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The history of the world describes the history of humanity as determined by the study of archaeological and written records. Ancient recorded history begins with the invention of writing. However, the roots of civilization reach back to the earliest introduction of primitive technology and culture.

World War I (1914-1918) had more than 70 million military personnel, including 60 million Europeans, were mobilized in one of the largest wars in history » View Historic Battles »
The Battle of Hastings was fought on 14 October 1066 between the Norman-French army of William and an English army under the Anglo-Saxon King Harold Godwinson » View Historic Battle »
The Napoleonic Wars (1803-1815) were a series of major conflicts pitting the French Empire and its allies, led by Napoleon I » View Historic Battle »
Battle of Shiroyama 城山の戦い (1877) was final battle of the Satsuma Rebellion, where the heavily outnumbered samurai made their last stand against Imperial Japanese Army troops » View Historic Battle »
The Siege of Dapur occurred as part of Ramesses II's campaign to suppress Galilee and conquer Syria in 1269 BC » View Historic Battle »
The American Civil War (1861-1865) was a civil war in the United States fought between the Union ("the North") and the Confederacy ("the South")

Wars are Guided by Strategy

A battle is a combat in warfare between two or more armed forces, or combatants. Battles can be fought on land, at sea and in the air. The number and quality of combatants and equipment, the skill of the commanders of each army, and the terrain advantages are among the most prominent factors.
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Begins with Invention of Writing

The history of the world describes the history of humanity as determined by the study of archaeological and written records. The roots of civilization reach back to the earliest introduction of primitive technology and culture.
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Sports are Governed by Rules

All forms of competitive games through casual or organized participation, aim to use, maintain or improve physical ability and skills while providing enjoyment to participants. Strive for fair play, courtesy toward teammates and opponents, ethical behaviour, integrity, and grace in victory or defeat.
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What is "Historic Battles of the World"?

Historic Battles of the World | Stories Preschool

A battle is a combat in warfare between two or more armed forces, or combatants. A war sometimes consists of many battles. Battles generally are well defined in duration, area, and force commitment. Wars and military campaigns are guided by strategy, whereas battles take place on a level of planning and execution known as operational mobility. German strategist Carl von Clausewitz stated that "the employment of battles ... to achieve the object of war" was the essence of strategy. More about "Historic Battles of the World" »

What is "Historic People of the World"?

Historic People of the World | Stories Preschool

A historical figure is a famous person in history, such as Alexander the Great, Abraham Lincoln, Washington, or Napoleon. The concept is generally used in the sense that the person really existed in the past, as opposed to being legendary. However, the legends that can grow up around historical figures may be hard to distinguish from fact. Sources are often incomplete and may be inaccurate, particularly those from early periods of history. Without a body of personal documents, the more subtle aspects of personality of a historical figure can only be deduced. More about "Historic People of the World" »

What is "Historic Timeline of the World"?

Historic Timeline of the World | Stories Preschool

The history of the world (or world history) describes the history of humanity (or human history) as determined by the study of archaeological and written records. Ancient recorded history begins with the invention of writing. However, the roots of civilization reach back to the earliest introduction of primitive technology and culture. More about "Historic Timeline of the World" »