THE NIKA RIOT

In the bustling heart of Constantinople, a storm simmered on the streets. It began as a demonstration against tyrannical taxes, fueled by anger amongst the commoners. The cry of "Nika! Nika!" reverberated through the city, a battle cry. This uprising, known as the Nika Riot, quickly escalated into a violent clash between rioters and the imperial gu

On November 9th, 1989, a scene unfolded that would forever alter the fabric of Europe. The Berlin Wall, once as a stark symbol of an iron curtain, began to crumble under the weight of peaceful protests. Crowds surged towards the wall, armed with a hopeful anticipation that had been stifled for decades. Citizens, who once lived in separation, were