history, and History

Two wonderful posts (via normblog).
Firstly, the history. Michael Yon has been sent a photomontage of the Iraqi elections. It's available here. The choice of music may make you want to cringe, but remember, we're not there.
Secondly, the History. Jeff Wientraub explains the background of this History of the World, which reminds you just what stays in people's heads after the lesson.