# Josephus
Turncoat Generals – Commanders From History Who Switched Sides
The first known written use of the term “turncoat”, denoting one who abandons his side and switches allegiance, dates to 1570. The term’s origins is said to trace back to the practice…
The Fart That Killed 10,000 People, and Other Weird Moments From History
During the current pandemic, people are probably more likely to fart in order to hide a cough when in public,…
12 Generals You Won’t Believe Switched Sides and Defected to the Enemy
Loyalty, duty, honor, and keeping faith with one's side through thick and thin are prized military values, counted among the…
12 Torturous Methods of Execution in History that Will Make You Squirm
In its purest sense, execution should simply be a way of disposing of miscreants so that they can no longer…
The Devil is in the Details: Medieval Devil’s Bible Contains Portrait of Satan Himself
A great deal of time in the life of a medieval monk was spent in contemplation. Within the abbey and…
The Existence of Jesus Christ is Still a Much Debated Issue
For perhaps the most famous and influential figure in history, Jesus of Nazareth is remarkably (and frustratingly) enigmatic. Veiled beneath…