History & Archaeology

The history of the transatlantic slave trade still leaves a bitter taste in our mouths. What were its short-term effects on African society, and how do we feel its effects today?

The heritage and museum industry are constantly working to provide visitors with new methods for engaging with exhibitions and the stories they tell. This article explains how one digital map has pushed the boundaries about how we think, learn and interact with virtual exhibits and naval history.

Greek goddesses have fascinated for millennia. Famous goddess Athena to deeper-dive goddess Selene, these gals all stand for something relatable to today's female population. This fun, quick romp through the key characters helps you decide which fits your vibe.

A humble carpenter used greed and graft to make a fortune.

Learn about the Dublin Lockout in 1913 and strikes in Ireland. Working conditions in Ireland during 1913. Employment in the early 1900’s in Ireland was hard, dangerous and very badly paid. That is if the lower class could even get a job. Why The Irish Citizen Army was created with James Connolly

The early and mid-1960s were a special time in my life. In reflecting on those glory years, there were 17 fads of the 60s which I recall vividly and share with my readers in this article.

In 1936 the German Air Ministry (RLM) put out a requirement for a heavy bomber. Heinkel designed the He 177 to meet RLM specifications. The He 177’s design had four engines in two engine nacelles. Decisions related to this engine design gave it nicknames of “flaming coffins” and “flying fireworks.”

Moses was chosen by God to lead His people out of bondage. It was a long, hard journey, made even more difficult by those God had delivered from slavery, those He was guiding to the Promised Land, those who challenged Moses' authority. Korah was one of these people.

Top tips to creating a long-lasting legacy and be remembered for centuries with this article covering topics such as family, historical figures, entertainment, firsts, memorabilia, and more. Plus, discover famous legacy quotes and share your thoughts in our poll.

Soon after the Israelites celebrated their safe journey through the Red Sea, a passage only made possible by God for their deliverance from the Egyptians, a new journey would begin, the journey to Canaan.

It is recorded that in the 13th century B.C., a large group of Hebrews joined together in order to escape Egyptian bondage. The leader of these people was called Moses, who was the great-great grandson of Joseph. This is the story of Moses.

Cape Canaveral is in decay. The years 1960 - 1963 present some of the most turbulent in centuries. US sources stated that details would not be released until 100 years after the JFK assassination. Then, Marilyn Monroe was murdered, followed by deaths of RFK and Martin Luther King, Jr.

Discover intriguing facts about Adolf Hitler rise to power, his role in the Nazi Party, and the impact of his brutal regime, including the Holocaust.

Women stepped up during WW II, filling many different roles. Now, acknowledgment of the code breakers coming to light from secrecy is the acknowledgment of the code breakers. Thousand of women answered the call from the U.S. Army and Navy

This article first explains why it is necessary to learn about all kinds of history. It then suggests how to learn about family, local, state, national, world, and ancient history from primary and secondary sources.

Some of the world’s most beautiful gardens were set up by kings and emperors. Their love for flowers still benefits us. Here are a few such rulers who loved flowers and preserved them by building beautiful gardens for posterity.

The fateful Battle of Stamford bridge between King Harold Godwinson of England and King Harald Hardrada of Norway, which precipitated the Battle of Hastings in 1066. One solitary viking berserker stood on a bridge killing 40 Saxons by himself, and wounding many more.

At least one opinion site claims that the false Barony of Arizona was a machination of the Republican Party to pillage territories for secondary gain. What's the real story of the Baron of the 1800s?

While Dallas is the city President John F. Kennedy spent his last minutes in, it was actually Fort Worth where he spent his last day. Learn what happened in those precious hours in Fort Worth.

There's no other place to compare the United States of America to, because there has never been another like her! I refuse to sign on with group think; constantly berating, belittling, tearing down this Country which has given so much! Not a follower of group think, never have been, never will be!

Khiamniungan Is a tribe in the Indian State Of Nagaland. In order to understand the real meaning of Khiamniungan, it would be desirable to split/asunder these three syllables which have its own different specific meanings. The word 'Khiam' denotes Water, 'Niu'- Great, Ngan-Source. Cultural Names.

Southeastern American States have seen substantial contact among Native Americans and Europeans, along with other immigrants for centuries. This makes for an interesting multicultural region.

Those who achieved great wealth during the California Gold Rush provided prospectors with necessary services and mining supplies. Gold miners were second to entrepeneurs for amassing fortunes.

He was a man of the west. His history recounts bravery, daring, keen observation, business acumen, and many other characteristics. But when it comes to his adventures in Arizona, gold led to failure.

Native Americans in their 90s finally received their WWII medals just weeks after a US Senator likened his 21-hour speech chore to the Death March of Bataan.

Folktales about the different cultures and so much more to read about such tales.

Grangegorman Female Penitentiary was a prison in Dublin, Ireland. Here are the stories of some women and children who were imprisoned there. The Cholera epidemic in Ireland.

Hans Rudel was Germany's most highly decorated combat pilot of the Second World War. Known as the "Stuka Pilot" Rudel was shot down 29 times and survived to see the end of Adolf Hitler's Third Reich.

Nearly two and a half centuries after the fact, there remain unanswered questions about events during America's War of Independence.

Joseph Plunkett was an Irish soldier during the 1916 Easter Rising in Dublin, Ireland. He married Grace Gifford in Jail in the hours before he is executed. Joseph Plunkett was one of the leaders of the Easter Rising in 1916. They fought for Irish freedom from British rule.

President John F Kennedy at Arbour Hill Memorial Park in Dublin Ireland in 1963. When the 1916 Easter Rising was over the British Government executed 14 Irish soldiers and buried them in a pit in Dublin.

The story of a man who emerged from the drudgery of working in the Bengal Civil Service to perform acts of great risk and courage.

A political joke and many joining it in 1935 through 1949 seemed to split the two major American polital parties further and futher apart. In the events leading up to the war, The New Deal stimulated the nation's economy and created jobs. It also simulated political discent. However, one man was elected to 4 terms as US President for the only time in history, leading the nation throughout most of WWII. It would be up to others to rebuild the world from the nightmare of war.

A freedom fighter and religious leader, who is revered as God to this day, in his life span of under 25 years,

Superstitions of vampires were very real in and around New England. Mass hysteria was rampant among the people as they were unaware of the consumption or tuberculosis causing the deaths of whole families.

Kristallnacht, also known as "Night of Broken Glass," is often recognized as the start of the Holocaust, since this was the first time Nazi's showed their violent tendencies toward the Jewish.

Language is an important part of culture and of the personalities of the members of that culture. When a language becomes extinct and the last of the native speakers of that language dies, an entire culture is lost to us.

The history of totem poles around the Pacific Rim and Subpolar regions is many centuries old. In-depth research and interviewing from AD1700 to the present have revealed a global phenomenon previously unknown.

Civil rights activist, journalist, political candidate, and target of the FBI.

Blackface was first performed in America in the 1820s by T.D. "Big Daddy" Thomas Rice. Blackface, at the time, was mocking black culture as the butt of jokes and desensitizing white folk to the horrors of slaves.

Experiencing the early 50s as a young boy did a lot in defining my life. The Lone Ranger and Milwaukee Braves ballplayers became my heroes and role models. In this hub I recall the early 50s culture.

The killing ofHamas leader may make the Israelis think they have won the war but future actions by the iDF are important to secure a lasting peace.

The Indian military academy is the Sandhurst of Indian Army Officer cadre and has a hallowed name and is one of the best in the world where Officer Cadets fro 30 countries also train there.

In the 1880s, a huge red beast terrorized the Arizona Territory, and stories of its appearance grew more and more grotesque with each telling.

The epidemic of missing or murdered Indigenous women has gone on for hundreds of years. The lack of legal protection, failure of responsibility by law, government, and lack of media coverage.