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The Snake-Worshipping, Fur-Wearing Woman Who Made Alexander Great
What do you know about the mother of Alexander the Great? It's not a trick question. The woman who gave birth to one of history's military greats has been much obscured by the long, dark shadow of history. Short of a few awkward caricatures in film, little has been brought into focus about the infamous Olympias of Molossia.
E.B. JohnsonPublished 14 days ago in HistoryRaise a clenched fist to International Women's Day
Not for me to say what International Women's Day should be or what it should celebrate. I only say what it used to be, what it started out as, in the melting pot of European and American red revolutionary movements of the early 20th century.
Raymond G. TaylorPublished 2 months ago in HistoryThe Police Detective Who Caught…Himself?
Sherlock Holmes, Nancy Drew, Perry Mason, and Magnum P.I. are all well-known fictional detectives throughout our time. However, have you ever heard of Robert Ledru? Probably not.
Kassondra O'HaraPublished 2 months ago in HistoryThey Come from Below
“Shhh, you can’t say anything, or the monsters will get you,” his sister Emily whispered in the pitch-black room. Joseph nodded, scared if he moved his head too much, it would hear his hair rustling, but he would be quiet. He always was.
Matthew FrommPublished 3 months ago in HistoryChasing Myself
I'm not old. I hope to be one day, but I suppose everyone does, in some way or another. Most people don't fantasize of wrinkles or denture cream or canes, practical shoes or non-slip bath mats. I can't say I've ever daydreamed about what retirement home any future family will put me in. I can only hope I make it that far.
Caitlin MitchellPublished 4 months ago in HistoryOne Woman's Survival in the Soviet Gulag Camps
Else Rutgers is ninety-two and was one of the very few foreign nationals who survived the Soviet Gulag camps. Gulag camps began in the Soviet Union in 1919 and were a system of concentration and correctional labour camps.
Sam H ArnoldPublished 4 months ago in HistoryThe 12 Days of Christmas Controversy
Some people are positive that today is the first day of the 12 Days of Christmas... Partridge in a Pear Tree and all that. To them- this will be an awkward read that might get them a bit 'het up'. Nonetheless, we will carry forward.
Judey KalchikPublished 5 months ago in HistoryThe Posthumous Execution of Oliver Cromwell
Some events from history are so strange that we should all take a moment, look back, and collectively say WTF. This is one of those. It's about a man so hated that his corpse was dug up for the sole purpose of mutilating it because being dead wasn't good enough (bad enough?) for those who hated him. Can you think of anything more hate-fueled that could happen to a dead body?
J.A. HernandezPublished 5 months ago in History
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Dwarka: Lost City of the Gods - Unveiling the Myth and the Might
Embark on a captivating journey to unveil the secrets of Dwarka, the legendary city intricately linked to Lord Krishna. Buckle up, because this tale is a mesmerizing blend of mythology, science, and the quest to rewrite history.
10 Mysterious Moving Statues Science Can't Explain!
Mysterious Moving Statues Science Can't Explain! Here are some of the most mysterious statues in the world which were caught moving on camera! From a scary statue in Mexico that cries to a golden Buddha statue that moves around and emits light in a creepy yet amazing way that scientists can't explain!
Gilbert Ay-ayen. JrPublished about 9 hours ago in HistoryWhy They Stopped Building Statues on Easter Island
Easter Island is one of the most isolated islands in the world. Once, it was covered with forests filled with different trees and ferns. But when the first humans came to the island around 400 CE, the forests slowly began to disappear. And starting from 1250 CE, Moai Statues began appearing all over the place. People made them from different types of rock: compressed volcanic ash, basalt, trachyte, and red scoria.
Gilbert Ay-ayen. JrPublished about 9 hours ago in HistoryAccidental Discoveries Worth Millions
The most fascinating unplanned discovery I've made in my life was finding a $10 bill in an old winter jacket. Some people are luckier, uncovering ancient underground cities or inventing something that makes them millionaires. Velcro was created after a routine stroll in the woods. Kellogg's Corn Flakes were inspired by a chipped tooth. And Plato saved a business empire from collapse by chance.
Gilbert Ay-ayen. JrPublished about 10 hours ago in HistoryTerrifying Unsolved Mysteries FINALLY Answered
Propitiating the past of humankind lies story that lost in the ether where mysterious and eerie is united, puzzling us in what that taught us. This collection of perplexing puzzles, some of them grim and still others incomprehensible, has gripped many generations, and their asking of answers stays as a trail of questions. However, the sun fades in the distance, but there are still times of illumination—moments when clouds go aside and the truth becomes clear under the rays of the sun. Come along with us on a trip through the chronicles of solved mysteries, where hunter for truth insatiably plow the depths of time to capture the secrets held in the past.
Amine OubihPublished about 22 hours ago in HistoryWhy Russia Feared Joseph Stalin
For twenty-five years Russia was under the severe rule of one of the most inhuman and brutal dictators who ever existed, a man whose power was so extensive that dissenting opinion wasn`t enough for not only getting out of public life but even out of photographs. Joseph Stalin was called Ioseb Dzhugashvili in his early years and till now he is the monumental figure not only for the triumph in the World War II but for the power he held over the Soviet Union.
Amine OubihPublished about 22 hours ago in HistorySomething Strange Happens When You Follow Einstein's Math
In the vast expanse of the cosmos, there exist enigmatic phenomena that defy our conventional understanding of the universe. Among these cosmic mysteries, black holes stand as some of the most intriguing and elusive entities, captivating the imagination of scientists and laypeople alike. Yet, delving into the depths of these cosmic behemoths unveils not just the mysteries of the universe but also the profound legacy of one of the greatest scientific minds in history: Albert Einstein.
Blessing OguntimehinPublished about 23 hours ago in HistoryHow CIA Stole Declassified Information From Russia
Man is impressed with the few matchless spies envisioned in the history, and it’s the to-and-fro intelligence wars between the CIA and the KGB during the cold war that stands out. It is not difficult to understand the context. The corruption of generals who sell state information to spies and planes that are shot down over enemy territories, as well as endless proxy wars whose death toll is increasing, makes it difficult to define the real winner. We shall uncover how a real-life spy against spy campaign unfolds from what we have at the end whether anyone has an overwhelming win or not.
Amine OubihPublished a day ago in History
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