In December of 1914, bitter battles were fought in the trenches along the western front of … The Christmas Truce of 1914Read more
European History
5 Historical Christmas Foods Most People Don’t Eat Anymore
The human race has been celebrating the holiday of Christmas for a very long time – … 5 Historical Christmas Foods Most People Don’t Eat AnymoreRead more
Who’s Who?: Santa Claus, Saint Nick, and Father Christmas
There’s three main names that get thrown around a lot during the Christmas Season. You’ve got … Who’s Who?: Santa Claus, Saint Nick, and Father ChristmasRead more
Hitler’s Nephew; The One Who Fought For The Allies
It was a cold day in Long Island that January 1939 when William “Willy” Patrick Hitler … Hitler’s Nephew; The One Who Fought For The AlliesRead more
A History of Locusta, The Black Widow Of Rome
Roman history is as long as it is packed with meticulous detail. Over the centuries of … A History of Locusta, The Black Widow Of RomeRead more
The History Behind 3 of Our Most Beloved Christmas Traditions
Nothing says Christmas more than snow on the ground outside, a fire burning in the fireplace, … The History Behind 3 of Our Most Beloved Christmas TraditionsRead more
Feline Fine: The Historical Development Of Cats In Society
Love them or hate them, there’s no point in admitting that house cats belong anywhere else … Feline Fine: The Historical Development Of Cats In SocietyRead more
History’s Nutcases: Jemmy Hirst
Last time on History’s Nutcases, we talked about the famous Romantic poet, Lord Byron, whose life was characterized … History’s Nutcases: Jemmy HirstRead more
7 Amusing Facts About the Victorian Era
The Victorian Era was a time of change, of innovation, and of really strange social values. … 7 Amusing Facts About the Victorian EraRead more
Krampusnacht: What Is It, and How Did it Start?
When most children in the world are thinking of a jolly, round old man with a … Krampusnacht: What Is It, and How Did it Start?Read more