The White House âMysteryâ Meeting: Santa Anna meets Andrew Jackson, 1836-1837
The Texas Revolution beginning in the fall of 1835 achieved its goal of independence after defeating General Antonio Lopez de Santa Anna at the Battle of San Jacinto April 21, 1836.
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Every war is the result of stupidity – The Thoughts of Martial Philosopher Bruno Orozco LeĂłn
Bruno Orozco LeĂłn has been following the martial path for twenty seven years. The former bodyguard and security adviser is now an experienced martial artist and philosopher, the founder of CMBTVS Self Protection System. He shared with The History Avenue his thoughts on martial arts, history, war, writingâŚ
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Intense Colors and a Simple Broom: Early Soviet Propaganda Actions in the 1920s – Editorâs Commentary
Since Ancient Mesopotamia and Egypt, the rulers always tried to find new ways to communicate their message to their âtarget audience.â But, until the 20th century, this propaganda wasnât used in a measure like it was used by the totalitarian governments of the 20th century.
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Eric Bloodaxe (2): The Last King of Northumbriaâs Ouster from Norway
In the spring of 935 Haakon amassed a large force at Trondheim to battle Eric, and Eric attempted to do the same but realized âthe leading men left himâ to support his younger brother.
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Eric Bloodaxe (1): The Last King of Northumbriaâs Ouster from Norway
Eric âBloodaxeâ Haraldsson (c. 885-954), the last king of Northumbria â a realm the Vikings usurped after the invasion and conquest of much of England by the Great Heathen Army between the years 867 and 872AD, was one of Norwegian king Harald Fairhairâs many sons sired from nine wives.
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