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The Historical Significance of the Debt Ceiling Deal: A Landmark in Economic Policy
In the realm of economic policy, few events have had a profound impact on the fiscal landscape as the Debt Ceiling Deal. This monumental agreement, reached after intense negotiations, has far-reaching implications for the financial stability of nations and has captured the attention of economists, policymakers, and citizens alike. In this article, we delve into…
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The Cold War: A Detailed Explanation of Soviet Union, Communism and World War II Impact
The Cold War was a period of geopolitical tension between Western and Eastern powers, led by the United States, that lasted from the end of World War II until the early 1990s. The Cold War’s origins can be traced back to the end of World War II, when the Allies defeated Germany and Japan. Under…
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The Russo-Japanese War: The First Modern Conflict Between an Asian and European Power
The Russo-Japanese War was a watershed moment in world history because it marked the first time in modern history that an Asian power defeated a European power. A dispute over control of the Korean Peninsula and Manchuria sparked the war, which lasted from 1904 to 1905. The conflict had a long-lasting impact on the region…
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The Tragedy of the Kamikaze: Japan’s Desperate Strategy in WWII
During World War II Japan faced mounting losses and despair as Allied forces approached the home islands. In a last-ditch attempt to turn the tide of the war, the Japanese military pursued a strategy of suicidal attacks by pilots that became known as kamikaze waves. These attacks caused considerable damage and casualties among Allied ships…
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How The Chinese – Taiwanese Conflict began
After Nancy Pelosi visited Taiwan, the situation between the island and the mainland began to escalate. However, where did it all start? Why is it that China is increasingly threatening to retake the island?
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How Siam Avoided Colonisation
The history of Thailand is a history known for its survival of colonisation. Thailand was one of the few countries not under the rule of an imperial European power. That makes this country indubitably inquisitive to explore. This article will mainly focus on her avoidance of colonisation. What measures did the Siamese take to keep…
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Kublai Khan’s Victorious Unification of the Yuan Dynasty
Chinese dynastic history is one of the most fascinating subjects to explore. It is a history sparked by wars, internal conflicts, expansion and unification. One of those captivating dynasties was the Yuan dynasty. A dynasty that started as a Mongol super-empire that swept through many parts of China, let alone Asia. Soon the Mongol empire…
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The Triumph and Decline of the Majapahit
Indonesia consisted of diverse dynasties and is home to different cultures. But if there is one kingdom that comes to mind that influenced the culture of Indonesia more than anything, it is the Majapahit. The majapahit is one of the most notable empires in Indonesian history. Today, the Majapahit is still seen as one of…
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Atrocities of Leopold II in the Congo: A Look at the Cruelty of Colonialism
Congo is a significant area in the centre of Africa. It had lived in isolation for centuries. However, the Congolese and the Europeans had not completely avoided contact with each other. The Portuguese traded continuously with this civilisation. Colonisation was never seen as an option to take over this region. It is not situated near the…
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How Nationalism Resulted in the Ottoman Collapse
Countries disappeared and countries were created. But how did nationalism affect the Ottoman Empire? What is nationalism? There are many events in recent times you could link with the creation of nationstates. The beginning of the French Revolution, World War I, World War II and the post-war period where the dismantling of the colonies happened.…
