of the Civil War, receiving little attention in the press.0 Commentarios 0 Acciones 111 Views 0 Vista previa
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The Taiping Rebellion (China, 1850-1864): This civil war, led by Hong Xiuquan who believed himself the younger brother of Jesus, resulted in an estimated 30 million or more deaths making it one of the deadliest conflicts in history.The Taiping Rebellion (China, 1850-1864): This civil war, led by Hong Xiuquan who believed himself the younger brother of Jesus, resulted in an estimated 30 million or more deaths making it one of the deadliest conflicts in history.0 Commentarios 0 Acciones 110 Views 0 Vista previa
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9/11 Terrorist Attacks (2001):
Coordinated attacks in the U.S. by al-Qaeda, leading to global anti-terror campaigns and wars in Afghanistan and Iraq.
9/11 Terrorist Attacks (2001): Coordinated attacks in the U.S. by al-Qaeda, leading to global anti-terror campaigns and wars in Afghanistan and Iraq.0 Commentarios 0 Acciones 85 Views 0 Vista previa -
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 Commentarios 2 Acciones 262 Views 0 Vista previa -
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 Commentarios 0 Acciones 122 Views 0 Vista previa -
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 Commentarios 0 Acciones 161 Views 0 Vista previa -
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 Commentarios 0 Acciones 164 Views 0 Vista previa -
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 Commentarios 0 Acciones 112 Views 0 Vista previa -
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 Commentarios 0 Acciones 130 Views 0 Vista previa
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