A panoramic exploration of World History and the civilizations, events, cultures, and figures that collectively shaped our world.
A hero of great repute and fame, Lawrence of Arabia was an interesting and complex figure in British and Arab military history.
Setting out to sea? Here are ten ancient, nautical superstitions you should know before your voyage.
A new publication by the British Museum aims to challenge embedded myths about Japanese samurai by placing them in historical context.
1970s cultist Jim Jones was a charismatic man who convinced hundreds to follow his lead, all the way to death.
The Second Sino-Japanese War was a brutal conflict that permanently changed East Asia. Here’s why China and Japan went to war for the second time.
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.
Revolutions are often defined by their leaders. In this article, six of history’s most prominent revolutionary figures are explained in detail.
With a history of expansion, struggle, and scandal, Eswatini’s monarchy continues to make headlines.