# Thermopylae
Historic Battles Hollywood Got Embarrassingly Wrong
Most movies are expected to take some liberties with history for dramatic effect. Nobody expects the Indiana Jones films to be realistic, although the hero constantly battles Nazis. It is meant as…
Historic Betrayals that Shocked the World
Betrayal is one thing that history, alas, has no shortage of. Take the Black Dinner and the Glencoe Massacre, infamous…
The Original Greek Olympics and Ancient History’s Coolest Facts
The ancient Greeks were the overachieving child of Western civilization. Their contributions to and long-lasting impact on the arts, letters,…
Pythagoras’ Greed Cup and Other Lesser-Known Ancient World Facts
The ancient world was chock full of fascinating facts that are little known today. For example, how many know that…
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…
Greeks Defeat the Persians and Save Greek Civilization in This Epic Battle
Much is made of the heroic stand by Leonidas at the Battle of Thermopylae in 480 BC. The sacrifice of…
Ancient Warfare: 8 of the Greatest Warrior Cultures of Ancient Times
10,000 years ago, a group of rival hunter-gatherers fought on the shore of Lake Turkana in Kenya’s Rift Valley. The…
No Retreat, No Surrender: 5 Incredible Last Stands
The idea of the noble last stand is rooted in history and folklore. It is always enthralling to read tales…
From Power to Demise: 6 Critical Battles in the History of the Persian Empire
The Achaemenid Empire was officially founded by Cyrus the Great in 550 BC, and at its peak, it covered over…
These Lies Are Ancient History: 6 Enduring Myths Get Disproved
When it comes to the ancient world, it can sometimes be harder to disprove myths and prove facts due to…