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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, philosophy, and sundry fields were so disproportionate to their small population, that…
American History
Last Minute Decisions That Changed History
The world is more fragile than we think, and the course of events is seldom set in stone: introduce a…
Ancient History
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…
Warfare History
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…
Ancient History
Egypt Unmasked: 8 Time Periods in the Rise & Fall of a Civilization
Ancient Egypt is one of the great civilizations in history and was one of the most dominant in the Mediterranean…