Nika Riots: History, Causes and Aftermath
Five years after ascending the throne of the Byzantine Empire, Justinian I (also known as Justinian the Great) did not only have to contend with the troubles brewing with Persia...
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Greatest Achievements of Justinian I
Born Petrus Sabbatius to Sabbatius and Vigilantia, Justinian I succeeded his uncle, Justin I, who had adopted and educated him. Justin admired the enthusiasm of his cousin and made him...
Herodotus: Life, Major Facts & Achievements
World History Edu presents a comprehensive introduction to the life, contributions and major accomplishments of Herodotus, the revered 5th-century BC Greek geographer, philosopher, and most importantly, historian. We also dive...
The myth of King Midas and his golden touch
We are all familiar with the English idiom the Midas touch, a term used to describe one’s ability to make every undertaking a successful one. This idiom originated from the...
Mehmed the Conqueror: 10 Major Achievements
Mehmed the Conqueror, also known as Fatih Sultan Mehmet, was the seventh Sultan of the Ottoman Empire who famously conquered Constantinople (modern-day Istanbul) in 1453. Then just 21 years of...