W European History
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Great Writers of the 19th Century
In: W European History (general)
The 19th century was a time of great social and intellectual change. Many new topics were discussed, such as the sufferings of the poor or cruelty in everyday life more...
Italian City-States of the Early Renaissance
In: Italian History
By: Lorri Brown
Italy has long been credited as the birthplace of the European Renaissance. However, during the early years of the Renaissance, much of Italy was at war. more...
The Great Exhibition and the Age of Inventions
In: W European History (general)
In the 19th century, machines were changing everyday life in many important ways. This led to a widespread craze for all kinds of machines and all things mechanical more...
19th Century Advances in Medicine
In: W European History (general)
In the 19th century, it was possible for whole families to die from diseases such as cholera, typhoid and smallpox and giving birth was a risk for both mother and child more...
Nazis Go on Trial in Nuremberg, Germany
In: German History
By: John Kirshon
German Chancellor Adolf Hitler and SS chief Heinrich Himmler had committed suicide earlier to avoid being captured and put on trial for their crimes during World War II. more...
King Christian IX of Denmark's Descendants
By: Emily Chauviere
King Christian IX of Denmark's descendants have sat on the thrones of eleven countries, and still rule Denmark, Great Britain, Norway, Belgium, Luxembourg, and Spain. more...
In: W European History (general)
In 1848, several revolutions broke out in Europe as despotic rulers were confronted with popular demands for liberal constitutions and more democratic government more...
The Early History of Christmas Cards
In: W European History (general)
By: John K. Davis
English entrepreneur Henry Cole commissioned John Collet Horsley to create the first Christmas card in 1843, not knowing that they would create a Christmas tradition. more...
The Foundations of Modern Science
In: W European History (general)
Between about 1550 and 1700, knowledge and understanding of the sciences underwent colossal upheavals as ideas sanctioned by the Christian Church were challenged more...
The Dangers of Ocean Exploration
In: W European History (general)
When Christopher Columbus set out in 1492 to seek a route to the riches of Asia, there was much that was misunderstood about the world and the seas outside Europe more...
