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1.8 Million Years Ago, Two Extinct Humans Had One Of The Gnarliest Deaths In HistoryThe Gnarliest Deaths In History? Two Extinct Humans Met A Gruesome End 1.8 Million Years AgoWhen you're tucked away in the safety of your home tonight, spare a thought for these two ancient human relatives whose lives in East Africa ended around 1.8 million years ago in a deeply undignified fashion: mauled to pieces by a crocodile and, somehow, chewed over by a leopard-like...0 Comments 0 Shares 226 Views
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10 Forgotten African Kingdoms That Helped Shape the Continent and Echo Through History10 Forgotten African Kingdoms That Helped Shape the Continent and Echo Through History - History Collection 5. The Kingdom of Ife Image Source: Wikimedia Commons. At the spiritual heart of the Yoruba people, the Kingdom of Ife flourished between the 11th and 15th centuries, gaining renown for its astonishing artistic legacy. Ife’s naturalistic bronze and...0 Comments 0 Shares 689 Views
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10 Legendary Warriors from Asian History You’ve Never Heard Of10 Legendary Warriors from Asian History You’ve Never Heard Of - History Collection 4. Lachit Borphukan (India, Assam) An Assamese warrior clad in traditional armor stands valiantly by the riverbank, ready for the historic Battle of Saraighat. | Photo by Pixabay on Pexels Lachit Borphukan stands as a legendary defender of Assam, renowned for his leadership...0 Comments 0 Shares 688 Views
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10 Most Famous UFO Sightings Throughout History10 Most Famous UFO Sightings Throughout History - History Collection 1. The Roswell Incident (1947) At Fort Worth Army Air Field, Major Jesse A. Marcel of Houma, La holding piece of foil lined material related to Roswell, New Mexico, UFO incident, 07/08/1947 Credit: Wikimedia Commons The Roswell Incident stands as perhaps the most iconic UFO case in history. In...0 Comments 0 Shares 754 Views
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10 Remarkable Women Who Shaped History but Are Often Overlooked10 Remarkable Women Who Shaped History but Are Often Overlooked 1. Ching Shih Source: Wikipedia In early 19th-century China, Ching Shih rose from humble beginnings to become one of history’s most powerful pirates. Commanding a fleet of up to 80,000 men and hundreds of ships, she defied imperial navies and European colonial forces alike. Ching Shih...0 Comments 0 Shares 703 Views
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10 Revolutionary Movements History Got All Wrong10 Revolutionary Movements History Got All Wrong - History Collection 1. The Haitian Revolution Image Source: Wikimedia Commons. Often dismissed as simply a violent slave revolt, the Haitian Revolution (1791-1804) was far more than that. It was a sophisticated fight for liberty, justice, and human rights, orchestrated by visionary leaders like Toussaint...0 Comments 0 Shares 686 Views
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10 Times a Single Person Altered the Course of History10 Times a Single Person Altered the Course of History - History Collection 1. Alexander the Great “Alexander the Great stands tall and resolute, commanding his army with unyielding determination against a stormy backdrop.” | Image from commons.wikimedia.org (Creative Commons Licensed) By the time he was just 30 years old, Alexander the Great had forged one of...0 Comments 0 Shares 598 Views
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11 Of The Biggest Hummus Recalls In US History11 Of The Biggest Hummus Recalls In US History...0 Comments 0 Shares 262 Views
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11 Pioneering Explorers Who Changed the Course of History11 Pioneering Explorers Who Changed the Course of History 2. Christopher Columbus Portrait of Columbus by Aliprando Caprioli. Source: Wikipedia In 1492, Christopher Columbus set sail across the Atlantic under the Spanish flag, seeking a new route to Asia but instead landing in the Americas. His daring expedition marked a turning point in world...0 Comments 0 Shares 618 Views
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12 Ancient Scripts Deciphered in the Last Decade That Have Changed Our Understanding of History12 Ancient Scripts Deciphered in the Last Decade That Have Changed Our Understanding of History 1. The Elamite Linear Script Source: Wikipedia In a landmark study, scholars recently deciphered significant portions of the Elamite Linear script, unearthed in Iran. This breakthrough has illuminated the inner workings of Elamite administration, revealing...0 Comments 0 Shares 649 Views
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12 Biggest Tomato Recalls In HistoryBiggest Tomato Recalls In History...0 Comments 0 Shares 2K Views
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10 Ancient Egypt Myths Shattered by Modern Archaeology10 Ancient Egypt Myths Shattered by Modern Archaeology - History Collection 4. Hieroglyphs Are Just Picture Writing Image Source: Wikimedia Commons. Many believe Egyptian hieroglyphs are simply pictures that tell a story, but archaeology proves otherwise. Hieroglyphs form a complex writing system combining phonetic signs, logograms, and determinatives. Thanks to...0 Comments 0 Shares 743 Views
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10 Ancient Roman Innovations That Shape Our Modern World10 Ancient Roman Innovations That Shape Our Modern World 3. Concrete and Construction Pompey’s Pillar, Sarapaion, Alexandria, Egypt. Source: Wikipedia The Romans revolutionized building with their invention of concrete, a material that proved stronger and more adaptable than anything previously known. This innovation enabled the creation of enduring landmarks...0 Comments 0 Shares 620 Views
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10 Archaeological Discoveries That Confirm Biblical Events10 Archaeological Discoveries That Confirm Biblical Events - History Collection 5. Hezekiah’s Tunnel “Venture into the ancient past with a mystifying view of Hezekiah’s Tunnel, a testament to innovative engineering and historical intrigue.” | Image from www.flickr.com (Creative Commons Licensed) Beneath the city of Jerusalem lies Hezekiah’s Tunnel, an impressive...0 Comments 0 Shares 688 Views
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10 Asian Monuments at Risk: How Urban Growth Is Threatening Cultural Icons10 Asian Monuments at Risk: How Urban Growth Is Threatening Cultural Icons - History Collection 2. Taj Mahal (India) Image Source: Wikimedia Commons. The Taj Mahal stands as an enduring symbol of love, yet it’s under constant siege from Agra’s urban pressures. Rising air pollution and traffic congestion have led to the marble’s visible discoloration and...0 Comments 0 Shares 1K Views
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10 Events That Made the U.S. a Superpower10 Events That Made the U.S. a Superpower - History Collection 1. The Louisiana Purchase (1803) A detailed map of the Louisiana Purchase is displayed between portraits of Napoleon and Thomas Jefferson, highlighting historic expansion. | Photo by Wikipedia In 1803, the U.S. acquired the Louisiana Territory from France, instantly doubling its landmass. This...0 Comments 0 Shares 678 Views
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10 Fake Artifacts That Were Accepted as Real for Decades10 Fake Artifacts That Were Accepted as Real for Decades - History Collection 1. The Piltdown Man Delicate skull fragments unearthed at an archaeological dig are carefully displayed in a museum exhibit for study and admiration. | Photo by Wikipedia In 1912, the discovery of the Piltdown Man in Sussex, England, sent shockwaves through the scientific...0 Comments 0 Shares 613 Views
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10 Famous Structures That Were Destroyed10 Famous Structures That Were Destroyed - History Collection 1. The Bamiyan Buddhas (Afghanistan) Towering over the rugged cliffs of Afghanistan, the ancient Bamiyan Buddhas stand as silent guardians of history. | Photo by Wikipedia Towering over Afghanistan’s Bamiyan Valley for nearly 1,500 years, the Bamiyan Buddhas were masterpieces of ancient Buddhist art....0 Comments 0 Shares 617 Views
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10 Fashion Trends That Define Each Decade of the 20th Century10 Fashion Trends That Define Each Decade of the 20th Century - History Collection 2. The Bias-Cut Gown (1930s) A woman exudes Hollywood glamour in a shimmering bias-cut gown, embodying the timeless elegance of 1930s fashion. | Photo by cottonbro studio on Pexels The 1930s ushered in a new era of sophistication with the bias-cut gown. Pioneered by designers like...0 Comments 0 Shares 694 Views
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10 Foods People Used to Eat… and Why They Stopped10 Foods People Used to Eat… and Why They Stopped - History Collection 5. Brown Windsor Soup A steaming bowl of classic brown Windsor soup, rich with beef and vegetables, celebrates the heritage of British cuisine. | Photo by Harry Tucker on Pexels Once celebrated in Victorian Britain, Brown Windsor Soup was known for its hearty, meaty flavor and thick,...0 Comments 0 Shares 581 Views
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10 Forgotten Festivals: Celebrations That Defined Eras, Now Lost to Time10 Forgotten Festivals: Celebrations That Defined Eras, Now Lost to Time 1. Floralia – Blossoming in Ancient Rome Triumph of Flora by Tiepolo (ca. 1743), a scene based on Ovid‘s description of the Floralia. Source: Wikipedia The Floralia was one of ancient Rome’s most exuberant celebrations, dedicated to Flora, goddess of flowers and spring. Every April,...0 Comments 0 Shares 621 Views
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10 Hidden Asian American Landmarks You’ve Probably Never Heard Of10 Hidden Asian American Landmarks You’ve Probably Never Heard Of - History Collection 2. Filipino American National Historical Society Museum, Seattle Image Source: Wikimedia Commons. The Filipino American National Historical Society Museum in Seattle is a treasure trove dedicated to preserving the vibrant history of Filipino Americans. Unlike larger pan-Asian...0 Comments 0 Shares 1K Views
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