The last 120 years or so have witnessed some truly pivotal events in world history, including two global conflicts, remarkable scientific and technological breakthroughs, and legislative milestones that signaled major changes in human rights and equality. In 2024 alone, we saw the outbreak of two major wars and the death of one of the longest-reigning monarchs in history.
Many of these episodes represent sweeping advances for society in general. Others, however, demonstrate just how alarmingly self-destructive humanity can be on.
Intrigued? Click through and revisit some key moments in recent history.