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Nikola Tesla: The Tragic Genius Who Lit the World
Nikola Tesla was one of the greatest inventors and engineers of the late 19th and early 20th century. His innovations in electricity and radio technology helped usher in the modern electrical age. However, despite his brilliance and worldwide fame during his lifetime, Tesla died impoverished and somewhat insane in a New York hotel room. This article will summarize Tesla's major inventions and the tragic trajectory of his fascinating life.
By KWAO LEARNER WINFRED2 years ago in History
The Fall of Emperor Haile Selassie: How the "Lion of Judah" Lost His Throne
Emperor Haile Selassie I ruled Ethiopia for over 40 years, leading the country through monumental changes and leaving an indelible mark on its history. Revered by millions as the "Lion of Judah", Selassie was considered an iconic and visionary leader in his time. He brought Ethiopia onto the world stage, guiding it into the League of Nations and later the United Nations. Selassie also made Addis Ababa the vibrant center for the Organization of African Unity, known today as the African Union.
By KWAO LEARNER WINFRED2 years ago in History
Surviving the Unthinkable
Vesna Vulović's incredible survival story revolves around a plane explosion and a freefall that defied all odds. On January 26, 1972, Vesna, a Yugoslav flight attendant, found herself on JAT Flight 367, a McDonnell Douglas DC-9 aircraft. Little did she know that this routine flight would turn into a harrowing tale of survival.
By Kure Garba2 years ago in History
The Hidden Alliance
Long ago, in the ancient land of Egypt, a majestic civilization flourished. Among their many remarkable achievements, the Egyptian pyramids stood as a testament to their extraordinary architectural prowess. These colossal structures, shrouded in mystery and wonder, were believed to be the final resting places of the pharaohs. But what if there was more to their creation than meets the eye?
By Alhassan Iddrisu2 years ago in History
The Barbary Pirates
The Barbary Pirates, also known as the Barbary Corsairs or Ottoman Corsairs, were a group of North African pirates and privateers who operated along the Mediterranean coastline during the late 16th to the early 19th centuries. Infamous for their raids on European and American ships, the Barbary Pirates played a significant role in shaping the geopolitical landscape of their time.
By Stella omos 2 years ago in History
Mustafa Kemal Ataturk
Title: The Unyielding Legacy of Mustafa Kemal Atatürk In the annals of history, few figures have left as indelible a mark on a nation as Mustafa Kemal Atatürk did on Turkey. His story is one of resilience, vision, and unwavering determination, shaping a country's destiny and transforming its identity on the global stage.
By Khadijah Salia2 years ago in History
How America became a Superpower?
The United States, a formidable global force today, boasts an impressive military presence, boasting over 800 military bases and accounting for a significant 37% of the world's military spending. This dominance has positioned the U.S. as a leader in an intricate interconnected global system, fostering an era of unparalleled prosperity and notably low levels of conflict. However, to truly comprehend America's paramount role on the global stage and the reasons behind its pivotal status in world politics, we must journey back to the nation's origin—a time when America held no claims to being a global power.
By Shubham Bajaj2 years ago in History
Juliane Koepcke: The Miraculous Survival of a Plane Crash
In the annals of miraculous survival stories, the tale of Juliane Koepcke stands out as one of the most remarkable. On December 24, 1971, a commercial flight carrying 92 passengers and crew crashed over the Peruvian rainforest. Amidst the chaos and destruction, the 17-year-old German high school student emerged as the sole survivor, defying the odds in a harrowing ordeal that would capture the world's attention.
By Kure Garba2 years ago in History
Early Hominids Ate Just About Everything: The Real Paleo Diet
Simplicity and excessive neatness are prone to creep into reconstructions of human evolution. For instance, our ancestors might have stood on two legs to survey a field of tall grass or might have started speaking when they finally had something to say. The hypothetical food of our ancestors has also been oversimplified, much like the majority of our knowledge of early hominid behaviour.
By Francis Dami2 years ago in History
The Israel-Palestine conflict: a brief, simple history
The Israel-Palestine Conflict: Unraveling the Myths and History The Israel-Palestine conflict is often shrouded in misconceptions, with some falsely believing it to be an age-old feud rooted in religious hatred. In reality, this complex issue primarily revolves around two groups vying for the same land, a struggle that emerged just over a century ago in the early 1900s. At that time, the region we now refer to as Israel-Palestine was under Ottoman rule, encompassing a diverse population of Muslims, Christians, and a small Jewish minority, coexisting relatively peacefully.
By Shubham Bajaj2 years ago in History
