About Mike Cohen
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
About Mike Cohen
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
Why King Philip IV Destroyed the Knights Templar
What were the unique circumstances that led Philip IV to disband the powerful Knights Templar, and how did he do it?
Why the British Empire Fought a War to Sell Opium in China
China’s disinterest in Western goods forced Britain to introduce toxic merchandise to facilitate trade.
10 Famous Quotes From Ancient History Everyone Should Know
Some of our most quotable sayings date back thousands of years to ancient Greece and Rome. But who said them, and what do they really mean?
How the Boshin War Ended Seven Centuries of Samurai Rule
In the latter half of the 19th century, a revolution was taking place in Japan where the old ways were being replaced.
What Hidden Terrors Lurked Inside the Lost Medieval Streets of Paris?
Paris was once a congested labyrinth of narrow streets, until the massive modernization of the 19th century.
What Were the Philosophical Aftershocks of the Devastating 1755 Lisbon Earthquake?
The devastation wrought by the 1755 Lisbon Earthquake changed how Europeans viewed and handled natural disasters.
How the Brutal End of the Paris Commune Shaped Modern France
With the effects still relevant today, the Paris Commune of 1871 had a lasting impact on the French nation.
How the 1688 Glorious Revolution Smashed the Divine Right of Kings
A turbulent series of events led to the abdication of James II and the accession of a Dutch person to the English throne.
Why Billions of People Are Still Ruled by Napoleon’s Code
Today, billions of people are governed mostly indirectly by Napoleon's Code as it successfully replaced chaotic, feudal laws.
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.