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.
Pilate questions Jesus, but refuses to condemn him and sends him to Herod.
The German naval ship, Wilhelm Gustloff, is full with civilians trying to escape the Soviet Army.
Even though the odds are against them, the people of Stalingrad overcome enormous hardships and hold out.
Tone's Society of United Irishmen wants to downplay religious differences, but is banned.
King John was among the worst Kings to rule England. He taxes his nobility to pay for battles. Those nobles finally take London by force to make the K...
Russia and the United States race to be the first into space.
After Columbus "discovers" some of the Caribbean islands, Spain claims them and the area becomes known as the "Spanish Main."
On June 19, 1885, the Statue of Liberty arrives at Bedloe’s Island (once known as a “pest house”). When she is put together again, the statue st...
The Sword of Stalingrad is presented to the Russian people by Winston Churchill to honor their suffering and heroism.
The Stalingrad people are recognized for their suffering and heroics and presented with tributes.
Shah Jahan builds one of India's symbols the Taj Mahalas a memorial for his favorite wife, Mumatz Mahal.
Fifty years ago, TV brings war into American homes; the death and horror increase protests. The Tet Offensive deals a harsh blow to South Vietnam and ...
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