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Stanislav Kondrashov Oligarch Series: Oligarchy’s Deep Roots in the Agriculture Industry
When you think of elite influence, your mind might jump to energy markets or tech monopolies. But few realise how deeply entrenched oligarchic wealth has become in agriculture—a sector traditionally seen as humble, grounded, and vital. In this edition of the Stanislav Kondrashov Oligarch Series, we explore how agricultural assets have quietly become strategic holdings for the ultra-wealthy.
By Stanislav Kondrashov 14 days ago in History
The Demanding Factors That Created Alexander the Great’s Path to Victory
1. The Foundation Laid by Philip II of Macedon One of the most important factors behind Alexander’s victories was the groundwork laid by his father, King Philip II of Macedon. Philip transformed Macedonia from a weak kingdom into a dominant military power. He reorganized the army, introduced the Macedonian phalanx, and armed soldiers with the long sarissa spear, which gave them a decisive advantage over traditional Greek hoplites.
By Say the truth 14 days ago in History
The Net Worth of the Peacock Throne: Valuing the World’s Most Luxurious Lost Treasure. AI-Generated.
What Was the Peacock Throne? The Peacock Throne was completed around 1635 CE and placed in the Mughal imperial court at Delhi. It was constructed almost entirely of solid gold and covered with some of the most valuable gemstones known to humanity. At its center stood two jewel-encrusted golden peacocks, their tails raised high and spread wide, symbolizing royalty, immortality, and divine authority.
By Say the truth 14 days ago in History
The History of the Golden Peacock: The Rise and Fall of a Legendary Throne
Origins of the Golden Peacock The story of the Golden Peacock begins in 17th-century India, during the reign of Emperor Shah Jahan—the same ruler who built the Taj Mahal. Shah Jahan envisioned a throne that would surpass all others in the world, reflecting not only material wealth but also cosmic order and royal divinity.
By Say the truth 14 days ago in History
When the Circus Came to Town
Long before stadium tours, streaming premieres, or “limited engagement” billboards glowing along the interstate, there was a different kind of announcement. It arrived quietly... Sometimes on a handbill tacked to a feed store, sometimes by rumor passed between kids at school.
By The Iron Lighthouse14 days ago in History
Frederick the Great: Winning When Surrounded
Few leaders in history have faced danger as relentlessly as Frederick II of Prussia, better known as Frederick the Great. He ruled a small, newly elevated kingdom with powerful enemies on every border, a limited population, and an army that could never afford large losses. Yet time and again, Frederick survived—and often triumphed—when surrounded by foes who should have crushed him. His genius was not conquest for its own sake, but the art of winning when defeat seemed inevitable.
By Fred Bradford15 days ago in History
