Abraham Lincoln is a very popular president among critics as well as the general public. In Surveys of scholars conducted since 1940, he has consistently ranked among the top 3, most often at #1. Of all the presidential ranking polls conducted since 1948, Lincoln has been rated at the very top in the majority of … Read more
Robert E Lee is well known for being the general of the Confederate Army of Northern Virginia in the American Civil War. He is revered by his supporters for his devotion to duty and his brilliant tactical success against a stronger opposition. Here are 10 interesting facts about him. #1 HiS FATHER SERVED AS GOVERNOR … Read more
Born on March 15, 1767 to Scot-Irish parents, Andrew Jackson went on to become the seventh president of the United States. Though he was very popular among the common citizens, Jackson was also one of the most controversial presidents due to his personality and certain actions. Here are 10 facts from the interesting life of … Read more
In 2012, Egypt’s president Mohamed Morsi issued a declaration banning challenges to his decrees, laws and decisions. The declaration also said no court can dissolve the constituent assembly, which was drawing up a new constitution. This led to massive protests and violent action throughout Egypt which ultimately led to Morsi being overthrown and arrested. Here … Read more
At the 18th Communist Party Congress on 8 November 2012 it was decided that Xi Jinping will become the next president of People’s Republic of China. He took over reins from Hu Jintao on 14 March 2013. Here are 10 interesting facts about China’s president Xi Jinping. #1 XI IS THE SON OF REVOLUTIONARY HERO … Read more
Barack Obama as you all know is the first African American president of the United States of America. On November 6, 2012 he was elected for a second term as president when he defeated Republican Matt Romney. Here are 10 fun facts on Barack Obama for kids to know about his achievements, choices etc. and … Read more