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From empires to modern unions, explore European history's pivotal events that shaped a continent rich in heritage, culture, and global impact.
Napoleon Bonaparte and the Duke of Wellington were two of the greatest military leaders of the 19th century. But who was the better man?
In the Soviet Union, political repression was a tactic to extinguish real and imaginary enemies and to eliminate political opponents.
Lebensraum—or “living space”—was a critical part of Nazi ideology that justified its territorial expansionism through war efforts and racial policy.
Discover the history of the French monarchy from the accession of Henri IV Bourbon in 1589 to the execution of Louis XVI in 1793.
If you know Swan Lake, you’ve probably heard of the Bolshoi Ballet. From tsarist stars to Soviet defectors, discover these famous Russian & Soviet dancers who influenced ballet.
The Bolshoi Ballet is famous for its high art form. Through war, revolution, and scandal, it has entertained tsars, dictators, and audiences worldwide.
During the first half of the 16th century, Emperor Charles V inherited a large empire and spent his life trying to hold on to it.
Anne Frank, a young Jewish girl, documented her life in hiding from Nazi persecution. After WWII, she became an international symbol of the Holocaust.