Tag #History

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Failed 24-Hour Union Between Tunisia and Libya in 1974

On January 12, 1974, a union between Tunisia and Libya, declared as the "Islamic Arab Republic," dissolved within 24 hours due to Tunisian President Habib Bourguiba's distrust of Libyan leader Muammar Gaddafi, adding to a history of unsuccessful Arab unification attempts.

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Auschwitz Exhibition: Artifacts and Architecture Tell a Story of Genocide

The Royal Ontario Museum's Auschwitz exhibition uses over 500 original artifacts, including personal belongings and camp structures, to tell the story of the death camp, avoiding graphic imagery but emphasizing the systematic nature of the genocide.

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National Mall to Get First Monument Dedicated to Women's History

On January 4th, 2024, President Biden signed H.R. 1318 into law, authorizing the first monument dedicated to women's history on the National Mall following a five-year effort by the Women's Suffrage National Monument Foundation and overcoming initial congressional pushback.

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Timelessness and Timeliness: The Interplay of Present and Past in Human Action

This article examines the interplay of linear and timeless perspectives on time, using Wittgenstein's concept of 'timelessness' found in the present moment and highlighting its importance in various professions and life choices, emphasizing the importance of both immediate action and historical awar...

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Carter to Receive State Funeral in Washington D.C.

Former President Jimmy Carter, who died on December 29th at age 100, will lie in state at the Capitol in Washington D.C. from Tuesday to Wednesday, followed by a state funeral at the Washington National Cathedral on Thursday with President Biden giving a eulogy; unique elements such as a stop at the...

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Graphic Novel Adaptation Enhances Understanding of Franco's Dictatorship

José Pablo García's graphic novel adaptation of Paul Preston's "Franco: Caudillo de España" uses impactful visuals to translate the academic text into an emotionally resonant narrative, enhancing understanding of the Franco dictatorship and showcasing the potential of graphic novels in historical an...

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Prabowo's Role in Revoking Decree Accusing Sukarno of Treason

Megawati Soekarnoputri thanked President Prabowo Subianto for his role in the revocation of the 1967 decree that accused Sukarno of treason, following a formal request from the MPR leadership, clearing Sukarno's name and addressing a long-standing historical injustice.

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Ken Burns' "American Revolution" Documentary Premieres on PBS

Ken Burns' six-part, 12-hour documentary, "The American Revolution," premieres on PBS November 16-21, 2025, offering a nuanced look at the war's complexities, including its impact on Native Americans and slavery, and its lasting influence on global democracy.

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Panama Canal Transfer: End of an Era

On December 31, 1999, the United States transferred control of the Panama Canal to Panama, ending a century of US control and fulfilling a long-standing Panamanian aspiration, following decades of protests and negotiations.

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Death of Jean-Marie Le Pen: End of an Era for French Far-Right

Jean-Marie Le Pen, founder of France's National Front, died recently; his half-century career was marked by far-right politics, controversial statements about the Holocaust and colonial-era torture, and a complex family life rife with conflict and political division.

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Ten Diverse Books Reflect Societal Shifts and Intellectual Inquiries

Ten books covering sociology, history, art, and medicine are reviewed, exploring themes such as the erosion of faith in progress, climate change perception, and gender inequality in healthcare; one review focuses on the political activism of Thomas Mann.

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Amsterdam Writer's Research Exposes GVB's Role in Holocaust

Amsterdam-based writer Guus Luijters, who died at 81, dedicated his life to uncovering the GVB's role in transporting Jewish Amsterdammers to their deaths during WWII, documenting the names and death dates of all murdered Jewish, Roma, and Sinti children in his book "In Memoriam.

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