This volume of the Oxford Illustrated Encyclopedia is the second of two devoted to history. The main content of the volume is political history in the broadest sense of the word from 1800 to the present day. These are the most important events that determine the fate of continents, biographies of prominent statesmen and politicians, major battles and battles, as well as major international organizations. A variety of illustrative material not only gives the publication entertainment, but also significantly complements the information of articles.