The history of piracy illustrates a surprising connection to democratic Utopian radicalism—and, of course, stolen treasure.

The Treaty of Wanghia formalized the burgeoning ties between the two countries, opening the door to new commercial and cultural exchanges.

The story of Hong Kong, one of the most densely populated places on Earth, can't be separated from its international situation.

Gandhi's legacy helped shape independent India, if in sometimes indirect ways.

The composition of the Communist Party of China has evolved considerably since the party was founded in 1921.