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
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?
What Was France’s Biggest War? How One Conflict Wiped out a Generation of Men
With over 1 million French citizens dead, which conflict is regarded as the deadliest war that the nation has ever experienced?
How Sir Isaac Newton Predicted The World Will Change In 2060
Sir Isaac Newton predicted that the world would end in 2060, but never published these studies during his lifetime.
Who Really Settled Japan? The Ancient Mystery of the Jomon and Yayoi
DNA tests have revealed that Japan was originally settled by three main groups of people.
How the Samurai Rose from Mercenaries to Monarchs of Japan
A group of sword-carrying fighters called the samurai served as Japan’s warrior class. They emerged in the late Heian period.
What Are the 7 Principles of the Samurai?
The 7 key principles of the samurai were outlined in Nitobe Inazō's Bushido: The Soul of Japan in 1899.
Why Britain Risked Everything to Stop Napoleon’s Empire
Britain's war to stop Napoleon was a desperate gamble against total domination. Facing invasion and economic ruin, their strategy became one of survival.
How Men Were Actually Selected to Become Roman Gladiators
Roman gladiators were initially chosen from a selection of criminals, slaves, prisoners of war, but later expanded to include volunteers.
What Is the Japan Heian Period Known For?
The Heian period ran from 794 to 1185, and was known for significant cultural and religious advancements.
What Was Japan’s Nara Period Known For?
The Nara period was brief, yet it left a deep mark on Japan's early development.