Tag: war
When Crocodiles Massacred Japanese Soldiers During WWII
It was February 1945 in the mangrove morasses of Ramree Island along the coast of Burma. It was here where a dark page of World War II was written. When Japanese soldiers…
Origins of the Cold War & Its Shadows on Modern Geopolitics
The Cold War was a tactical battle between two superpowers with bold ambitions of the globe’s future. Born out of World War II, this decades-long tension between the United States and the…
How One War Rewrote the English Language
On the crisp autumn day of October 14, 1066, a pivotal war unfolded in southern England. One that forever altered the course of English history, and also language. Picture this scene: William…
This Place Near Iran Affects World Oil Prices – From History to Consequences
There’s this narrow but vital place of water near Iran that has witnessed millennia of world maritime trade, diplomatic gambits and geopolitical rivalries. Stretching between the Persian Gulf and the Gulf of…
Not Only Trump: History of President F-Bombs & Profanity – From Lincoln to Biden
WARNING: This article contains strong vulgarity and unbiased facts. We strongly advise to either turn away if you’re sensitive, or to enjoy with amusement if you don’t mind. For those who don’t…
Of War & Hope: Lessons From History For Israel & Iran
Once again history repeats itself. The Middle East finds itself in the grip of a catastrophic conflict, with recent missile exchanges between Israel and Iran inflicting devastating losses. Recent missile strikes, including…