Estimates indicate that between 1 million and 1.25 million White Europeans were captured and enslaved by the Barbary Pirates, with some sources suggesting up to 1.5 million over the period from the 16th to the 19th centuries. Read further...
Research confirms that around 390,000 African slaves were imported directly to the United States through the transatlantic slave trade. This number reflects those brought directly from Africa, with the total slave population growing to about 4 million by 1860, primarily through natural increase. Read more...
Slavery has been a widespread practice across various cultures and periods, shaping economies and societies. It was not limited to any single region, with evidence from ancient Mesopotamia to modern times.
The story of how Great Britain (GB) became known as the United Kingdom (UK) is a complex tale woven through centuries of political unions, wars, and social transformations. This article reviews this historical narrative, highlighting the critical moments and underlying reasons for this significant evolution in nomenclature and national identity.
On November 22, 1963, President John F. Kennedy was assassinated while riding in a motorcade through Dealey Plaza in Dallas, Texas. His assassination left a lasting impact on American society, sparking a multitude of conspiracy theories and forever changing the course of history. Here is a very brief look at the main conspiracy theories.
The Highland Clearances represent a significant and tumultuous period in Scottish history, marked by the forced eviction of tenants from their homes in the Highlands and Islands.
The Highland Clearances, was a massive displacement of Gaelic-speaking people from their ancestral lands in Scotland during the late 18th and early 19th centuries. The event was a pivotal moment in Scottish history, marked by mass evictions, forced relocation, and widespread violence.
Review this little-known chapter of history, "Operation Unthinkable", and discover how Churchill's controversial 1945 strategy aimed to counter the new Soviet threat and reshape Europe.
While initially embraced as a progressive scientific movement, eugenics later became associated with coercive policies, forced sterilisations, and Nazi atrocities, leading to its widespread discrediting after World War II. However, it is live and well in the 21st cebtury...
The tale of the first Black samurai is intriguing and significant, intertwining themes of cultural exchange, historical migration, and the complexities of identity. This article delves into the life of Yasuke, a figure who not only broke racial boundaries but also left an indelible mark on Japanese history.
The Holodomor refers to the devastating famine that occurred in Soviet Ukraine from 1932 to 1933, resulting in the deaths of millions of Ukrainians. The famine is widely considered to be a result of the policies implemented by Joseph Stalin and the Soviet government.
Adolf Eichmann, a prominent figure in the Nazi regime, is best known for his role in the organisation of the logistics of the Final Solution. His actions and the subsequent trial that followed his capture have made him a focal point in discussions about the moral and legal implications of obedience to authority. His confession is included in this post.