On January 1, 1900, The Washington Post enthusiastically voiced support for the new century’s overseas colonial endeavors: "They are ours. All arguments against expansion are as dull and laughable as the chatter of magpies." On January 1, 1901, a British newspaper published an article welcoming the arrival of the new century: "We have reason to believe that by the end of the twentieth century, Britain and her descendants will, as they did at the end of the nineteenth century, triumphantly withstand the severe tests ahead. By then, they will live and prosper for generations as a unified imperial nation, becoming a fortress of human civilization." Despite the two catastrophic "collective suicides" in Europe that followed, real history unfolded quite differently from the imperialists' optimistic expectations.
Yet, the trend of Western dominance over the world remained unmistakable - until now that is.
When autumn comes on the ninth day of the ninth month, my flowers bloom and all others wither; the fragrance fills Chang'an, and the whole city is adorned with golden armor. Huang Chao raised his arm, and the once mighty Tang Dynasty, which shook the ages, began its demise, ushering in the chaotic Five Dynasties and Ten Kingdoms period. The clash of swords and the thunder of horses were commonplace, and right and wrong, success and failure, all turned to nothing.
At the tail end and climax of the surging tide, in those years between the Later Zhou and the Northern Song, Shi Congyun knew of Emperor Shizong of Zhou's great talent and strategy, Zhao Kuangyin's reign over the world, had heard of the two Zhou empresses of the Southern Tang, and knew of Lady Huarui of the Later Shu.
The Central Plains were divided among warlords, while the Khitan in the north were eyeing the region covetously.
Amidst the upheavals and upheavals of the times, how will Shi Congyun, following his muscular but brainless father, survive in this chaotic world?
Step by step, he transformed from an unambitious nobody who only wanted to survive in a chaotic world into a powerful ruler who could conquer the world...
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The soldiers of the Second German Empire struggled with all their strength in the long trenches. The arrogant High Seas Fleet was tightly trapped in Wilhelmshaven and decayed day by day. The American Empire showed its sharp fangs and prepared to pounce on the tired old continent, suffering a humiliating defeat. and eternal destruction seemed to be coming to the land of Prussia. Major Herschmann, who was possessed by an Eastern soul from later generations, was confident: "Now is the time to give birth to the Third Reich. This time it will exist for a thousand years!"... Luo Luo's book club: 431301049
He arrived in the early Republic of China, a time of warlordism and widespread conflict. Relying on his foresight and advanced knowledge, a century ahead of his time, he gradually rose to power, ending the warlord era, expelling foreign powers, and leading the Republic to its rise. He schemed against the Japanese, the British, the Russians, and even the Americans, weakening the foreign powers and strengthening himself. He was the only Grand Marshal of the Army, Navy, and Air Force in the Republic of China—an unsurpassable legend! This book cannot be continued due to censorship. I apologize to all readers; it was not my intention to abandon the story. Group number: 202886761. Welcome to join! My new book, "Transmigrating to the Late Ming Dynasty: Rebuilding the Empire," has been released. Please support it!
When Lin Mo awoke in the Australian desert of a parallel world, the Red Alert system on his wrist became his only support. Starting from a lonely power plant, he proceeded step by step, building a steel base on the deserted red land, mass-producing equipment, cultivating oases, and etching the name "Spark" into the fabric of this continent.
Born into the Spanish royal family, Franca Juan Alfonso was sent to the Pacific island nation of Vlieland upon reaching adulthood because of his illegitimate status.
(This book is the sequel to “The King of German Mercenaries” and is the second stage of the story’s development.)
Marin spent six years, from a poor wandering knight who was kicked out of the house, struggling to become the earl of the country, and established the famous “Black Water Company”, with 20,000 powerful mercenaries, became Germany King of mercenaries.
However, for a learned traversal who is a learned scholar, becoming the king of the mercenary world is obviously not the end. So, with the powerful mercenaries armed to the teeth, Marin set off a bloody storm in Germany and even Europe, and began the European Emperor’s rise model.
In the end, the North Sea became the “inner sea” surrounded by Marin-owned territories. Gold and silver from Peru and Mexico, saltpetre from Chile, sugar and spices from Caribbean islands, gold from South Africa, porcelain and silk from the Ming Dynasty, etc …
Truth lies only within the range of artillery! This historical war story travels back in time to Emperor Franz during the 1859 Austro-Sardinian-French War. He defeats Sardinia, France, and Prussia, establishing a unified Greater German Empire (a Central European empire)! The dream of a 70 million-person empire wasn't realized in Harburg, but I will!
[Rigorous historical and refreshing]
The Eight Banners are invincible in cavalry and archery? Let me show you how to use flintlock and bayonet phalanx!
The Jurchen heavy infantry is fierce? Bring me two more regiments of artillery!
The Ming Dynasty's economy is collapsing? Steal the Dutch sea coachman's business!
The Japanese are closed to the outside world? Europeans are protecting trade? The Pacific Fleet will have to work harder a few more times. In fact, we in the Ming Dynasty don't want to do things like naval artillery diplomacy.
See how Su Chengyu, who was tragically stranded in the Southern Ming Dynasty, turned the tide and made the Ming Dynasty's territory span the world!
Delve into the world of The Rise of Iceland, a captivating historical novel that transports readers to the seventeenth century. The protagonist, Olaf, reincarnated in Iceland, embarks on a journey filled with kingdom building, modern knowledge, and European ambience. This tale weaves together elements of farming, slavery, and living alone, as Olaf, a loner protagonist, navigates through a world of nobles and strategic battles.
In the seventeenth century, the gap between the East and the West began. Olaf, who was reborn in Iceland, pointed to Obalo in the southeast of the sea and said, “It will be mine!”