The American Civil war was the bloodiest in the history of the United States. This includes all the wars and conflicts the American Military Force has involved themselves in, and believe me, the United States gets involved in a lot of them. From the First World War to the Second World War, and even countingContinue reading “The American Civil War: Reasons and Belligerents”
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A Brief Overview and History of POW
As long as the dawn of civilizations, there will always be a clash of beliefs. Should this clash be big enough, war is sure to follow, and when there is war, there will always be prisoners. As such, for as long as human conflict exists, so do prisoners. In fact, the first usage of theContinue reading “A Brief Overview and History of POW”
Evolutionary Economics and Africa
Next to Asia, Africa is the world’s second largest continent. It is also the second-most populous continent. As of 2018, it is home to 16% of the world’s total human population. In 2012, the median age for the whole continent was 19.7. Thus, its population is the youngest among the continents. Africa is home toContinue reading “Evolutionary Economics and Africa”
A Brief Briefing on Espionage
It is a well-known fact that prostitution is the world’s oldest profession, but what about the second? Well, there are a lot vying for that title; among them include politician (as said by former US President Ronald Reagan), press agents, quacks, con men, and, as Humorist Emma Bombeck called one of her books, motherhood. OneContinue reading “A Brief Briefing on Espionage”
Basic Elements of a Great Historical Fiction Novel
Historical fiction proves that literature and history go hand in hand. It is a popular book genre featuring wonderful and eye-opening stories, such as Mr. Crane’s historical fiction book, allowing readers to be moved, inspired, and informed. It also brings the readers back to a particular time and place where significant events occurred. Whether youContinue reading “Basic Elements of a Great Historical Fiction Novel”
Amazing Reads Under Historical Fiction
If you are a bookworm, then historical fiction might not be new to you. But if you are new to reading, then the phrase might not ring a bell. Historical fiction is a popular literary genre that features a tale set in the past, usually on an important period of time. In this genre, theContinue reading “Amazing Reads Under Historical Fiction”
War Memoirs: How they Influence the Way We Look at History
War Memoirs like Donut Hole by RC LeBeau and other war biographies impact how we view past armed conflicts and history as a whole. War is a significant part of human history. Throughout ages, war has shaped nations, the human psyche, and people. Kingdoms rose and fell because of wars. Countries have been united andContinue reading “War Memoirs: How they Influence the Way We Look at History”
Perks of Reading Historical Fiction Books
History and literature are two of the most significant things in life. The former is the account of the past events that happened in the lives of people while the latter is the way of life. When blended together, each of their remarkable aspects complements each other forming a wonderful whole. Thus, a literary genreContinue reading “Perks of Reading Historical Fiction Books”
The History of Poetry and its Influence on Humanity
Many scholars and scientists suggest that poetry is one of the earliest literary forms of expression developed by primitive human beings, second to cave paintings and engravings, which constitutes the oldest-known instances of visual presentation in the historical timeline of humanity’s artistic evolution. When early humans discovered that they were able to portray and communicateContinue reading “The History of Poetry and its Influence on Humanity”
Civil War: Its Causes and Outbreak
The Civil War was considered as the bloodiest war in the history of America. It was also known to be the most alienating battle that took place in the US after denting the Union Army in opposition to the Confederate States of America. This bloody battle caused thousands of deaths, 620,000, and millions of injuriesContinue reading “Civil War: Its Causes and Outbreak”
Oliver’s Twist 