The Mayan civilization have gone down in history for their ingenuity and their mystery. Having built … Mayan Mysteries: 5 Strange Facts About The Lost CivilizationRead more
Why April 9, 1865 Ended the Confederacy
On April 9, 1865, Robert E. Lee surrendered to Ulysses S. Grant at Appomattox Court House. Here’s what happened, why the Confederacy lost, and why it still matters.
Why Dead Submariners Sit at Their Stations
When sunken submarines are found, crews are often still seated at their posts. Here are 5 hard reasons why, from rapid deaths to strict naval training.
History’s Nutcases: Lord Byron
Last time on History’s Nutcases, we met the peculiar Sir George Sitwell, who had a strange obsession … History’s Nutcases: Lord ByronRead more
The Irish Woman Who Shot Mussolini
In 1926, Irish aristocrat Violet Gibson shot Benito Mussolini at close range, grazing his nose. She missed, was declared insane, and vanished into an asylum.
Roman Phallic Charms vs Modern Sex Toys
They look similar, but Roman phallus carvings were apotropaic charms, not sex toys. Compare their origins, uses, outcomes, and legacy from Rome to today.
What If Medieval Marginalia Were Secret Codes?
Medieval manuscripts are full of odd little creatures in the margins. What if those doodles were secret codes or social commentary? A grounded what-if.
I Will Survive: Incredible Survival Tales From WWII
The Second World War was one of the most important and devastating events in recent history. … I Will Survive: Incredible Survival Tales From WWIIRead more
Cavemen Were Smart: What Prehistoric Life Was Really Like
Cavemen were not stupid brutes. They were adaptable, social, and inventive humans. Here’s what prehistoric life was actually like and why it still matters.
How Tall Were Medieval Knights? 5 Things To Know
Were Hundred Years War knights really huge? A historian explains 5 key facts about medieval height, armor, diet, and why artists kept drawing giants.