Discover pivotal events, influential figures, and narratives throughout History that have shaped civilizations and cultures across the globe.
The tomb of Cyrus the Great was constructed in 530 BCE, but its original purpose was forgotten over the centuries and had to be rediscovered.
Merlin is one of the most popular figures from the Arthurian legends, often reimagined in modern retellings. What do the original stories say about the wizard?
The Indian Ocean trade was the catalyst for Christopher Columbus’ 1492 voyage to find an alternate route to India, the center of this vast trade network.
Who wrote the epic poem Beowulf, when, and why? What value does it have as a historical source for life in the Norse world during the pre-Viking Age?
Feudalism shaped medieval life in Europe for hundreds of years. However, it was decimated by the Black Death, along with other factors.
In the High Middle Ages, a new clerical class emerged who redefined what it meant to be Christian, and led the persecution of those defined as “other.”
Learn about the layouts, security measures, and some of the most famous examples of Japanese castles.
The Battle of Kursk in the summer of 1943 was the largest tank battle in World War II, and possibly in history, with over 8,000 tanks deployed.