The sun beat down on Amritsar on April 13, 1919, a day etched forever in India’s collective memory. Thousands had gathered at Jallianwala Bagh, a walled …
While ancient history often focuses on grand empires and conquering heroes, it’s crucial to remember that civilizations bloom even in seemingly quiet corners of …
The 18th century saw a seismic shift in power dynamics within the Javanese archipelago as indigenous kingdoms grappled with the increasing influence of the …
The 2016 Amatrice earthquake, a devastating seismic event that struck central Italy on August 24th, 2016, serves as a stark reminder of the ongoing challenges …
Singara, a fortress city perched precariously on the banks of the Tigris River in northern Mesopotamia, witnessed one of the most decisive battles in the 4th …
The late 19th century saw a peculiar event unfold in the arid hinterlands of Bahia, Brazil – The Revolt of Canudos. This uprising, lasting from 1893 to 1897, …
Japan’s history is a tapestry woven with threads of emperors, samurai, shoguns, and – often forgotten – the power brokers who steered these figures from behind …
The 5th century AD marked a pivotal period in Southeast Asian history, witnessing the emergence of one of the most influential maritime empires the region had …
Nestled on the vibrant Malay peninsula, the state of Selangor was embroiled in a tumultuous period during the late 19th century. The Klang War, as it came to be …
