An 11th-century tapestry that depicts the Norman Conquest of England has captivated many researchers and historians who laid their eyes on it. However, one faction in World War II seemed to have an unhealthy obsession with it. The Nazis thought of reclaiming a symbol of
Queen Victoria is one of history's most iconic monarchs. She ruled the United Kingdom of Great Britain and Ireland for more than six decades and left a huge mark on British history and culture. Her reign was known as the Victorian era and was a
The world's first synthetic pigment is known as Egyptian blue and holds significance across different cultures around the world. The striking color was originally created by Egyptians, and it was used to decorate numerous objects in their cultures, including humble pottery pieces all the way
Documents about a proposed military plan have come to light surrounding the Vietnam War. The plan was codenamed "Fracture Jaw" and would have implemented nuclear weapons in the Vietnam War as a contingency. The plan would have targeted North Vietnamese positions and supply lines despite
In July 1518, Strasbourg (then part of the Holy Roman Empire) witnessed one of history’s most bizarre epidemics: the Dancing Plague. For weeks, hundreds of people danced uncontrollably in the streets, ignoring exhaustion, injuries, and even death. This phenomenon, which claimed dozens of lives, remains a
President John F. Kennedy's assassination on November 22, 1963, was one of the most pivotal and tragic events in American history. However, years before, there was another attempt on his life, which was overshadowed by his assassination. The first attempt was made by Richard Paul
The Montgomery bus boycott began on December 5, 1955, and was an important event in the American civil rights movement. It all began when Rosa Parks, who was on a Montgomery, Alabama bus, refused to give up her seat to a white person, fighting against
Ancient Egypt glowed with gold tombs, massive pyramids, and mysterious gods. But beneath the shiny surface hid a harsh reality. Corruption, power, and oppression defined this civilization as much as culture and art. Let's dig up the dark side of Egypt's so-called 'golden age'. An Inequality-Based
Every year, we take to the streets and the homes of friends and family to celebrate a variety of holidays that make us feel like we are all part of something bigger. But do we really know the true origins of these holidays, which see
Fascinating stories in history have captivated the imagination of people for centuries, but sometimes, as details of these stories become lost, their reliability comes into question. From whimsical tales of fairies to forgeries, here are some of history's biggest hoaxes and myths. Cottingley Fairies In Cottingley, England,
