Let’s dive into the chaos and brilliance of a year that future historians will probably spend way too much time debating over tea and sighs of existential dread.
Tag: history
Final Moments of The Space Shuttle Columbia’s Crew
The Columbia Space Shuttle disaster was a real international tragedy. One little malfunction took the lives of the entire crew without even letting them say a proper goodbye. But at least they left something we can remember them by—the footage of their final moments.
A Man Discovers His $2 Flea Market Photo Is Actually Worth a Million Dollars
A photo showing Billy the Kid and his partners in crime playing croquet was bought for dirt-cheap on a blea market and later turned out to be worth a fortune. Who is this Billy guy, and why is this photo so sensationally expensive?
Why Do We Use Red, Green, and Yellow Colors In Traffic Lights?
How did we get from waving flags at horse carriages to using fully automated electric traffic lights? It’s time to find out!
Mysterious Roman Statue Discovered In the Historic Center of Toledo
Let’s fly over to Toledo and see what relics the archaeologists have uncovered this time. Spoiler alert: it’s a marble statue!
6 Inventions and Theories Made by Women but Credited to Men
In many instances in history, women have developed amazing things but never got the recognition for their work.
4 Times The Humanity Got Almost Wiped Out
History remembers only a few cases when humans were facing the threat of extinction. Sometimes it was pure luck that saved our species from getting wiped out, and other times it was thanks to the determination and big brain decisions of certain individuals.
WWII Submarine USS Grayback Discovered 75 Years After Sinking
Thousands of ships that went missing during WWI and WWII found their last refuge deep under the ocean waves. Researchers have discovered the exact or approximate locations of at least a few hundred vessels, but the fate of some still remains a mystery
Descendants of Napoleon and Wellington Are Current-Day Rivals
In 1815 the Duke of Wellington led the British forces to a hard-fought victory over Napoleon Bonaparte, the French emperor at the time. This battle was called the Battle of Waterloo. After 200 years, the city of Waterloo saw another clashing of (the genetic legacy of) these two great military leaders. And that’s not where it ends!
7 Fascinating Facts about Victorian Women
The Victorian Era was an interesting time in history. We still admire the fashion and what people looked like based on the pictures and paintings we see from that time. But it was also a very strange time, and once you dig deeper you find out that all those pretty pictures are just the top layer that’s hiding a whole bunch of fascinating and sometimes bizarre things.
Historical Overlaps That Will Mess With Your Perception Of Time
We all had history lessons in school, and while most of us got by memorizing dates and events and passing tests, very few of us have a full grasp on historical events and what happened when. You’d be surprised how many things we get wrong.
The Historical Sights We Lost In The Last 5 Years
We tend to take things for granted. We’re used to seeing beautiful nature and gorgeous architecture and tend to think that if it survived hundreds of years before us, it will be here for hundreds of years from now. But that’s just simply not true. If we don’t learn to take care of our surroundings we will ruin them and be left with nothing.
6 Fiercest Female Warriors in History
For the longest time, the kitchen was considered a woman’s place, and their duties were limited to being a housewife and raising children. But even under these inhumane limitations, there have been women throughout history, who were forced by the circumstances to take up arms and protect their lives and their land. One could say they did a much better job than men!
6 Historical Events That are Lies (Along With One That’s True!)
You might be surprised to discover that a lot of the stuff you were taught about history is complete BS. Oh, you aren’t surprised?
7 Famous People Who Were Willing To Laugh at Themselves
From time to time you’ll discover that some famous people are willing to set their ego aside and let the world know that they’re not above making fun of themselves.
7 Most Badass Women of WWII
Spies, aviators, soldiers, snipers – men were not the only ones who showed courage, ingenuity, and determination during World War II. During that time, there were thousands of amazing women who showed courage, skill, and energy, just like their husbands, fathers, and brothers. It is very likely that you have not heard anything about these women before, but here are 7 most badass ladies of WWII.
8 Amazing Facts About Ancient Egypt
Ancient Egypt is probably the most interesting period in our history. Despite all our fascination with it, and our research into its enigmatic past, there’s still a lot about Ancient Egypt that we don’t yet know.
The Greatest Legendary Weapons of All Time
Every great fantasy story revolves around a hero or villain who wields a marvelous weapon of legend. Some weapons are more legendary than others of course, and it only makes sense that we’d make a list of the most awesome ones.
People Famous For Things They Didn’t Do
Some people can reach a level of fame that makes their name transcend time itself, being known by many generations after their death. Usually this is because they did something truly unique in their lives.
7 Of The Most Famous Queens In History
Let’s take a look at some queens that had an amazing impact on history – good or bad.
