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1852 saw the beginning of a war that lasted until 1856, in which Russia would lose to an alliance of France, Britain, Sardinia and The Ottoman Empire. What is the name of this war?
Crimean War
In 1859, one of the most notable pieces of scientific literature was produced by Charles Darwin. What is the name of this book which was controversial at its time of release?
On the Origin of Species
As a result of the events of World War 1, an intergovernmental organisation was founded named the League of Nations. In which Swiss city was the capital of this organisation located?
Geneva
In 1939, World War II would commence. A major event during the war was the 'Winter War' fought between the Soviet Union and which other European country?
Finland
The final leader of the Soviet Union came to power in 1985. What was his name?
Mikhail Gorbachev
The Chernobyl disaster took place in 1986 and was a nuclear power plant explosion. In which modern European country did it take place?
Ukraine
On the 31st of August 1997, Diana, Princess of Wales died in a car crash in what European city?
Paris, France
In 1886, the first automobile/motorcar was created by Karl Benz, the Benz Patent-Motorwagen. He would later go on to lend his name to which car company?
Mercedes
In 1922, which politician along with the Fascists took power in Italy?
Benito Mussolini
The Berlin Wall was torn down in 1989. It was originally constructed to split West Berlin and East Berlin. In what year was it built?
1961
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