Folklore/Mythology
The Most Epic Myths from Around the World
Myths are powerful things. They shape civilizations both past and current. Some stand as the bedrock for religious beliefs. They…
Popular Historic “Facts” That Are Actually False
It is said that a lie travels around the world, while the truth is still busy tying its boot laces.…
Women Who Took their Vengeance in an Epic Fashion
In 1980, an internal fight between Indian bandits ended with the death of one gang leader, and the victors’ capture…
These People All Met a Tragic and Slightly Comedic End
Shuffling off the mortal coil is tragic, but such is the circle of life. However, the tragedy of some demises…
The Real Legend of Hua Mulan
Female warrior heroines appear in the myths and legends of numerous ancient cultures, sharing many similarities among their tales. British…
Untrue Historic “Facts” It’s Time to Erase
Throughout history, many myths have gained such widespread acceptance in public perception that it is treated as an established fact.…
The Mutinous Voyage of William Bligh and the Bounty’s Launch
On April 4, 1789, HMAV Bounty left Tahiti after a sojourn there of five months. The ship carried 1,015 breadfruit…
The Mongols Dined Atop their Live Enemies and Other Fascinating Historic Facts
Did you know that the Mongols once celebrated a victory by feasting atop the living bodies of their slowly suffocating…
Nobles Used to Suffer from “The Glass Delusion” and Were Terrified of Breaking
Towards the end of the Middle Ages, something strange started happening across Europe. People started believing they were made from…
30 Ghosts of Historical Figures That May Still Walk Among the Living
The ghosts of many historical figures are still said to haunt the earth. Some hang around their burial sites, while…