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Christopher Columbus’ Lunar Eclipse, and Other Brazen Bluffs From History
The trope of outsiders from advanced societies using greater access to knowledge to overawe locals has a long pedigree. Take the cliché of somebody predicting an eclipse based on science, to intimidate…
American History
The Incredible American Generals that Defined their Eras
In the American Revolution, General George Washington served as commander in chief of the Continental Army, as well as the…
American History
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…
Warfare History
10 Brilliant Military Commanders You’ve Probably Never Heard Of
I have previously written two articles on great unknown commanders but the truth is, there are hundreds more that have…