The 1904 Dogger Bank Incident, where the Russian Navy mistakenly attacked British trawlers, led to an international crisis and exposed the dangers of military paranoia.
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In 1978 a Soviet reconnaissance satellite, Kosmos 965 met a dramatic end. Re-entering Earth’s atmosphere…
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In various historical contexts, individuals have reshaped the course of events by disregarding authoritative commands.…
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Many have heard of the tragedy that befell the group of mountaineers who headed up…
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When studying history one of the first things you’re taught is to check your sources.…
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The ability to fly at supersonic speeds or faster than the speed of sound (known…
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In war, technology can make all the difference when it comes to who wins and…
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Long after his death, Joseph Stalin, leader of the Soviet Union from 1924 until 1953,…
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Hemophilia, an uncommon blood clotting disorder, quietly made its mark in history, secretly coursing through…
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The Cold War dominated the 20th century. Between 1947 and 1991, 44 years and nine…
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Rasputin, the enigmatic figure from Russian history, holds a fascination that goes beyond the common…
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It is December 1916 and Romania is in a bit of a pickle. World War…
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The 18th century in Russia is known as “the era of palace coups,” and it…
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One of the best parts of a James Bond film is when Agent 007 receives…
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For centuries rumors had circled around a strange substance, known enigmatically as “Red Mercury.” While…