Apartheid in South Africa was a legally enforced practice of separating people according to race. This was a period in which the government favored whites over everybody else, especially black Africans. It has caused untold pain and suffering, leaving an indelible mark
The Ekumeku Movement — One of the longest-lasting and toughest battles against the Ekumeku occurred during the British colonization of Nigeria. A movement led by the Igbo subgroup known as the Anioma and their neighboring Igbo allies. What Triggered The Start Of
Pol Pot commanded the Khmer Rouge administration in Cambodia, which is now regarded as one of the scariest periods in modern history. Over 1.7 million people are thought to have died as a result of the unspeakable agony this ruthless regime inflicted
Long ago, talking about sex was a big secret. People didn’t talk about it openly. But things have changed a lot over time. Nowadays, schools teach us about sex. Let’s explore how this change happened and why it’s important. Where It All
The Space Race was a significant competition between the United States and the Soviet Union, which took place in the 20th century. It was a race to explore space better, and in this article, we will discuss the origins of the Space
Twenty individuals were executed for the “crime” of witchcraft at the Salem Witch Trials more than 300 years ago. The worst part? the Salem Witch Trials took place by “the law,” Being a witch, as defined by English law as possessing supernatural
Native Americans suffered and were forcibly removed from their homes, and the Trail of Tears is a painful reminder of this. With thousands of Native Americans being forcibly removed from their native lands during this forced migration that lasted from the early
The Underground Railroad was a secret way for enslaved Black people to escape from slavery in the 1800s. It wasn’t a real train or underground tunnel. Instead, it was a hidden network of paths and safe places where enslaved people could run
Friday marks the start of the 2023 Ashes series, with England aiming to win the famous urn for the first time since 2015. Many people see the match as the apex of test cricket, and the trophy, despite being small and modest,
Over 500 million species, or more than 99.9% of all species ever formed, are estimated to have perished throughout evolution. Only extinct species that have been somewhat well-known and died out since the 1800s are included in this list; it does not
A military war known as the Falklands War, commonly referred to as the Falklands War or Falklands Crisis, took place between April and June 1982. Argentina and the United Kingdom were at an undeclared war over the Falkland Islands, South Georgia, and the
The Vikings were known for their rich culture as well as their violent invasions on numerous lands. They also made some amazing discoveries, such as discovering Greenland. All of these incredible feats were performed by Viking leaders and monarchs. So, who were
The medieval period was characterized by intense violence and warfare, and a variety of lethal weapons were employed. Here are a few of the most lethal medieval weapons: 1. Knightly sword The phrase “knightly” or “arming sword” refers to a single-handed straight
One may say that art is a reflection of society. A lot of paintings express the thoughts and feelings of the artist or the cultural values of a certain community. It was difficult to pick just twenty iconic works of art because
Although a pirate’s life is filled with danger and adventure, it also has structure. Since the dawn of sailing, pirates have existed in the maritime world. The roles and responsibilities of a pirate in a pirate crew are just as varied as
Some medical cases are so bizarre that they appear to be straight out of a science fiction novel. The story of Adam Rainer, a dwarf who grew into a giant, is one such example. Adam Rainer was born in 1899 in Graz,
William Henry Hastie was the first African American to be appointed to the United States Court of Appeals. He was appointed by Franklin D. Roosevelt himself. Hastie was born on November 17, 1904, in Knoxville, Tennessee, but by 1925, he had already
