I read. It has been one of my life’s great pleasures. I enjoy reading what others have written, in whatever form they wrote. Most such writings are typed out, in magazines and books, and even on computer screens. Lately, however, I find that I grow weary from reading. The reading i...
For example, if you take Russia, the 21st century began with Putin’s Russia going into Chechnya, then invading Georgia, then seizing Crimea and so on. I guess Putin thought to himself: “Well, if I could do all these things and was able to do so without any accountability, why should...
he did not want Stalin in control of formerly democratic nations. However, geopolitics required further cooperation with his unlikely ally, and Churchill met Roosevelt for the last time in Stalin’s domain—Yalta in the Crimea, in February
Although the invasion was condemned throughout much of the world, Russia continues to claim that Crimea is rightfully theirs. This was the first step in Vladimir Putin’s plan to regain Ukraine in his quest to restore the Russian Empire. Step two was the rise of pro-Russian paramilitary ...
Through the Looking Glass – An Adventure in Crimea November 27, 2016 Bakhchisaray – The Former Capital of the Crimean Khanate We’ve all had that nagging moment when you know something just isn’t quite right. I had this feeling when we made the decision to explore the greater part of...
This fantastic bundle includes everything you need to know aboutMary Seacoleacross 24 in-depth pages. These ready-to-useworksheets are perfect for teaching kids about Mary Seacole. Mary Seacoleemerged as a successful entrepreneur who attained significant renown during her lifetime. Today, she is re...
As the head of Ukraine’s special forces, Katya’s father was busily attempting to wrest Crimea back from the grasping hands of imperial-revivalist Putin and his nationalist agenda. Her brother too, was an active soldier in the fight for an independent Ukraine.As a result, the entire family...
EU membership, Crimea and now a security service HQ? What won’t be taken from Ukraine? Dibs on the non scary parts! Really? “Just like” it? Are you sure this time? Cause we should call a press conference or something, like all those other times. ...
Russian strike on Kyiv kills 9 in biggest attack on Ukrainian capital since last summer Vatican keeps St. Peter's open all night for public viewing of Pope Francis due to strong turnout Crimea is a focus of discussions to end Russia's war in Ukraine. Here's why it's so coveted News...
The Red Army vanquished the final remnants of the White Army in Crimea in November 1920. Between the Red Terror, the Russian Civil War, and the resulting famines due to War Communism, an estimated 1.5 million combatants and 8 million civilians died during this period.124 ...