Discover pivotal events, influential figures, and narratives throughout History that have shaped civilizations and cultures across the globe.
The Columbian Exchange refers to the exchange of ideas, diseases, cultures, crops, and populations between the so-called ‘New’ World and the ‘Old’ World.
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.
The katana has captured the imaginations of writers, artists, and would-be martial artists the world over. Cultures everywhere have produced similar weapons of equal quality.
The Medieval Church permeated almost every facet of society. It shaped Western culture since and left an indelible mark on humanity.
The katana is seen as an example of the supreme cutting sword, but it is far from the only one.
From the battlefield to the White House, Ulysses S. Grant's life story is one filled with rich experiences and controversy.
Ukrainian anarchist Nestor Makhno was among the factions who took advantage of the power vacuum left by the collapse of the Russian Empire in 1917.