Read the basic descriptions of different types of government including anarchy, capitalism, democracy, dictatorship, monarchy, and republic.

Describes in detail the events that unfolded at Gonzales in 1835, sparking the beginning of the Texas Revolution.

A discussion of the recent election in Nigeria (2003) which signaled a change from many years of dictatorship. The author examines the evolution of democracy in Nigeria.

Fordham University provides a discussion on the rule of dictator Porfirio Diaz. It talks about his accomplishments, history, beliefs, brutality, and corruption from the perspective of a contemporary historian of the time.

The United States and Cuba share a long, complex history -- first as allies and trade partners, and later as bitter ideological enemies. This timeline shows how closely entwined America and Cuba have been over the last two centuries.