Ancient History
10 of History’s Most Fascinating Archaeological Finds
Archaeology, or the study of historic activity by recovering and analyzing the physical aspects of the past, is vital to…
10 Greek and Roman Trials for Magic and Witchcraft You Probably Haven’t Heard Of
Think that persecution for witchcraft was a medieval invention? Then you’d be wrong. People have feared magic from the beginning…
10 Reasons Why It Has Sucked to Be a Woman Throughout History
In Stand by Your Man, released in 1969, Tammy Wynette sang the following: “Sometimes it’s hard to be a woman.”…
10 of History’s Most Fascinating Female Pirates
When many or most people think of pirates, the image that most often comes to mind is probably somebody like…
10 Weird and Wonderful Love Letters from the Past
Ever since writing was invented, people across the ages have penned letters to the objects of their desire- many inspired…
10 Weird Food Delicacies from History that are Not Appetizing
Since first discovering fire, we've never lacked for capability, and although prehistoric caves didn’t come fitted with kitchens this didn’t…
Here Are 10 Horrible Realities You Would Face as a Citizen of Ancient Greece
Ancient Greece has become a byword for civilization as we know it. The people of the Hellenic world took care…
Preserving Christianity: How the Byzantine Empire Stood Firm During the Second Arab Siege of Constantinople
The Byzantine stand at the Siege of Constantinople in 717/718 was one of the most crucial military successes of the…
10 Things You Don’t Know About Armies Using Intoxicants Throughout History
War is hell, so warriors have often felt the need for some type of chemical assistance or encouragement to help…
10 Fascinating Things About China’s First Emperor that Will Leave You Speechless
China's first emperor, Chin Shi Huang Di, was one of history's most extraordinary rulers. On the one hand, he possessed…