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Does history really repeat itself, or can we learn from the mistakes of those who came before us? History provides a chronological, statistical, and cultural record of the events, people, and movements that have made an impact on humankind and the world at large throughout the ages.
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Attendees of Martin Luther King, Jr.’s Funeral
Find out who was who at Martin Luther King, Jr.’s funeral.
Charles III: A Life in Pictures
Scroll through the life of King Charles III.
What was Ulysses S. Grant’s policy regarding Reconstruction?
Grant signed the Fifteenth Amendment and helped squash the Ku Klux Klan.
Napoleon I
Napoleon I was a French general, first consul (1799?1804), and emperor of the French (1804?1814/15), one of the most celebrated...
Industrial Revolution
Industrial Revolution, in modern history, the process of change from an agrarian and handicraft economy to one dominated...
Julius Caesar
Julius Caesar was a celebrated Roman general and statesman, the conqueror of Gaul (58?50 bce), victor in the civil war of...
World War II
World War II, conflict that involved virtually every part of the world during the years 1939?45. The principal belligerents...

World History Quizzes

Kings, Queens, and More Quiz
Who was the last monarch of the house of Hanover? Who was the Sailor King? See if your head can wear the crown of knowledge...
World War II Quiz
Test your military intelligence.
Turkish and Ottoman History Quiz
Who was the first president of Turkey? Which Ottoman leader captured Constantinople? Find out what you know about the history...
Germany Across History Quiz
Germany’s landscape is nearly as varied as its long history. Test your knowledge of German history by taking this quiz.
How Much Do You Know About German History?
Do you know your Visigoths from your Ninety-five Theses? Prove it with this quiz.
Heroes, Rebels, and Killers
Which archbishop of Canterbury was burned at the stake for heresy? Who established the U.S. Federal Bureau of Investigation?...
Medieval History Quiz: Part One
The term Middle Ages refers to the period in European history from the fall of ancient Rome, in the 5th century, to the Renaissance....
Medieval History Quiz: Part Two
What was a ceorl in medieval England? In what year was the Magna Carta first granted? Test your knowledge of the Middle Ages,...
Medieval History Quiz: Part Three
Which medieval emperor had a problem at the “Field of Lies”? Which ruler of Egypt disappeared in 1021 and is revered by the...
Medieval History Quiz: Part Four
When did the first European trials for witchcraft occur? Who was the only Englishman to become pope? Use this quiz to test...
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Chile earthquake of 2010 Accidents & Disasters
Nature isn’t always peaceful and idyllic. Earthquakes, tsunamis, hurricanes, and other powerful natural phenomena can have devastating consequences on communities and regions throughout the world. But nature is far from the only instigator of large-scale misfortune; human-made disasters and tragedies, both accidental and intentional, can cause significant misery, damage, and loss of life.
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Louis XVI: execution by guillotine Age of Revolutions
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ancient Middle East The Ancient World
The modern world may look very different from the world that existed in the time of ancient civilizations, but our modern-day life continues to show the influence of cultures, traditions, ideas, and innovations from hundreds of years ago. Learn more about important historical civilizations, sites, people, and events.
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Livy Historians
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branches of the Medici family Historic Dynasties & Families
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David Livingstone. Global Exploration
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subcategory placeholder The Middle Ages
The Middle Ages comprise the period in European history that began with the collapse of Roman civilization in the 5th century CE and lasted until the dawn of the Renaissance in the 13th, 14th, or 15th century. This interval of time saw the development of the Gothic style of art and architecture, flying buttresses and all. It was also the era of the Crusades and of papal monarchy, and it was during this period that the idea of Europe as a distinct cultural unit emerged.
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Kemal Atatürk Military Leaders
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Kindertransport The Modern World
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Mississippian culture: Ocmulgee National Monument Prehistoric Age
The prehistoric age covers the millions of years that took place before human beings began to create written records of their life and of the world in which they lived. Archaeology and similar fields of study allow us to fill in the gaps and piece together an image of what life was like for our ancestors, including what kinds of flora and fauna they might have encountered.
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Pearl Harbor attack United States History
As with most nations, the history of the United States contains a number of twists and turns throughout the centuries, from the time of the English colonization of North America up to the modern-day America that we're familiar with. Learn more about the people, events, and movements that left an indelible mark in history and shaped the development of the United States as a nation.
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World War I Wars, Battles & Armed Conflicts
Wars, battles, and other domestic or international conflicts, whether armed or diplomatic, are often the outcome of a dispute over natural resources or a struggle for power, influence, and wealth. Major conflicts between nations, peoples, and political groups can end up shifting the cultural and political geography of the world and can also effect change, whether intentional or not, in societal values and the balance of power.
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