History is marked by the rise and fall of nations, with countries vanishing from the map due to diplomacy and compromise, political shifts, or war. From once mighty empires to short-lived republics, these lost countries fell victim to ambition, conflict, and change.
Whether absorbed into larger states, divided among new nations, or simply renamed, the shadow of their presence remains, and their legacies continue to shape the world today.
In this gallery, we take a look at the (growing) list of countries that may no longer exist but left their mark on history. Click to continue.