Events
Unveiling Operation Legacy: Rewriting Kenya's Hidden History
In 2009, a group of five Kenyan individuals embarked on a petition to the British Prime Minister's office, seeking reparation for human rights abuses endured during the 1950s, when Kenya was under British colonial rule. Despite their vivid accounts and physical scars, their testimonies were initially undermined due to the lack of documentary evidence. However, the subsequent discovery of thousands of secret files shed light on a widespread colonial British policy known as Operation Legacy. This policy involved the destruction or removal of incriminating documentation by British colonial officers in the years leading up to former colonies' independence.
By Henrik Leandro Laukholm Solli3 years ago in History
The Dark Legacy
The history of slave trade in Africa is a harrowing chapter that spans several centuries, leaving behind a profound impact on the continent and its people. From the 15th to the 19th century, millions of Africans were forcibly uprooted from their homelands, transported across treacherous seas, and subjected to a life of bondage and suffering in faraway lands. This article explores the origins, extent, and consequences of the transatlantic slave trade in Africa
By Yayoonedmund3 years ago in History
The Rise and Fall of the Mughal Empire: From Conquests to Colonial Rule
In 1526, Northern India witnessed a historic clash between Sultan Ibrahim Lodhi and the Central Asian prince, Zahiruddin Muhammad Babur. As the battle ensued, the Sultan deployed war elephants to quash the threat, but the startling explosions of Babur's cannons and muskets frightened the elephants, leading to the trampling of the Sultan's own army. This pivotal event marked the beginning of Babur's journey to establish the Mughal Empire—a prosperous and influential state that would shape the early modern world and house a significant portion of the global population.
By Henrik Leandro Laukholm Solli3 years ago in History
Epidemics
Ebola stands as one of the most deadly viruses known to humanity. If left untreated, it claims the lives of approximately half of those infected. Its transmission occurs through various bodily fluids, including blood and sweat. Even the deceased can spread the disease, often during their own funerals.
By Henrik Leandro Laukholm Solli3 years ago in History
The origin of Halloween
Halloween has gained popularity in recent years, particularly in major cities like Tokyo. Influenced by Western culture, Halloween festivities have become more prevalent, with themed parties, parades, and even costume contests taking place
By Yayoonedmund3 years ago in History
Navigating Life in the Philippines
Introduction: The Philippines, a nation known for its warm hospitality and vibrant culture, is currently grappling with a significant economic challenge: inflation. As prices continue to rise, the daily lives of Filipinos are being profoundly impacted. This article delves into the effects of inflation on various aspects of life in the Philippines and explores how individuals are navigating these challenging times.
By Emilio Flores3 years ago in History
My occupation in historical period
In the core of Victorian London, in the midst of the clamoring roads and gas-lit rear entryways, I wound up naturally introduced to a world boundlessly not quite the same as my own. It was 1850, and I was bound to explore a general public saturated with custom and unbending social orders. Be that as it may, what might my occupation be in this other verifiable period?
By LILADHAR JADHAV3 years ago in History
The 10 Most Enduring Myths in American History
The 10 Most Enduring Myths in American History Even the idea of "fake news" being a relatively new phenomenon is, well, fake news. Our country was founded on fake news, and our first president—well, first-ish, but we'll get to that later—had so much fake news written about him that he makes Trump look like an amateur. People are still claiming that Washington had wooden teeth. He actually had dentures made out of metal and ivory, and you can see the things on display at his home in Mount Vernon. But nope, the myth about his wooden teeth continues to endure two centuries later.
By Daniel B. Usang 3 years ago in History
Through Me you Were Made
Once upon a time, in a small coastal village, there lived a talented but eccentric sculptor named Alistair. Known for his ability to breathe life into his creations, Alistair had gained a reputation as a master artisan in the region. His sculptures were so lifelike and captivating that people often said it felt as though the statues possessed a soul.
By PHILIP Chinedu3 years ago in History
Girls Can Shoot Too. Content Warning.
The thundering of hooves faded just as fast as they came. When the dust around me settles, I see it all. Or well really, I see the absence of it all. The small farm my husband and I had carved out for ourselves in the valley… was gone.
By Samantha DeBates3 years ago in History
Threnody in Steam
Most people are unaware that Abraham Lincoln’s body was couriered by train over 1,654 miles, through 400 cities and 7 states. At each stop in the line, his body was put on display for people to come and pay their respects. On-hand through this ordeal was his son, Robert Todd Lincoln, often referred to as the “Prince of Rails”, even though he wasn’t fond of the adage.
By Veronica Coldiron3 years ago in History
