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Portrait of Maria Theresa by Martin van Meytens, 1759.

Empress Maria Theresa - World Leaders in History

The first and only female ruler of the Habsburg Dynasty, Maria Theresa faced a serious of crises and challenges yet met them excellently.

April 25, 2017 12:31

Coolidge retired to a quiet life as a boating enthusiast, hobby farmer, and sportsman after his Presidency. Above, he is raking hay at his childhood home in Vermont.

Calvin Coolidge - US Presidents in History

The second of three Republican Presidents between the world wars, Coolidge was only the Vice-President until President Harding's sudden death.

April 25, 2017 12:31

Among his many reforms, Peter the Great founded the city of St. Petersburg in his own name in 1703.

Peter the Great - World Leaders in History

Founder of the modern imperial Russian state, Peter was instrumental in creating a powerful Russian presence in Europe and the world.

April 25, 2017 12:31

A traditional home in the Dimitri Gusti Village Museum in Bucharest, Romania.

The Romanian People - Cultures of the World

A historically agricultural society with roots in Ancient Rome and Dacia, the peoples of the Romanian lands can count many cultural contributions today.

April 25, 2017 12:31

Traditional East African huts, such as these in the Buikwe region, still list among the predominant forms of residential architecture in rural Uganda.

The Ugandan People - Cultures of the World

Ugandans belong to many ethnic groups, speak over 30 different African languages and most live in rural areas of Uganda.

April 25, 2017 12:31

Belgrade, Serbian. Image credit: MarinaDa/Shutterstock

The Culture Of Serbia

The Serbian people have rich culture, festivals the define the national life of Serbia

April 25, 2017 12:31

An 18th Century Depiction of an Algonquin hunter with bow and arrow in hand.

The Algonquin People - Cultures of the World

Expert hunter-gatherers known for their construction of "wigwam" tents, the Algonquin are closely related to other Ojibwe and Odawa Native American peoples.

April 25, 2017 12:31

At the age of 16, Ivan "the Terrible" Vasilyevich was crowned as Tsar of all Russians. He would largely be remembered as a harsh and unstable ruler.

Ivan the Terrible - World Leaders in History

Despite his controversy, Ivan was without a doubt a major figure in the transformations of state which would eventually result in the Russian Empire.

April 25, 2017 12:31

Johnson was Lincoln's Vice-President, coming to power after the latter's assassination and favoring a quick reconciliation with the former Confederate States.

Andrew Johnson - US Presidents in History

In contrast to the positive legacy left by Abraham Lincoln before him, the 17th US President is remembered as being the first to ever be impeached.

April 25, 2017 12:31

Rennaissance fairs, such as this one in Koprivnica, help modern Croatians stay connected with a rich Croat heritage.

The Croatian People - Cultures of the World

Croats have weathered the storms of assimilation pressures and external rule for centuries. Today, they have a nation of their own.

April 25, 2017 12:31

Among her various contributions, Catherine II founded the city of Odessa (now in Modern-day Ukraine) after defeating the Ottomans in the area in the late 18th Century.

Catherine the Great of Russia - World Leaders in History

Rising from minor Pomeranian nobility to Empress of all Russia, Catherine II changed the political map of both her empire and the European continent.

April 25, 2017 12:31

Taft held a number of important titles besides that of President, from Chief Justice of the Supreme Court to territorial Governor to Secretary of War.

William Howard Taft - US Presidents in History

27th President of the United States and 10th Chief Justice of the Supreme Court.

April 25, 2017 12:31

Reenactments, such as the one including these "Confederates" depicted above, are still held on a regular basis on the site of the Battle of Chancellorsville.

The Battle of Chancellorsville: The American Civil War

Fought from May 1-5, 1863, and when it was all over, more than 30,000 Americans were either killed, captured, or wounded at Chancellorsville.

April 25, 2017 12:31

Dutch merchant and sailor Abel Tasman was credited with discovering Tasmania and New Zealand, and first sighting Fiji.

Abel Tasman - Famous Explorers of the World

Abel Tasman a Dutch explorer, is known for his voyages in the service of the Dutch East India Company and the first known European explorer to reach Tasmania and New Zealand

April 25, 2017 12:31

Jimmie Angel's aircraft on exhibit in front of the Ciudad Bolivar Airport in Venezuela. Angel became a hero in both the US and Venezuela.

James Crawford Angel - Famous Explorers of the World

Explorer, conservationist, prospector, scout, and World War I flying ace, Jimmie Angel was a man of many trades and a master of all.

April 25, 2017 12:31

Meriwether Lewis would become a politician, public administrator, and explorer over the course of his short life

Meriwether Lewis - Famous Explorers of the World

First in command of the Lewis and Clark Expedition at the turn of the 19th Century.

April 25, 2017 12:31

Harry S. Truman was the 33rd President of the United States.

Harry S. Truman - US Presidents in History

Sworn into office after the sudden death of President F.D. Roosevelt, Truman faced the immediate challenges of the end of WWII and the early Cold War.

April 25, 2017 12:31