Politics
Butch Cassidy and the Sundance Kid’s Escapades, and Other Lesser Known Historic Events
History is so immense and the past is so vast, that nobody can know all of its fascinating details. For…
Life in the United States in 1970s
America was a much different place half a century ago, though for those of a certain age it doesn’t seem…
The Nazi Scheme to Bombard New York City With Rockets and Other Unfinished Military Plans
Wars are shaped not only by what is done, but also by what is not. Many plans are contemplated that…
The Random History of Blue Laws in the United States
Because they are used to restrict activities on Sundays, blue laws in the United States are also known as Sunday…
Population Control Was No Joke in Ancient Greece and the Roman Empire
The ancient city-states of Greece faced many problems shared with modern society. One of these was the limited availability of…
The Sibling Rivalry That Wrecked an Empire, and Other Self-Destructive Royal Family Episodes
For average people and families, “self-destruct” might involve abusing booze or narcotics. Or perhaps it might entail somebody turning into…
The Witch Doctor President and Other Horrific Rulers
Hitler, Stalin, and Mao are the unholy trinity of names that first comes to the minds of most when thinking…
The Ace of Spies and Other Significant Espionage Figures
Throughout history, spies have aroused mixed emotions, from dread and loathing on one end of the spectrum to admiration and…
This is What Life was Like in Communist East Germany
After being allies in World War II, the Soviet Union and the West soon resumed mutual hostilities. As part of…
Mistresses and Lovers of Historical Figures Who Left Their Mark on History
The title of the royal mistress dates back thousands of years but is not something that you often read about…