Mike is Bachelor of Arts History graduate from the University of Leeds. As a historian, he loves to write about historical figures and events, especially those that continue to influence the modern world.
Education
BA History — University of Leeds, 2021
Areas of Expertise
How the Genpei War Shattered Courtly Japan and Birthed the Samurai
The Genpei War was a civil conflict between the Taira and Minamoto clans, and led to the first military dictatorship in Japan.
How the Three Glorious Days of 1830 Destroyed the Bourbon Dynasty
The Three Glorious Days of 1830 led to angry citizens, students, and workers erecting barricades in a bid to overthrow the oppressive King Charles X.
How Did Louis XIV Use the Palace of Versailles to Control French Nobles?
In the 17th Century, King Louis XIV decided to move his entire government to the quiet countryside. It was a calculated move.
What Was the Real Manpower of a Roman Legion Throughout History?
The size of the legion varied quite drastically throughout the course of Rome’s long history.
Why Did the Maginot Line Fail to Stop the 1940 Invasion of France?
Touted as being impenetrable, the technical brilliance of the Maginot Line was swiftly defeated by German ingenuity.
Were There Any Foreign-Born Samurai in Japan?
Becoming a samurai was not easy, especially for those born outside of Japan.
Why Did the Mongol Invasions of Japan Fail in the 13th Century?
The Mongol Empire was an unstoppable force in the 13th century, but its army suddenly crashed after reaching the islands of Japan.
Did World War I or II Have the Most Injuries?
Both massive and brutal, the world wars took a huge toll on human life, but which one left more people maimed?
Why Did Japan Abolish the Samurai Class During the Meiji Restoration?
Samurai ruled Japan for hundreds of years, but in the 19th century, major changes led to their dissolution.
What Happened After Alexander the Great’s Death?
Alexander the Great built a grand empire, but it fell apart after his death. Discover what happened after Alexander the Great's death.
Why Did Japan Cut Itself Off From the Rest of the World for Over 200 Years?
For over two centuries, the isolationist policy of Sakoku defined the nature of Japan’s foreign policy.
Why Did the French People Abandon Napoleon in 1814?
A beloved and powerful leader of France, why did Napoleon Bonaparte lose favor?