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World History

History Of Malta And Gozo 4

Murali, · 14 min read

THE ESTABLISHMENT OF BRITISH RULE The British occupation of Malta after the French surrender in 1800… Learn more about history of malta and gozo 4 in this …

World History

History Of Malta And Gozo 5

Murali, · 27 min read

THE BIRTH OF INDEPENDENT MALTA Malta’s independence on September 21, 1964, marked the culmination of… Learn more about history of malta and gozo 5 in this …

World History

History Of Malta And Gozo 3

Murali, · 12 min read

Napoleon Bonaparte’s decision to seize Malta in June 1798 was motivated by strategic considerations … Learn more about history of malta and gozo 3 in this …

World History

History Of Malta And Gozo 1

Murali, · 24 min read

COMPLETE HISTORY OF MALTA AND GOZO: FROM STONE AGE TO MODERN TIMES INTRODUCTION: ISLANDS AT THE CROSSROADS OF CIVILISATIONS In the heart of the Mediterranean Sea, where Africa meet…

World History

History Of Malta And Gozo 2

Murali, · 18 min read

CHAPTER 5: NORMAN CONQUEST AND MEDIEVAL TRANSFORMATION (1091-1530 CE) THE NORMAN INVASION In 1091 CE, the Norman conquest of Malta marked the end of Islamic rule and the beginning …

Personal Stories

AMMA I WILL BE A MILLIONAIRE

Murali, · 3 min read

This is the story of a teenager who, after finishing high school, sat with his mother on the steps outside their house. Financial difficulties were always a concern at home, despit…

Personal Stories

THE DAY MY DAD KISSED ME

Murali, · 4 min read

In the memorable year of 1968, while I was diligently studying in the fourth grade, I got into a heated argument with my classmate Savio. During our spat, I blurted out “bloody foo…

Personal Stories

MY FIRST SANDWICH

Murali, · 3 min read

It was way back in 1966. It was the same year my youngest brother was born. I was at St. Thresa’s school, Vasco, Goa. It was one of the tough days our family was going through. My …