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Top 7 American WWII Generals Ranked by Global Impact

Ranking the top seven American WWII generals by their global impact, exploring how their leadership on the front lines and in the halls of power secured an Allied victory and built the foundations of the postwar world.

How Women Lived and Worked in Ancient Mesopotamia

From Sumer to Assyria and beyond, women played a significant role in the societies of ancient Mesopotamia.

Why the Temple of Artemis Was the Greatest Wonder of the World

The Temple of Artemis at Ephesus was so magnificent that it was considered one of the seven wonders of the ancient world.

ANCIENT HISTORY

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How Did Ancient Romans Celebrate the Winter Solstice?
19 hours ago • Joslyn Felicijan
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7 Engineering Marvels of the Colosseum That Still Baffle Architects
a day ago • Greg Beyer
How Women Lived and Worked in Ancient Mesopotamia

From Sumer to Assyria and beyond, women played a significant role in the societies of ancient Mesopotamia.

Why the Temple of Artemis Was the Greatest Wonder of the World

The Temple of Artemis at Ephesus was so magnificent that it was considered one of the seven wonders of the ancient world.

The Persian King Darius III Who Fought Against Alexander the Great

The story of Darius III, the last king of Achaemenid Persia, was much greater than just losing Persia to Alexander the Great.

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6 Thinkers Who Shaped the Zionist Movement in the 19-20th Centuries
11 hours ago • Patrick Bodovitz
Hannibal and the Battle of Cape Ecnomus
How Hannibal’s Siege of Saguntum Sparked the Second Punic War
2 days ago • Patrick Bodovitz
Top 7 American WWII Generals Ranked by Global Impact

Ranking the top seven American WWII generals by their global impact, exploring how their leadership on the front lines and in the halls of power secured an Allied victory and built the foundations of the postwar world.

Why Voltaire Said the Holy Roman Empire Was Neither Holy Nor Roman Nor an Empire

Voltaire called the Holy Roman Empire “neither Holy, nor Roman, nor an Empire.” Was he right? We put this iconic insult to the historical test.

How the Medieval Religious Movement of the Lollards Laid the Seeds of the Reformation

Discover one of medieval Europe’s most influential religious movements: the Lollards.

 
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PHILOSOPHY

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The Ancient Yet Relevant Morning Routine of Emperor Marcus Aurelius
2 days ago • Igor Zanetti
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What If Cephalopods Are the Closest Thing to Alien Intelligence?
5 days ago • Magnus Wijkander
The Ancient Yet Relevant Morning Routine of Emperor Marcus Aurelius

One of the most famous Stoic philosophers and the emperor of Rome, Marcus Aurelius, was known for giving the utmost importance to his morning routine.

What Is 4E Cognition? The Theory That Will Change the Way You Think of Your Own Mind

4E cognition takes a holistic view of cognition, as shaped by our body and environment, in opposition to the traditional view of the mind as closed off and decompositional.

The Vedanta School of Philosophy That Sought to Break the Cycle of Birth, Death, and Rebirth

Vedānta transformed the ancient Vedas into a rigorous metaphysical project. Its central debate is centered on non-dualism and theism.

ART & ARTISTS

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How the Collapse of the Byzantine Empire Fueled the Renaissance
3 days ago • Suzanne Pearson
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How Polyptychs Transformed Religious Art
4 days ago • Suzanne Pearson
Katana vs. Saber: A Closer Look at Two Iconic Blades

How does a samurai's katana truly compare to a cavalry saber? We explore the history, combat use, and cultural roles of these legendary blades.

Why Did the Britons Stop Using the Name ‘Arthur’ After King Arthur?

According to some researchers, there is evidence that the medieval Britons avoided using the name “Arthur” after the time of King Arthur. Why?

Dadaism: 12 Iconic Artworks From The Dada Art Movement

The Dada period rebelled against the dominant political and cultural narrative. Here are major Dadaist paintings, sculptures, and collages.

TRAVEL & CULTURE

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How to Spot Portugal’s Manueline Architecture and Where to See the Best
6 days ago • Inês Tito
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The True Origins of 12 Famous Italian Foods
7 days ago • Laura Pattara
The World’s 10 Most Significant Ancient Sites to See in Your Lifetime

From pyramids and temples to lost jungle cities, these ten ancient monuments remain among the greatest achievements of early civilizations.

10 Highlights You Must See at the Metropolitan Museum of Art, New York

From the Egyptian temple of Dendur to Van Gogh's self-portrait, don't miss the Met's best highlights. Here's the ultimate must-see list for your visit.

The First Land Found: 10 Historical Sites to Visit in Madeira

Madeira is a Portuguese archipelago off the coast of Morocco. You might have heard of its natural beauty, yet Madeira is so much more.

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How Ezra’s Return Changed Jerusalem’s Future After the Babylonian Exile
5 days ago • Eben De Jager
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Why the Book of Job Is the Bible’s Hardest Question About Suffering
6 days ago • Eben De Jager
Why the Catholic Church Tried to Erase the Scandalous Pope Benedict IX From History

Benedict IX was a scandalous pope who held the office three separate times. His pontificates were ones the Catholic Church would rather forget.

What Was the Land of Canaan That Appears in the Bible?

The land of Canaan features prominently in the Old Testament. Where did the name come from, where is it, and why is it so significant?

The Principles and Core Beliefs of the Quaker Faith

The Quakers trace their origins to England during the 1600s and they played a significant role in the colonies of the New World.

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The Life and Genius of Mary Shelley, the Literary Giant Who Wrote Frankenstein
13 hours ago • Dr. Victoria C. Roskams
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The Secret History of Silk in Ancient China
5 days ago • Mike Cohen
The Villain of Robin Hood: The True History of King John of England

King John of England is one of history’s most memorable and celebrated kings, whose name has entered the realms of myth and legend.

How European Imperialism Chased Resources From Columbus to the Modern Global South

Why did the powers of Europe decide to spend resources and manpower claiming and seizing vast tracts of Africa, the Western Hemisphere, Asia, and the Pacific?

Blue Fugates: The True Story of Kentucky’s Blue People

The Blue Fugates of Troublesome Creek baffled science for decades, until a rare mutation that caused the color was discovered.

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