On May 29, 1935, the construction of the Hoover Dam was completed, marking a pivotal moment in the world of engineering. Located on the Colorado River between the U.S. states of Arizona and Nevada, the Hoover Dam was considered the largest concrete structure and the largest hydroelectric power plant in the world at the time….
The early 19th century was a period when the colonial ambitions of Europe’s great powers intensified. During this time, France’s ambitions to expand in North Africa became concrete with the invasion of Algeria. The landing at Sidi Ferruch, the first and most critical step in France’s colonization of Algeria, was not just a military operation…
In 14th century England, there was great chaos and social unrest. King Richard II’s government had imposed heavy taxes on the people to cover the costs of war. This led to widespread anger and dissatisfaction, especially among the peasants. This anger eventually transformed into a large-scale revolt under the leadership of Wat Tyler, targeting London…