This Secret Invention Changed the Course of WW2
Let’s take a closer look at the proximity fuze, also called Vt Fuze, an invention that changed the course of the second World War.
Important Weapons from World War II Still in Use Today
World War II ended almost 80 years ago, but some of the weapons from the war are still in use today.
4 Ancient Roman Treasures Destroyed in World War II
World War II is the most destructive military conflict in history. Among the too many losses brought by the devastating war were 4 priceless Roman treasures...
The Real Story Behind the Most Famous War Poster
The famous 'We Can Do It!' poster is one of the cultural symbols of World War II, but not many know the story behind it...
The Art Dealer Who Had to Prove His Paintings Are...Fake?
Learn about one of the strangest trials in history, that of the Dutch art forger Han van Meegeren and his dubious relations with the Nazis
I've Never Heard This Amazing Tale From the 2nd World War
This is going to be one of the most amazing stories you've ever heard. I guarantee it.
What Happened to the Great Library of Alexandria?
The Great Library of Alexandria was one of the biggest libraries of the ancient world. Alas, most of the scrolls held in the mythical library are now lost...
Uncover the Secrets of Pompeii’s Greatest Treasures
Take a drip through history and uncover some of the biggest treasures from the ancient city of Pompeii.
How Two Fake Policemen Stole $500 Million Worth of Art
In 1990, 13 works of art, valued at $500 million in total, were stolen from a museum in Boston. This is how the fake policemen conducted this mysterious heist.
The Innovation That Helped the Allies Win World War II
In world War II Donald Bailey came up with an innovation that allowed the allies' tanks to cross bodies of water, and consequently win the war...
The World’s First Empire Rose From a Dry Desert
Long before the Ancient Greeks and Romans, there was the Sumerian Empire. How did the world's first empire rise in seemingly impossible conditions?
Discover the Weirdest Foods From Ancient Roman Cuisine
Take a look at the kind of food that was eaten in ancient Rome. It isn't as exotic as you think...
So this is How a Day as an Ancient Greek Architect Was!
Travel back in history and learn all about the life of an ancient Greek architect in this video.
How Come Humans are The Only Species To Have Language?
Language allows us to express an unlimited number of things, and humans are the only species capable of it. How did all came to be?
Fun History: How Pink Became the ‘Official’ Girls’ Color
It seems like a natural law of the world at this point, but actually, pink wasn’t always associated with girls. This video explains how the phenomenon began.
The Terrible and Unexpected Results of Prohibition
Delve into a fascinating chapter in American history with this video, which explains why prohibition failed and shouldn't be attempted ever again
The Real Reason Why the Mona Lisa is SO Famous
Why is the Mona Lisa the most famous painting in the world? What makes it special? Watch to find out the true story behind Da Vinci's masterpiece
A Fascinating History of the New Year’s Eve
Did you know that New Year's hasn’t always been celebrated on January 1?
Did You Know That Ancient Romans Traveled to China?
This video will take you through the farthest points on the globe reached by Ancient Roman voyagers.
What Were the Best Paid Jobs in Ancient Rome?
This post answers the intriguing question - which workers had the best-paying jobs in Ancient Rome?
The Four Holy Grails of History
Did you know that there have been not one, not two, but four ancient artifacts that were mistaken for the Holy Grail?
Weaponry in the Middle Ages Was Truly Extraordinary
Weapons in the Middle Ages were truly unusual and extraordinary. Some were so remarkable that they sound made up!
Why Was the Recipe of Concrete Lost in the Middle Ages?
Ancient Romans invented concrete millennia ago. But then, in the Middle Ages, the recipe of concrete has been forgotten for centuries...
The Reason Why No One Ever Smiles In Old Photographs
Discover the real cultural and technological reasons behind the serious faces in old portrait photographs.
Discover the Story of This Little-Known Medieval Kingdom
Discover the origins of the little-known kingdom of the Isles that existed way back in the 840s.
Car Designs Have Changed SO Much Over the Last Century
A classic car expert provides an in-depth analysis of the last 100 years of car design.
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