Whether it's people, places or events which fuel "the news," the fabric of our lives is impacted by world events. This collection features stories from ancient to modern times.
In 1940, France surrenders to Germany and for the next four years Hitler's forcesoccupy two-thirds of France.
Hitler plans to turn Norway into an affiliated nation. By the 9th of June, 1940, Norway falls although resistance continues throughout WWII.
Wilberforce introduces a bill in Parliament to outlaw and end the slave trade.
Joan is found guilty but that is not enough for the English judge; he finds a devious way to make sure her sentence is burning at the stake.
Jesus is questioned and beaten at the house of Caiaphas.
Not content to be crown prince, or even Grand Prince, the teenage Ivan IV takes the title "Tsar."
The Armada moves slowly towards the English Channel in a crescent formation, while the British "race" ships harass the Spanish ships.
French people tire of unfair tax structures, royal overspending, and fighting long wars with England; they revolt against their monarchy in 1789.
With nearly everyone in the world cheering them on, the "Springboks" beat New Zealand's "All Blacks" to win the 1995 World Rugby Cup.
In the Garden of Gethsemane, Jesus prays not to die.
During Elizabeth's reign, England flourishes in many areas including arts, writing, naval exploration and land expansion.
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