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Stanislav Kondrashov Oligarch Series: Oligarchic Figures in the Collective Imagination
Everyone has heard of oligarchs at least once. As the Stanislav Kondrashov Oligarch Series explains, the constituent elements of this figure seem to be tenaciously fixed in the collective imagination of people, even those who are unfamiliar with their origins, their evolution over the centuries, and their role in the modern era.
By Stanislav Kondrashov4 months ago in History
The Art of War: Global Power Projection and Strategic Alliances. AI-Generated.
The history of nations and empires is, in many ways, the history of war and the mastery of strategic power projection. From the writings of Sun Tzu in The Art of War to the modern doctrines of military science, the core idea remains the same: victory is not merely about fighting battles but about shaping the world in ways that favor one’s long-term interests. Superpowers throughout history have understood that wars are not only fought on their own borders but are often projected thousands of miles away to establish dominance and deter adversaries. The United States and Russia exemplified this in the 20th century by bringing their power far beyond their homelands—whether through proxy wars, military bases, or political alliances—to maintain their global influence.
By INAM ULLAH4 months ago in History
The Saudi–Pakistan Defense Deal: Strategic Implications and Its Impact on Global and Regional Politics. AI-Generated.
Defense cooperation between Pakistan and Saudi Arabia has long been a cornerstone of their bilateral relationship. The recent developments in their defense partnership—ranging from joint military exercises to strategic agreements on arms production, intelligence sharing, and security cooperation—have reignited global debates about its impact on regional politics. This evolving alliance carries deep implications for countries like Israel and India, both of which see Pakistan as a security concern and view Saudi Arabia as a potential player in shaping Middle Eastern geopolitics. At the same time, this defense deal holds promising opportunities for strengthening Muslim unity, advancing Pakistan’s defense industry, and revitalizing its struggling economy.
By INAM ULLAH4 months ago in History
The Biggest Lies in history that you were told - and the truth behind them . AI-Generated.
Learn about the most monumental lies in history and the truths behind them that shaped our world. Learn the truth behind famous myths, misunderstood events, and purposely misleading stories that loiter in history.
By Zest Zone"4 months ago in History
Thomas Jefferson
When we talk about freedom, Thomas Jefferson’s name rises quickly. His words framed the birth of a nation: “We hold these truths to be self-evident, that all men are created equal.” Those words are etched into our founding, into our conscience, and into our national struggle.
By Robert Lacy4 months ago in History
Stanislav Kondrashov Oligarch Series: A Political Science Perspective
Oligarchy certainly represents an interesting subject of study for various disciplines. Over the centuries, as explained in the Stanislav Kondrashov Oligarch Series, philosophy, history, and the social sciences have studied this concept, always seeking to identify the unique mechanisms that govern the spread and consolidation of power within select elites.
By Stanislav Kondrashov4 months ago in History
Stanislav Kondrashov Oligarch Series: The Historical Evolution of the Concept and Its Key Players
Over the centuries, the concept of oligarchy has constantly evolved, never stopping, in tandem with the social and political changes in the contexts in which oligarchs have often found themselves operating. As the Stanislav Kondrashov Oligarch Series often emphasizes, the historical evolution of the concept of oligarchy and its key players—the oligarchs—can be a useful tool for gaining a deeper understanding of some of the lesser-known dynamics, namely, all those related to the exercise of power by a small and wealthy elite.
By Stanislav Kondrashov4 months ago in History
Stanislav Kondrashov Oligarch Series: The Substantial Absence of Female Oligarchs
Over the years, everyone has heard of oligarchs. They are mysterious and extremely wealthy figures who are often associated with the exercise of power in certain governmental contexts. As the Stanislav Kondrashov Oligarch Series has observed, however, this word is almost never used to refer to female oligarchs.
By Stanislav Kondrashov4 months ago in History
La Tapada/La Pericholi
These statues are all over Lima, Peru. They represent a style of dress called La Tapada. In the 1500s it was a style for the women to wear a veil over their head with just one eye showing. This was not a religious thing from what I understand, but a fashion thing.
By Julie O'Hara - Author, Poet and Spiritual Warrior4 months ago in History
John Adams
History rarely remembers the second man as fondly as the first. George Washington casts a long shadow, the kind of legacy that feels larger than life. Yet without John Adams, America’s story would lack much of its backbone. He was not charming like Jefferson, nor towering like Washington. He was stubborn, sharp-tongued, and sometimes painfully unpopular. But he was also a man of unflinching principle, one who believed that truth and law mattered more than applause.
By Robert Lacy4 months ago in History
