A panoramic exploration of World History and the civilizations, events, cultures, and figures that collectively shaped our world.
One of the most brutal episodes in human history, what happened in the Belgian Congo under King Leopold II is almost beyond belief.
Female espionage is often synonymous with sexpionage in popular culture. Discover how these Cold War spies slipped under the radar as writers, entertainers, and homemakers.
The economic importance of the Spice Islands explains why an Indonesian island was bartered for New York in the 17th century.
Revolutions are often defined by their leaders. In this article, six of history’s most prominent revolutionary figures are explained in detail.
The Han and Tang dynasties changed global history by introducing new tools to the world.
The Argentine military junta that lasted between 1976 and 1983 led a campaign of persecution against its own people known as the Dirty War.
By definition, the trade winds are prevailing winds blowing near the equator. And in the Age of Exploration, these airstreams reliably powered navigation, trade, and cultural exploration.
From Babylonian spring rites to Roman calendar wars, discover how January 1 finally became the world’s New Year’s Day.