This volume provides a detailed chronological record of political, social, and economic developments in the Soviet Union during the pivotal year of 1989. Compiled from a wide range of official documents, news reports, and archival materials, the book traces major reforms, internal conflicts, institutional changes, and public movements that accelerated the disintegration of the Soviet system. It…
Chronology of World War Two presents a detailed, day-by-day account of the events of World War II, covering the political decisions, military operations, and pivotal moments that shaped the global conflict from 1939 to 1945. Compiled by Edward Davidson and Dale Manning, the book arranges wartime developments in a clear chronological format, allowing readers to trace the progression of battles, …
In 1788 the United States constitution came into force, Mozart produced his last three great symphonies, Kant published The Critique of Practical Reason, The Times newspaper was founded, the M.C.C. codified the laws of cricket, Gainsborough died and Lord Byron was born. This book provides so wide a conspectus of developments in science an technology, the arts, politics and social history.