As folk lore would have it, life in the Middle Ages was deeply depressing. Unless you … Life In The Middle Ages: Hell Or Heaven?Read more
European History
Isabella I of Castile: The Queen that Sponsored Columbus
Isabella I of Castile ruled as Queen of Castile and León from December 11, 1474 until … Isabella I of Castile: The Queen that Sponsored ColumbusRead more
The Stories From WW III Won’t Be Like These WW II Mysteries
In the recent movie, Snowden, about the man by the same name, the head of CIA … The Stories From WW III Won’t Be Like These WW II MysteriesRead more
Danish Archaeologists Have Matched a 300-Year-Old Poo to a 17th-Century Bishop
While we don’t normally think of someone’s bathroom habits as valuable insight into their life, archaeologists … Danish Archaeologists Have Matched a 300-Year-Old Poo to a 17th-Century BishopRead more
Victor Hugo’s Inspiration for Les Misérables: The June Rebellion of 1832
The June Rebellion, also known as the Paris Uprising of 1832, took place between June 5-6, … Victor Hugo’s Inspiration for Les Misérables: The June Rebellion of 1832Read more
Carl Schurz: Avid Nineteenth Century German-American Politician
An accomplished journalist and orator, German born Carl Christian Schurz became the first elected member of … Carl Schurz: Avid Nineteenth Century German-American PoliticianRead more
A Danish Archaeologist Has Discovered How the Vikings Really Fought
According to Danish archaeologist Rolf Warming, our preconceived notions about how Vikings really behaved in combat … A Danish Archaeologist Has Discovered How the Vikings Really FoughtRead more
That One Time The Pope Banned Cats And It Caused The Black Plague
Before you accuse me of clickbait, hear me out. The Black Plague did happen. It’s believed … That One Time The Pope Banned Cats And It Caused The Black PlagueRead more
Spanish Salem: The Notorious Witch Trials Of The Basque Country
Speak the word “Salem” out loud and chances are that most people will understand what it … Spanish Salem: The Notorious Witch Trials Of The Basque CountryRead more
6 Facts About Vikings Your History Teacher Didn’t Tell You
We know a lot about Vikings thanks to the number of elaborate burials and historical texts … 6 Facts About Vikings Your History Teacher Didn’t Tell YouRead more