A panoramic exploration of World History and the civilizations, events, cultures, and figures that collectively shaped our world.
Looking at the impact of the first World’s Fair, it set in motion a long history of nations gathering to inspire each other with innovation.
Benin City, one of the world’s wealthiest and best-governed capitals, was summarily looted by the British in 1897.
Viking culture arose in a brutal environment, producing warriors and explorers. Eventually, survival strategy sayings emerged, akin to instructions to staunchly face adversity.
The establishment of Aboriginal “settlements” on Flinders Island and then at Oyster Cove marked the final stage of the genocide against Aboriginal people in Tasmania.
Korea, like China and Japan, has an ancient and well-known civilization. Yet this politically divided peninsula still holds many cultural gems waiting to be discovered.
During its long history, the Philippines has repeatedly been targeted by traders and colonizers for its strategic location in the South China Sea.
These six successful insurgencies from military history have captivated audiences fascinated by how weaker powers defeat stronger ones.
Bangkok has been the capital of Thailand since 1782. Before then, Sukhothai, Ayutthaya, and Thonburi also served as capitals of Thai kingdoms.