The Katyn Forest Massacre was a debate in Soviet history & German history as both sides blamed each other for the tragedy. Learn the truth of the massacre.

Jan 19, 2011 – Jennifer Ciotta

This year (2011) will mark the 300th anniversary of Father Boscovich's birth in Croatia. He is known for his many contributions to the sciences.

Jan 14, 2011 – Lorraine Shelstad

Learn who is to blame, Mihkail Khodorkovsky or Vladimir Putin, for Khodorkovsky's imprisonment. Did Khodorkovsky have ambitions for the Russian presidency?

Jan 12, 2011 – Jennifer Ciotta

Adopted as an undernourished cub in Iran, Wojtek grew to be a beloved mascot that enjoyed beer and cigarettes. He was a hero in the Battle of Monte Cassino.

Jan 11, 2011 – Eric Brothers

Here's an easy-to-understand explanation of the case of Mikhail Khodorkovsky, the Russian oil tycoon and oligarch who openly defied Vladimir Putin.

Jan 5, 2011 – Jennifer Ciotta

Who is to blame for the Holocaust? This article looks at the intentionalist versus the functionalist viewpoint.

Dec 30, 2010 – Tasha Kelley

Adolf Hitler's hatred led to the final act imposed by the Nazis - to eliminate the Jewish race.

Dec 30, 2010 – Tasha Kelley

The Holocaust is viewed as one of the most horrifying and regretful events inflicted upon Jews. It is based upon the principles of National Socialism.

Dec 30, 2010 – Tasha Kelley

The Hotel National in Moscow Russia is one of the most historical hotels in Russia. Learn why the hotel attracted Communist leaders and other famous people.

Dec 29, 2010 – Jennifer Ciotta

Polish New Year's Eve, called Sylwester, is a celebration that began with Pope Sylvester I in historical times. Learn how the Poles celebrate Sylwester.

Dec 20, 2010 – Jennifer Ciotta

From 1945-47, Jews ran concentration camps filled with Germans. Between 60 and 80 thousand Germans civilians - men, women and children - perished in Poland.

Dec 15, 2010 – Eric Brothers

Learn about the food traditions of Latvian Christmas and how the Baltic Sea and potatoes inspire Christmas dinner in Latvia.

Dec 15, 2010 – Jennifer Ciotta

Unique among fascist groups for its reliance on religion, peasants and youths, Romania's Iron Guard was in all other phases an orthodox right wing party.

Dec 14, 2010 – Ivan Castro

The life of Don Julius d'Austria, son of Emperor Rudolph II, and the murder he committed.

Dec 11, 2010 – Erin Naillon

10 kilometers east of Brasov is the former Saxon village of Harman with its very own imposing fortified church.

Dec 10, 2010 – Georgiana Goleanu

Jewish partisans were active in the forests of Poland, Belarus, Ukraine and Russia. They took revenge upon the Germans for the murder of their families.

Dec 8, 2010 – Eric Brothers

Biertan fortified church,located in Transylvania is the second largest in Southeastern Europe and part of the UNESCO World Heritage Sites since 1993.

Dec 2, 2010 – Georgiana Goleanu

Over 2,000 letters, photographs and more belonging to a Swiss tutor of Russia's imperial family go on the block on December 6, 2010, in Geneva.

Dec 2, 2010 – Gail Mangold-Vine

Ukraine Christmas traditions focus on religion and family. Learn why Ukrainian Christmas Eve falls on January 6 & the importance of Ukrainian Holy Supper.

Dec 1, 2010 – Jennifer Ciotta

Jan Jesensky, Czech nobleman, and his execution after a failed uprising against the Habsburg monarchy.

Nov 30, 2010 – Erin Naillon