History And Society
Battle Of Moscow
With the German Army on the outskirts, it appeared like a miracle would be required for the Soviets to defend the capital successfully.
Naqa, The Ancient City That Was The Kushite Religious Stronghold
Naqa, also called Naga or Naga'a, was a vital religious and residential site of the ancient Kushitic Kingdom of Meroe in current-day Sudan.
The Most and Least Fragile States
Fund for Peace releases its Fragile States Index, which ranks nation-states all over the globe. The more fragile a state is, the more likely it is to collapse
11 Medieval Warrior Women
These passionate Medieval ladies would rile up the entire army with their bravery, putting men to shame and inspiring the troops with their matchless deeds.
The Greatest Battles of the Ancient World
While many know about the great battles fought in the 1800s and 1900s, such as the Battle of Waterloo, few know about the battles in the Ancient World.
Operation Barbarossa
Germany invaded the Soviet Union (USSR) on June 22, 1941. Codenamed Operation Barbarossa, this campaign was the largest and bloodiest of the Second World War.
How Did Abraham Lincoln's Election Lead To Civil War
By the 1860s, the North was gaining the upper hand, and an already fractured nation was shattered in the aftermath of the election of Abraham Lincoln.
A Deep Dive Into Moral Philosophy
From Aristotle's virtue ethics to Kant's deontology, there are several moral philosophies and insights to glean from the different ideas about morality.
9 Of The World's Greatest Ancient Roman Cities
During the Roman golden age, the Roman Empire stretched across most of Europe, Northern Africa, and the Middle East leaving their mark along the way.
The Descartes Dilemma
René Descartes was a French philosopher and mathematician alive during the 17th century. He is well-known for Cartesian dualism and the mind-body problem.
Ancient Greek Philosophers Lessons For A Life Without Regret
If you have a list of regrets longer than your weekly grocery list, here are a few Ancient Greek philosophers with lessons for a life without regret.
11 of the Most Beautiful Medieval Cities
Get enchanted in the one-of-a-kind world of fairy tales alongside the best art and culture of the ages in museums and modern-day sights.
9 Of The Most Dangerous Extinct Animals To Have Roamed The Earth
From the lens of a modern human, perhaps it was a blessing in disguise that these nine dangerous creatures that roamed the earth are now extinct.
History's 9 Worst Leaders
There is a large number of kings, dictators, and even democratically elected heads of state that have led their nations into absolute ruin due to their greed.
What Really Started The American Civil War
The American Civil War remains the most destructive conflict in the history of the United States. For 4 years ending in1865, more than 640,000 Americans died.
The Dawn of the Roman Navy
The Roman Empire and its conquests can be directly attributed to its stellar army. Its legions were the best fighting force of the Ancient World in 476 AD.
The Barbarian Successor Kingdoms Of The Roman Empire
After the collapse of the Western Roman Empire in 476 CE, kingdoms and chiefdoms were formed by the barbarian tribes that had settled into Roman territory.
Operation Sea Lion
Investigating these unrealized plans is still worthwhile since it provides nuances about World War II itself and sheds light on Adolf Hitler's worldview.
Stoic Wisdom: Stop Doing These 7 Things
While there is a lot you can do to change, sometimes the best change comes from not doing. Here are seven things the great stoics advised against.
Brutal Dictators You Have Never Heard Of
Learning about these ruthless dictators is important to honor the countless victims of their brutal regimes and take lessons from history.
Battle of Britain
Tthe Battle of Britain commenced in June 1940 with the German air force (the Luftwaffe) beginning to bomb the British Isles.
11 Most Incredible Ancient Artifcats
Some findings are so important that if they were left unfound to this day, we would know almost nothing about key chapters of the human story.
The Fall of France
The Battle of France was a strategic catastrophe for the Allies. Ending on June 25, 1940, it now meant they had no foothold on the European continent.
These Ancient Archaeological Finds Changed History
In a world where fabled empires rise and fall and bequeath us with only fragments and snippets, archaeological discoveries are of immense value.
US Presidents Who Were Democrats
A list of Presidents of the United States who have represented the Democratic party.
Battle Of Dunkirk
Once the invasion began, the Wehrmacht raced to the English Channel to cut off the Allies, and by late May 1940, English and French soldiers were surrounded at the beaches in Dunkirk.
The Breaking of the Maginot Line
The Maginot Line, a series of fortifications, weapon installations, and obstacles to prevent German invasion failed and contributed to France's rapid fall.
The Lost Golden City Of Aten
The city was established during the reign of Amenhotep III, between roughly 1391 and 1353 B.C — Experts say Aten is the largest such city ever found.
Exploring The Great Pyramid Void
Fresh details have emerged concerning a void in the Great Pyramid that scientists have been exploring and first discovered in 2017.
12 Greatest Archeological Discoveries Ever
The age, scale, sophistication behind these rediscovered megaliths, cities, writings, and projects would put 21st century minds and machines to the task.
The Blitzkrieg In The Low Countries
The invasion of the Low Countries allowed Germany to mostly bypass the Maginot Line, thereby making an attack on France easier.
Blitzkrieg Military Tactic
The idea of Blitzkrieg can be traced back to the writings of German generals and marshals like Carl V Clausewitz, Helmuth V Moltke, and Alfred V Schlieffen.
Discoveries That Could Change History
Fortunately, our obsession with history has unearthed quite a number of dazzling discoveries. Here, we reveal seven discoveries that could change history.
The Elite Special Forces Of Ancient Greece
The elite special forces of Ancient Greece were the finest warriors from the city-state who joined solely by invitation and paired according to a regimental tradition.
9 Archaeological Finds Scientists Still Can't Explain
As curious creatures, humans continue to shine the spotlight on these archaeological finds that scientists still can’t explain.
9 Unsolved Mysteries of Ancient Egypt
Even though thousands of passionate intellectuals have dedicated their lives to studying Ancient Egypt, it remains shrouded in mystery.
13 Things Found Frozen In Europe's Mountain Ice
Explore the various artifacts and species that have been frozen and thus have withstood the test of time. Ranging from tools to humans there is much to learn.
7 Unsolved Mysteries of American History
The United States has birthed countless mysteries that not only captivate the imagination of the American public but the world's as well.
Gross Domestic Product (GDP)
Gross Domestic Product (GDP) is a paramount concept in economics, often used as a critical indicator of a country's economic health and standard of living.
7 Mummy Discoveries That Scared Archaelogists
While it is believed that mummification started with the Chicharron culture of South America in southern Peru, the oldest mummies found do lie Egypt.