While many will know the name of Jack Dempsey, America’s dominant boxer of the 1920’s, many … Jack Dempsey Vs. Jess Willard 1919: The Most Brutal Fight In HistoryRead more
The Successful First Modern Olympics in 1896
In 1896 located in Athens, Greece, the first modern Summer Olympics took place between April 6-15th. … The Successful First Modern Olympics in 1896Read more
Archaeologists Investigate Legendary King Arthur’s Birthplace
Just off the coast of Cornwall, England lies the birthplace of King Arthur. Archaeologists have been … Archaeologists Investigate Legendary King Arthur’s BirthplaceRead more
Oregon Tries to Reconcile the Past at Rogue River
“[The Indian War is] very fresh in our family stories, how [my grandmother’s father] by some … Oregon Tries to Reconcile the Past at Rogue RiverRead more
The Roman Curse: Gold Tablets Discovered in Serbia
“We found that Christians and pagans were buried together and we can conclude that, at the … The Roman Curse: Gold Tablets Discovered in SerbiaRead more
History’s Badasses: William Wallace
“I could not be a traitor to Edward, for I was never his subject.” – William … History’s Badasses: William WallaceRead more
Battles That Made History: Salamis Bay
Last week on Battles That Made History, we covered the famous Siege of Yorktown. It was the … Battles That Made History: Salamis BayRead more
Human Sacrifice Found Near Mount Lykaion
A recent discovery of human remains has got experts puzzled. Archaeologists have found the remains of … Human Sacrifice Found Near Mount LykaionRead more
The Life of George Orwell
Known for classics such as Animal Farm and Nineteen Eighty-Four. George Orwell is still relevant today. … The Life of George OrwellRead more
Clara Barton’s Extraordinary Work as a Nurse
Clarissa “Clara” Harlowe Barton, an American Civil War nurse, is most notably known for being the … Clara Barton’s Extraordinary Work as a NurseRead more