History And Society
The Elite Special Forces of Ancient Rome
Much like modern militaries, the famed Roman Empire had its own version of special forces as well, the Praetorian Guard.
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.
Philosophers of Stoicism You Should Know
Since its founding, there have been many stoics throughout history. Here are a few people who had a great impact on the philosophy.
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.
German Invasion of Norway and Denmark
Germany invaded Denmark and Norway on April 9, 1940. Known as Operation Weserübung, the invasion occurred for two reasons.
Sparta, The Only Greek City With No Defensive Walls
Despite its rich warrior culture and constant wars with its neighbors, it surprises many people to discover that Sparta lacked any kind of defensive walls.
5 Philosophical Answers to the Meaning of Life
These five different philosophical answers and approaches to the question of the meaning of life showcase the vast diversity of human thought.
The March Of The 10,000 Greek Hoplites
Historians still argue over the accuracy of the authenticity of the story. While some details are a bit unclear, it is likely based on true events.
5 Women In Philosophy You Should Know
These women philosophers may not have been as celebrated during their time as they deserved, but their ideas provided important groundwork for the discipline.
What Is Development Economics?
Development Economics is a branch of economics that is devoted to improving the economic conditions of developing countries.
The World's Greatest Historical Mysteries We Can't Explain
Whether to a lack of a writing system, inaccurate accounts, or lost records, the majority of the finer details of how our ancestors lived have been lost.
Winter War
The Red Army's failure in Finland convinced many in the upper echelons of Germany's military that an invasion of the Soviet Union would be possible.
How Ancient Roman Roads Were Built
The amount of engineering and planning that went into each roadway was truly staggering and did not get near the amount of attention that it deserves.
7 Battles Where Both Sides Gave Way
There are countless examples of battles throughout the vast history of conflict where both militaries were beaten to a standstill by one another.
Where Is Alexander The Great's Tomb?
Some historians believe he caught malaria, while others think he was poisoned by one of his scheming generals or advisors..
Phoney War
Despite seeming unimportant, several events occurred during this "Phoney War" that influenced the rest of the conflict.
