Young History

In the very center of the giant that is Africa, lies a nation unknown to most of the world. With a long and cursive history this republic has forged a strong and resilient people. This nation is buried in a long and tumultuous conflict that has sent shockwaves through its social structure. This country is so much more than the current state of affairs it faces and today, we explore why. This is Ce...

The Land of a Thousand Lakes, is the famous moniker for this nation, but there is so much more to this nation than its geographical features. With a history dating back over 5000 years, with many different people groups figuring out how to survive in this frigid tundra. This nation has weathered some of history's must brutal eras from the reign of the Hanseatic League to the Soviet Regime. In...

This country has been a headquarters for many religions, ethnic groups and empires. Dating back to the ancient age, Phoenicians called this land home. The phoenicians revolutionized sea faring, the alphabet, created the carthaginian empire and countless other things. The people living here since then have seen some of the most brutal struggles, wars and harsh periods of the modern age. Truly, some...

Very widely considered the most well developed nation in the world today. Indestructible economy, great civil rights, incorruptible political system and great quality of life define this country. This has not always been the case, this nation has spent a vast majority of its history under the hegemony of other nations. Lack of political freedom and lower quality of life came from these times of be...

This small island country has created massive waves in the tourism, food, and trade industries. Widely considered the most luxurious country in Asia, this nation has become famous for its one of a kind architecture. Quickly becoming one of the most visited countries in the world, the lifestyle here is very highly valued. Peeling back the layers of this country will reveal a truly rich history that...

In Central Europe lies a nation that has quietly been a part of the most influential moments in history. From prospering during the rule of empires like the Austrian and Hungarian ones to being the battle ground for WW2, This nation has experienced a lot. Its status as a quiet nation earned it the moniker of “The Underdog of Europe”. The term underdog rightly described the country for a long time...

Pura Vida! Is the famous saying of the people in one of the happiest nations on Earth. This nation didn’t get to this place of joy without being neck deep in struggle. Breaking away from Spain, then Guatemala and then working to become one of the most progressive nations in Central America; Are just some of the things this nation has had to get through. Some of the most influential polticians in t...

Finally, we get a chance to return to Oceania with one its largest nations. This nation has long been home to one of the most unique people groups in the world, the Maori. Their music, tattoos and most famously the Haka dance, is recognizable across the world. The Maori are some of the most resilient indigenous people groups in the world as they not only survived the colonial period but formed a c...

As most people hear this country’s name, images of leprechauns, shamrocks, Guinness, and green will flood their mind the same way the rivers of Boston are flooded green on St. Patrick's Day.  However, this country has a long and deep history that has so much to offer. Celtic culture of 2500 years ago still affects the culture of this country to this day. Ireland has long been famous for its wr...

In the southern part of the Arabian peninsula lies a lesser known nation that has a history that is more than worth your time. For centuries this nation has had a strong family negotiate its way through the most brutal points of the colonial period. This nation has faced and survived the Ottoman, Portuguese and British empires. The storied history of this nation has shaped it into the proud but qu...

Surrounded by giants in both military power and economy, lies a middle east nation that despite its size has left a significant impact on the region. This nation is the reason for the Gulf War, home to the world’s strongest currency, and home to a plethora of fine art/culture. This nation has never backed down from the powerful nations that surround it and that has established the people as very r...

The first independent African nation, The United States in Africa and the Pearl of Africa, are all names that have been used to describe this nation. Stretching back millennia long ago the Kpelle, Basa and Kru people groups began making a home out of this land. Then, the land would be filled with African Americans that were seeking to make a home now that they had gained freedom from American slav...

In the northwest of Africa is a quiet nation that has held a unique history without getting much modern attention. This nation has been home to the great Moors/Berbers of North Africa, the Heratin that have survived life here through its most brutal millennia, and many European colonists. This country was the last on Earth to abolish slavery, which wasn't until late in the 1900s. There are man...

In Central America lies a nation that acts as a bridge between both North and South America and The Atlantic and Pacific oceans. This country has survived and at times prospered through colonial incursions from Spain, France and the USA. Dexterity in politics and creating strong international relations have helped this nation survive through the many eras it has been present for. This is Panama. 

This nation is home to the great Dalmatian coast, which boasts one of the most beautiful and important coastlines in history. However, this country is a lot more than a pretty coast and the dogs that come out of it. This nation is truly special for what it has been through. Thousands of years of war and foreign invasions have hit this land for its precarious position in the Mediterranean; Yet, the...

In the caucasus mountains lies a nation that held a kindom nearly nine centuries in one of the most explosive regions in the world. This same nation has been forming its culture through art, music and their language since the 11th century. The stable times that bred the culture in the 11th century was forged by one of the world’s most dominant early monarchs: Queen Tamar. This nation and its peopl...

In the northeast of Africa lies a nation that has seen and interacted with some of the world's greatest powers. Kingdom of Punt, the first major civilization in Eritrea existed at the same time as the peak of Ancient Egypt. This kingdom is one of the only civilizations that rivaled Egypt in sophistication at the time; The craziest part of this is that Egypt is the only place that has any recor...

This nation was built from fiery and fierce revolutionary leaders refusing to stop their fight until their people were free. From there, the people of this nation acted as the trailblazer for social reform in South America. Today, this nation is proudly one of the most democratic, socially free and economically dependable nations in South America. With its capital in long standing and stoutly inde...

This country was once the base of the largest connected land empire in human history, and the 2nd largest empire of any kind. This is the home of Genghis Khan and a whole lot more history than most people know. This is Mongolia.

This Balkan nation has seen many different people groups, regimes, governments and ideologies take root in its borders. There have also been many awful wars, genocides and more in this country but that has not stopped it from standing up for itself. This is another two in one of sorts, This is Bosnia and Herzegovina. 

The first country to convert to christianity has a lot more claim to its fame than just that. Within this nation there is the oldest winery in the world, perhaps the oldest shoe in the world, and a wealth of both beautiful or horrendous history. This is Armenia.

This Baltic Nation carries with its history that has seen knights, kings, soviets, nazis and more come into the land. Despite all of this, the people here have been able to hold onto their distinct culture throughout all the eras they have survived through. This is the last baltic nation we will cover and this is Lithuania.

This Balkan nation is the only white Sunni Muslim country in Europe. It was also the first pure atheist country in the world for a time. The history of this country was swayed by all sorts of areas within Europe and its culture is felt far beyond its own borders. This is Albania 

The economic beast of the Middle East has not always been in the position it occupies today. For centuries this small nation was only used for its access to the sea by fishermen and pearl divers; Now, it is one of the greatest economic powers in the world that just hosted the World Cup. All this success has not come without a cost listen in to find out all about it. This is Qatar.

In its early days it was regarded as the most beautiful island on earth and not much has changed since. The people here are famous for the music, religion, food and activities they have created or popularized for the world. Jamaica is filled with beautiful cultures and a lot of the world’s most fun exports. This is genuinely one of my favorites, this is Jamaica.