A century ago maps of Europe, Asia and Africa looked much different than they do today. ... The peace lasted longer, but as soon as the Soviet Empire fell apart, new conflicts broke out.

World War I involved 32 nations from 1914 to 1919. It redrew the world map and reshaped many borders in Europe. The collapse of the Russian Empire created Poland, the Baltics, and Finland.

Researchers Used a 1,500-Year-Old Map to Find a Lost City Excavators determined Tharais was a religious hub of the Byzantine empire. By Emma Frederickson Published: Jun 06, 2025 8:00 AM EDT ...