Discover pivotal events, influential figures, and narratives throughout History that have shaped civilizations and cultures across the globe.
A recent genetic study has significantly contributed to settling a long-standing debate regarding the Anglo-Saxon migration to Britain.
Discover the surprising impact that King Louis IX had on medieval history.
In the legends of King Arthur, the legendary king is occasionally presented as having brothers. What do we know about these obscure figures?
While European Christians considered the Vikings to be heathens from the north, the Sami were the northern neighbors whom the Vikings considered “other.”
William the Conqueror conquered England in 1066—but was he seen as a visionary ruler or a ruthless oppressor?
The word “inventor” is typically associated with adults. Yet, throughout US history, many Americans younger than 21 researched, designed, and developed incredible innovations.
The burgeoning sense of nationhood in Brazil as well as political instability in Portugal led to Brazil’s declaration of independence in 1822.
Storming in from North Africa, the Moors conquered Spain from 711 CE on. Their 700-year rule of Iberia would profoundly influence Europe’s architecture and science.