About Mike Cohen
Mike is Bachelor of Arts History graduate from the University of Leeds. As a historian, he loves to write about historical figures and events, especially those that continue to influence the modern world.
Education
BA History
University of Leeds, 2021
Areas of Expertise
About Mike Cohen
Mike is Bachelor of Arts History graduate from the University of Leeds. As a historian, he loves to write about historical figures and events, especially those that continue to influence the modern world.
Education
BA History
University of Leeds, 2021
Areas of Expertise
How a 1494 Ocean Boundary Changed Global Languages and Culture
The Treaty of Tordesillas was an agreement between Portugal and Spain that determined which lands each country could claim as its own.
How the Silk Road Facilitated Trade and Cultural Exchange Between East Asia and Europe
The Silk Road impacted both East Asia and Europe and precipitated significant cultural exchange between the two regions.
How Buddhism Sparked a Bloody Power Struggle in Ancient Japan
The arrival of Buddhism in Japan in 550 AD sparked vicious political debate and a brutal conflict.
The Real Reason Karl Marx Opposed Organized Religion
Karl Marx famously declared, "Religion is the opium of the people." But why was he so against it?
What Made This Medieval Cartel the Ultimate Economic Superpower of the Middle Ages?
The Hanseatic League was a medieval network of merchant guilds, market towns, and cities that dominated Northern Europe.
How Catherine de Medici Fueled the Bloodiest Civil War in French History
Catherine de' Medici is one of the most famous women in French history. She took to leadership at a time when France was grappling with the Protestant Reformation.
5 Lesser-Known Facts That Show Aristotle Was More Interesting Than You Think
Beyond his philosophy, Aristotle influenced the world for centuries by shaping a conqueror and studying the natural world.
Why Japan Forgave America After Hiroshima
After the atomic bombs were dropped in Japan in 1945, Japan developed one of the strongest diplomatic relationships with the United States.
Why Hitler Was Thrilled When Japan Attacked Pearl Harbor
When Adolf Hitler received the first reports of the Japanese attack on Pearl Harbor, he did not fear war with the United States.
How a 1494 Ocean Boundary Changed Global Languages and Culture
The Treaty of Tordesillas was an agreement between Portugal and Spain that determined which lands each country could claim as its own.
How Debt and a Fly Whisk Insult Prompted King Charles X to Invade Algeria
Algiers wanted a debt repaid, and France was looking for an excuse to invade. A personal insult served as that pretext.
Why King Philip IV Destroyed the Knights Templar
What were the unique circumstances that led Philip IV to disband the powerful Knights Templar, and how did he do it?