A panoramic exploration of World History and the civilizations, events, cultures, and figures that collectively shaped our world.
The “children of the fur trade,” the Métis have developed a unique culture, blending elements of Plains First Nations with European and French-Canadian traditions.
During the events dramatized in the film The Last Samurai, the sword indeed faced the gun… but only after the samurai ran out of bullets.
The Mongols are known for their brutality when it came to warfare. But just how brutal were they?
The Mughal Empire, from 1526-1857, was a wealthy, tolerant Muslim empire in India. Emperors like Bābur, Akbar, Jahangir, and Shah Jahan left a legacy of power, art, and cultural contributions.
Pre-contact Aboriginal society in present-day Tasmania, Australia was organized into nine nations, with each nation structured into several clans.
A shaman queen allegedly once ended a civil war with her political savvy and charisma. So, why do most Japanese textbooks not mention her?
Though not one of China’s most well-known cities, Xi’an was historically one of the country’s most important places and boasts many impressive historical sites.
Chinese calligraphy is more than an art form. In medieval China, it was a discipline that was used to build character and express emotion.