Discover pivotal events, influential figures, and narratives throughout History that have shaped civilizations and cultures across the globe.
The United States is home to many Chinatowns, and New York City’s Manhattan neighborhood is especially notable for its vibrant cultural contributions.
An autogolpe, or “self-coup,” occurs when a leader who came to power legitimately overthrows their own government to perpetuate themselves in or consolidate power.
Witchcraft and occult practices have fascinated humanity since ancient times. Here are the meanings behind some of the most important witchcraft symbols.
A hero of great repute and fame, Lawrence of Arabia was an interesting and complex figure in British and Arab military history.
Lady Bird Johnson, former First Lady of the United States, is remembered as a passionate conservationist and civil rights supporter.
Throughout British history, the Isle of Wight has been both a strategic position at the center of conflicts, and a popular holiday destination.
The Ottoman Empire is legendary, but the story of its founder, Osman I, is as mysterious as it is compelling.
A new publication by the British Museum aims to challenge embedded myths about Japanese samurai by placing them in historical context.