# Germany
Odd Historic Moments that Are Almost too Weird to Handle
History is not always grim, dreary, and serious. For those who bother to look, history has no shortage of bizarre…
Sparrow Extermination, Lantern Shields, and More Terrible Plans in History
“An idea that is not dangerous is unworthy of being called an idea at all” – Oscar Wilde. It is…
Shocking Successes that Came from Stressful Situations in History
Handling pressure is hard. However, some manage to not only thrive in the midst of pressure but soar above it.…
Insane and Inspiring Enterprising Stories from History
In 1906, a Swedish sailor was shipwrecked in the Southwest Pacific, and washed ashore on an island inhabited by cannibals.…
Some of History’s Most Unexpected Plot Twists
Despite the best laid plans of military commanders, few things are as chancy as war. Once the fighting starts, matters…
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…
Offbeat Warfare Facts that Will Confound History Buffs
In 1941, Poland declared war against Japan. In a strange twist, the Japanese government refused to accept the Polish declaration…
Evil Doctors and Scientists From World War II
Doctors and scientists are usually highly respected. The former for literally saving our lives, and the latter for working to…
Riots and Civil Unrest that Shook History
Today, most people live in societies where the power of the state is omnipresent, and the rule of law is…
Historic Figures Who Set Out to Save Jews From the Holocaust
Roughly six million Jews were killed during the Holocaust. Some did what they could, risking their lives, to save Jews…