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EUROPEAN HISTORY
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History of Europe

The history of Europe is the story of many different peoples and cultures. Some peoples lagged behind, while others surged far ahead in the development of social, intellectual, and political institutions and ideas. More »


The history of Europe is marked by countless battles and revolutions. Whether your curious about a particular war or are just curious about important battles, you'll find what you need in these informative articles.
We tend to idolize important figures and view history through the eyes of notable individuals. Learn about some of Europes most influential people in this channel.
As Europe re-imagined itself over the ages, its documents and treaties formed the basis of many modern political ideas. Explore important documents and treaties in this channel.
It became evident with the fall of Rome -- even the largest empires can fall, and Europe saw many of them come and go over the centuries. Learn about European empires here.
The histories of the individual European nations played a huge role in world history. Learn about European countries one-by-one in these informative articles.
It was a time of Kings, monumental battles, plagues and religious influence. Trace the history of this tumultuous time in these articles.
Our European glossary contains important terms that will help you understand the development of European history. Consult this channel to learn important terms.

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