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Continents continued to shift and war went on even as people around the world celebrated.
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A Dutch pro-China group was secretly filled with anti-communist agents for decades.
Vlad the Impaler: The Bloodthirsty Truth Behind Dracula’s Namesake
Vlad III Dracula's reign looks monstrously cruel to today's eyes, but he was revered by his people.
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Get a handle on the decade of instability that changed France—and the world—for good.
8 Essential Texts About Napoleon Bonaparte and the Napoleonic Wars
Dive into some of history's greatest battles and the life of one its most famous generals.
Punk Rock and Politics Collide in 1970s East Germany
Punks destroyed their jeans, their shirts...and the power structures that surrounded them.
10 Fascinating Ghost Towns Around the World You Can Visit
Decaying buildings, sand-swept streets, and a sense of suspended time make these towns well worth a visit.
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Medieval battle was a bloody, vicious business. These battles changed the course of history.
