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From the western shores of Iberia to the eastern coasts of China, the ancient world was full of vast empires that left their legacy on world history.

Discover the seven most influential US generals ranked by their historical legacy, from George Washington to the architects of modern global power.

These lost ancient landmarks represent the height of human achievement. Uncover the dramatic stories of how they were erased from existence.

From the western shores of Iberia to the eastern coasts of China, the ancient world was full of vast empires that left their legacy on world history.

These lost ancient landmarks represent the height of human achievement. Uncover the dramatic stories of how they were erased from existence.

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

Discover the seven most influential US generals ranked by their historical legacy, from George Washington to the architects of modern global power.

The US Marine Corps had many officers who epitomized its culture of fearlessness. Lewis “Chesty” Puller in particular became a legend for his exploits.

The island of Ireland was partitioned by the Anglo-Irish Treaty of 1921. A century later, the island remains divided despite efforts at reunification.

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.

Here are ten Modern philosophers everyone should know, figures whose works not only defined their own era, but continue to influence how we think today.

Here’s an approachable summary of the most important figures of Ancient Greek Philosophy, their thoughts, and theories that stood the test of time.

Phoenix, Arizona has history, but the real stories are a short drive away. Discover old mining towns, frontier streets, and landmarks that built Arizona.

After a traumatic period under Communist rule, Albania is rapidly becoming a European tourist hotspot and welcomes travelers seeking to discover its diverse history.

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

Under the highest dome of the Hagia Sophia are the seraphim mosaics. Rediscovered within the last 20 years, these 700-year-old mosaics depict the highest-ranking angels.

Reciting the Lord’s Prayer is a spiritual discipline common to all denominations and traditions in the Christian faith. But what does it mean?

Few Christians realize that there were 40 days after the Resurrection in which Jesus performed his last acts before ascending.

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

The counterculture movement was the result of a generation that rejected social norms and traditional ways of previous decades.

The Black Consciousness Movement was a resistance movement during the apartheid era that restored the dignity of black South Africans.