Category: History
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USA: Isolationism
Key Points Historical Overview U.S. isolationism began with the nation’s founding, emphasizing non-involvement in foreign conflicts, as seen in George Washington’s Farewell Address (American Isolationism in the 1930s). It peaked in the 1920s and 1930s, with policies like the Neutrality Acts reflecting a focus on domestic issues during the Great Depression. This stance shifted after…
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History: Pre-Civilisation
I. Introduction: Setting the Stage for Humanity’s Deep History (200,000 BCE – 5000 BCE) The narrative of human history extends far beyond the advent of recorded events, stretching back into the vast epochs of prehistory. This report delves into a critical period of this deep history, spanning from approximately 200,000 BCE to 5000 BCE. This…
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History: The Ides of March
The Ides of March—March 15, 44 BCE—stands as one of history’s most infamous dates, immortalized by the brutal assassination of Julius Caesar. Far from a mere historical footnote, this event is a cauldron of controversy, simmering with questions about power, betrayal, and the ethics of political violence. Was Caesar a tyrant who deserved his fate,…