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John Holbo at Crooked Timberreprisesa debate whichraged 7 years ago when a book called Liberal Fascism was published. His take focuses on Germany but mine puts more weight on Italy. I think the issue is kind of obvious, but it's always good to have an excuse to pontificate on matters historical. [Edit 5/5/15: This blogpost
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I've always loved Alternate History, and for years now one of my hobbies has been making maps of some of the scenarios I envision. It's a fun way to think about history, plotting out the "What Ifs" and potential twists and turns. Collected here are some of the maps I've made, along with brief explanations...
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[AI summary] This text provides a detailed overview of various historical events and their interconnectedness, focusing on the period leading up to World War I. It discusses Admiral Jackie Fisher's role in the British Royal Navy, the tensions between the British and French navies, the impact of the Russo-Japanese War on Russian domestic politics and the subsequent 1905 Revolution, the Italian invasion of Libya and its implications for the Balkans, and the broader context of European imperialism and militarism. The narrative highlights how these events contributed to the complex web of alliances, rivalries, and tensions that eventually led to the outbreak of World War I.
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For decades, ancient Rome has been associated in the popular imagination with orgies. Indeed, perhaps the very first thing most people think of when they hear the words "ancient Rome" are Roman orgies. The problem is that there is no good evidence that orgies were ever at all common in ancient Rome. In fact, we ... Continue reading "Why "Roman Orgies" Weren't Really a Thing"
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