DECIPHERED HISTORY
DECIPHERED HISTORY
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ROLLO: FROM VIKING TO FOUNDER OF NORMANDY
Rollo of Normandy, an enigmatic figure in European medieval history, embodies the transformation from a feared Viking chieftain to a respected ruler and founder of an influential dynasty. Born around 860 AD, Rollo initially gained notoriety as a Viking leader who conducted raids in the Kingdom of West Francia. However, his life took an unexpected turn when, in 911, he accepted an agreement with the Frankish king Charles the Simple, who granted him lands in exchange for protection against future Viking attacks. This agreement not only marked the end of Viking invasions in the region but also laid the foundations for the establishment of Normandy.
Rollo's legacy extends far beyond his conver...
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THE ASSYRIAN EMPIRE: RISE AND FALL OF A GREAT CIVILIZATION
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The Assyrians were an ancient Semitic civilization that inhabited the region of Mesopotamia, in present-day northern Iraq. Originating from the city of Assur, which served as a religious and political center, they emerged as a significant power around the second millennium BCE. The Assyrian Empire is known for its advanced military structure and efficient administrative organization, which allo...
BALDWIN - THE LAST BASTION AGAINST SALADIN - GREAT PERSONALITIES IN HISTORY
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Baldwin IV was King of Jerusalem from 1174 to 1185, during a critical period of the Crusades. He ascended to the throne at 13 years old, already suffering from leprosy, a disease that had afflicted him since childhood. Despite his debilitating condition, Baldwin proved to be a capable and courageous leader. During his reign, Baldwin faced the growing threat of Sultan Saladin, who sought to unif...
THE PRINCE OF DARKNESS: THE TRUE STORY OF VLAD
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Vlad III, known as Vlad the Impaler, was a 15th-century ruler of Wallachia whose reputation for cruelty inspired the legend of Count Dracula. Born in 1431, Vlad grew up in an environment of political conflicts and constant wars. His childhood was marked by traumatic events, including being held hostage by the Ottomans and the brutal murder of his father and elder brother. Upon assuming the thro...
PHOENICIANS: MASTERS OF MARITIME TRADE
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Phoenicia was a remarkable civilization that flourished along the Levantine coast in the Eastern Mediterranean. Composed of independent city-states such as Tyre, Sidon, and Byblos, the Phoenicians excelled as masters of maritime trade and cultural innovators. Their skill in navigation, shipbuilding, and production of valuable goods, such as the famous purple dye, allowed them to dominate Medite...
CONSTANTINE THE GREAT: THE EMPEROR WHO CHANGED ROME'S DESTINY! - GREAT PERSONALITIES IN HISTORY
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Constantine the Great ruled the Roman Empire from 306 to 337 AD, unifying a divided empire and transferring the capital to Constantinople. He was an effective military leader and strategist, excelling in the Battle of the Milvian Bridge, where, after a divine vision, he adopted Christianity and defeated Maxentius. His victory not only consolidated his power but also marked the beginning of the ...
MAYAS: GUARDIANS OF TIME AND NATURE - ANCIENT CIVILIZATIONS
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In the heart of the dense jungles of Central America, the Mayas built a civilization that continues to fascinate and intrigue the world. Although often considered a mystery wrapped in legends, their legacy goes far beyond the ruins of abandoned cities. Deeply believing in the cyclical nature of life, the Mayas developed a rich cosmology that influenced all aspects of their society, including ar...
PELOPONNESIAN WAR - THE WAR THAT DEFINED AN ERA
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The Peloponnesian War was an epic conflict between Athens and Sparta, occurring in two main phases between the 5th and 4th centuries BC. This confrontation not only shaped the course of Ancient Greece, but also profoundly influenced subsequent military and political history. Started due to the rivalry between the emerging powers of Athens, with its powerful naval fleet, and Sparta, known for it...
HAMMURABI AND THE EMERGENCE OF WRITTEN LAW
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Hammurabi was an influential leader of the First Amorite Dynasty of Babylon, known for his pioneering code of laws and his skills as a ruler and military strategist. He unified Mesopotamia through diplomatic alliances and military conquests, expanding his kingdom and improving the lives of his subjects. His legacy endures as a milestone in the history of law and governance in antiquity #Hammura...
NEBUCADNEZAR II: THE GREATEST KING OF BABYLON - GREAT PERSONALITIES OF HISTORY
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Nebuchadnezzar II, known as the greatest king of ancient Babylon, rose to power during the Neo-Babylonian Empire, succeeding his father Nabopolassar. Under his reign, Babylon reached its zenith as a military and cultural powerhouse, renowned for its territorial conquests and monumental projects like the Hanging Gardens and the reconstruction of the Etemenanki. However, his figure is polarized: ...
THE CHILDREN OF THE SUN: THE RISE AND GLORY OF THE INCAS
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The Inca civilization flourished in ancient Peru between the years 1400 and 1533 CE, extending their empire across western South America. Known for their art, architecture, and impressive adaptation of natural landscapes, the Incas built great works such as Machu Picchu. Their society was well-structured, with an absolute ruler, the Sapa Inca, and a hierarchy of local and regional administrator...
THE RISE AND FALL OF THE FRANKS: FROM BARBARIANS TO CHARLEMAGNE'S EMPIRE
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The Franks, a Germanic people originating from the lower Rhine River, played a crucial role in shaping medieval Europe. Initially considered barbarians by the Romans, they gradually integrated into the Roman Empire, first as mercenaries and later as allies. After the fall of Rome, the Franks, led by the Merovingian dynasty and later by the Carolingian dynasty, established a powerful kingdom tha...
RAMSES II: THE PHARAOH WHO SHAPED ANCIENT EGYPT
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Ramesses II, also known as Ramesses the Great, was one of the most powerful and influential pharaohs of Ancient Egypt. He ruled during the New Kingdom period, from around 1279 to 1213 BCE, in an era of great prosperity and territorial expansion. His 66-year reign was marked by military conquests, monumental constructions, and cultural advancements that solidified his reputation as one of the gr...
FROM ZENITH TO DECLINE: THE SAGA OF THE HITTITE EMPIRE IN ANTIQUITY
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The Hittite Empire was a powerful civilization that flourished in ancient Anatolia (modern-day Turkey) between approximately 1700 and 1200 BC. Originating from an Indo-European people who settled in the region previously dominated by the Hattians, the Hittites built a vast empire that, at its peak, rivaled Egypt in power and influence. The empire reached its zenith under the reigns of Suppiluli...
FROM THE STEPPES TO BABYLON: THE RISE OF CYRUS II OF PERSIA
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Cyrus the Great was one of the most remarkable conquerors and statesmen of Antiquity. As king of Anshan and founder of the Achaemenid Empire, he unified much of the Middle East through successful military campaigns against powerful kingdoms such as Media, Lydia, and Babylon. His rise to power began with a rebellion against his Median lord Astyages and culminated in the conquest of Babylon and t...
THE MOST FEARED SECRET SECTS IN HISTORY
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THE MOST FEARED SECRET SECTS IN HISTORY
THE HUNDRED YEARS' WAR: AN EPIC CONFLICT BETWEEN FRANCE AND ENGLAND
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THE HUNDRED YEARS' WAR: AN EPIC CONFLICT BETWEEN FRANCE AND ENGLAND
GLADIATORS: HEROES OR VICTIMS OF ANCIENT ROME?
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GLADIATORS: HEROES OR VICTIMS OF ANCIENT ROME?
VIKINGS: SAILORS, WARRIORS AND MERCHANTS OF THE SEA
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VIKINGS: SAILORS, WARRIORS AND MERCHANTS OF THE SEA
THE DELPHIC ORACLE: RISE AND DECLINE OF A RELIGIOUS ICON - ANCIENT GREECE
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THE DELPHIC ORACLE: RISE AND DECLINE OF A RELIGIOUS ICON - ANCIENT GREECE
THE JOURNEY OF THE GERMANIC TRIBES: WARRIORS, MIGRATIONS, AND THE DECLINE OF ROME
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THE JOURNEY OF THE GERMANIC TRIBES: WARRIORS, MIGRATIONS, AND THE DECLINE OF ROME
SUMERIA: THE CRADLE OF CIVILIZATIONS
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SUMERIA: THE CRADLE OF CIVILIZATIONS
THE RISE AND FALL OF THE KNIGHTS TEMPLAR
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THE RISE AND FALL OF THE KNIGHTS TEMPLAR
GENGHIS KHAN - GREAT PERSONALITIES IN HISTORY
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GENGHIS KHAN - GREAT PERSONALITIES IN HISTORY
THE 7 WONDERS OF THE ANCIENT WORLD - HISTORICAL CURIOSITIES
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THE 7 WONDERS OF THE ANCIENT WORLD - HISTORICAL CURIOSITIES
JULIUS CAESAR - THE LEGENDARY ROMAN GENERAL
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JULIUS CAESAR - THE LEGENDARY ROMAN GENERAL
NERO AND THE FIRE THAT DEVASTATED ROME
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NERO AND THE FIRE THAT DEVASTATED ROME
HANNIBAL BARCA - THE GENERAL WHO HUMILIATED ROME - GREAT PERSONALITIES IN HISTORY
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HANNIBAL BARCA - THE GENERAL WHO HUMILIATED ROME - GREAT PERSONALITIES IN HISTORY
ATILA - THE SCOURGE OF GOD - GREAT PERSONALITIES OF HISTORY
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ATILA - THE SCOURGE OF GOD - GREAT PERSONALITIES OF HISTORY
AUGUSTUS - THE FOUNDER OF ROME - GREAT PERSONALITIES OF HISTORY
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AUGUSTUS - THE FOUNDER OF ROME - GREAT PERSONALITIES OF HISTORY