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  • Battle of the Coral Sea
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  • May 2, 2025

    Battle of the Coral Sea

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  • January 16, 2024

    The Forbidden City

    The Forbidden City, located in Beijing, China, is a magnificent imperial palace complex that served as the home of Chinese emperors for over 500 years. With its stunning architecture, intricate designs, and vast courtyards, it is a symbol of China’s rich history and cultural heritage. Today, it is a popular tourist attraction, offering visitors a glimpse into the opulent lifestyle of the ancient Chinese rulers.

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  • Forbidden City
  • January 15, 2024

    The Bomber Mafia

    During WWI, leaders like Billy Mitchell foresaw airpower’s role in war. By WWII, advances in bombing technology helped the Allies drop 2.7 million tons of bombs, aiding in victory.

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  • Bomber Mafia
  • January 12, 2024

    The Life of Coyotes

    Coyotes, widespread in North America, are known for their adaptability and vocalizations. They hunt alone or in packs, have brief mating seasons, and can live up to 18 years in captivity.

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  • January 11, 2024

    Burning the Library of Alexandria

    The burning of the Library of Alexandria was a catastrophic event in ancient history. It resulted in the loss of countless irreplaceable manuscripts and knowledge from various civilizations. This tragic incident, believed to have occurred in 48 BC, is considered a significant setback for human progress and a symbol of the destruction of knowledge. The consequences of this act continue to be felt even today, as it forever altered the course of history.

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  • January 10, 2024

    The Caning of Charles Sumner

    Senator Charles Sumner was violently assaulted by Representative Preston Brooks in 1856. Sumner, an abolitionist, had delivered a speech criticizing pro-slavery forces. Brooks, a pro-slavery advocate, retaliated by brutally beating Sumner with a cane on the Senate floor. This incident further heightened tensions between the North and South, and became a symbol of the growing divide over the issue of slavery in the United States.

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  • Charles Sumner caned
  • January 9, 2024

    John Hancock

    John Hancock, born in 1737 Massachusetts, inherited a fortune and became one of New England’s richest men. As a Boston selectman, he opposed British taxes and participated in revolutionary activities, including the Boston Tea Party. He narrowly escaped arrest after Paul Revere’s ride. Elected president of the Continental Congress in 1775, he famously signed the Declaration of Independence.

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  • John Hancock headshot
  • January 8, 2024

    Blitzkrieg

    Blitzkrieg, meaning “lightning war” in German, was a military tactic used by the German forces during World War II. It involved a swift and overwhelming attack, combining air and ground forces to quickly penetrate enemy lines and disrupt their defenses. Blitzkrieg was characterized by its speed, surprise, and coordination, allowing the Germans to rapidly conquer large territories.

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  • Blitzkrieg