“The name Elagabalus is branded in history above all others [because of his] unspeakably disgusting life.” … History’s Nutcases: Emperor ElagabalusRead more
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50 Stunningly Beautiful Actresses From The ’50s, ’60s, and ’70s
We wanted to feature some of the most stunning actresses throughout the golden years of Hollywood, … 50 Stunningly Beautiful Actresses From The ’50s, ’60s, and ’70sRead more
The Roman Empire Looked a Little Different, According to New Dig
“Until recently, who would have thought that Ipplepen village was once ‘plugged in’ to the Roman … The Roman Empire Looked a Little Different, According to New DigRead more
Battles That Made History: Hastings, 1066
It’s a battle that’s recorded in history textbooks all over the globe, and one of the … Battles That Made History: Hastings, 1066Read more
History’s 11 Most Magnificent Cities
We usually don’t tend to think of cities before the industrial revolution of the 19th and … History’s 11 Most Magnificent CitiesRead more
History’s Badasses: Lewis and Clark
“I could but esteem this moment of my departure as among the most happy of my … History’s Badasses: Lewis and ClarkRead more
Explorers Who Got Lost: Christopher Columbus and Vasco de Gama
During the fifteenth and sixteenth centuries, exploring was the thing to do. Europe was just now … Explorers Who Got Lost: Christopher Columbus and Vasco de GamaRead more
Unsolved Archaeology: Moai of Easter Island (Part I)
They stand in silence facing inward from the ocean, as if they are a line of … Unsolved Archaeology: Moai of Easter Island (Part I)Read more
5 Military Retreats That Saved the Day
Retreats usually spell defeat for the great generals of history. Many avoided it at all costs, … 5 Military Retreats That Saved the DayRead more
Utah’s Rock Art Might Be Thousands of Years Younger Than We Thought
At Utah’s Canyonlands National Park, on a remote sandstone wall, limbless anthropomorphic figures look down like … Utah’s Rock Art Might Be Thousands of Years Younger Than We ThoughtRead more