Matt Whittaker

The year 500 CE was the year Belisarius, or “The Last Roman,” was born, whose brilliant military skills soon made the Eastern Roman Empire’s enemies wary.

Just how many descendents did the almighty Mongolian leader leave behind? Incredibly, the answer might span into the millions.

The late 13th-century Mongol juggernaut reigned as the world’s unyielding force. Yet Imperial Japan remained beyond reach, defeating Kublai Khan’s forces twice in 1274 and 1281.

There is no doubt that Genghis Khan is one of history’s most significant figures. But how tall was Genghis Khan, given all the myths and mysteries wrapped around him?

History’s biggest war snagged Italy on June 10, 1940. Though strong on the surface, Italy faced a host of issues that handicapped Mussolini’s ambitions of a new Roman Empire.

Sicily was a key point for trade during the 11th century, earning it the moniker as the ‘crossroads of the Mediterranean’.

Remarkable discoveries were made during the Islamic Golden Age, which laid the foundation for the study of physics as we know it.

The OSS, (Office of Strategic Services) was the first independent US intelligence agency, founded during World War II by President Roosevelt.