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Tree rings. Source: tomeyk / Adobe Stock.
28 October, 2023 - 02:00 Robbie Mitchell

Can Tree Rings Explain the Demise of a Lost Civilization? (Video)

In the quest to uncover the mystery behind the fall of the once-vibrant Cahokia , archaeologists have turned to an unexpected source: tree ring records, aka dendrochronology. By 1150 AD, Cahokia,...
Chinese empress. Source: dreampicturestud / Adobe Stock.
27 October, 2023 - 20:52 Robbie Mitchell

How a Chinese Empress Built the Largest Palace in the World (Video)

In 662 AD, as Emperor Gaozong of the Tang Dynasty’s health waned, Empress Wu Zetian quietly assumed the reins of power, navigating a realm dominated by men. Wu's ambition knew no bounds, and she...
Pompeii graffiti. Source: Niklas / Adobe Stock.
27 October, 2023 - 17:01 Robbie Mitchell

Pompeii's Graffiti: An Ancient Form of Social Media (Video)

Archaeologist Dr. Catherine Huntley's work unveils the ancient walls of Pompeii as repositories of historical insights. In contemporary times, graffiti often carries a negative connotation,...
Facial reconstruction of a Terracotta warrior. Source: YouTube Screenshot / Royalty Now Studios.
27 October, 2023 - 01:53 Robbie Mitchell

A Terracotta Warrior's Digital Transformation (Video)

The Terracotta Army , a remarkable archaeological marvel from ancient China, has long captivated the world with its silent army of clay soldiers. These soldiers , dating back to the Qin Dynasty (...
Paying tribute in ancient Egypt. Source: Esignd ® / Adobe Stock.
26 October, 2023 - 20:57 Robbie Mitchell

How Ancient Cultures Paid Tributes to their Gods (Video)

Ancient civilizations, in their devotion to the divine, created enduring tributes that stand as evidence of their unwavering faith. Among these, the intricate carvings adorning the walls of Angkor...
Amiens cathedral. Source: Takashi Images / Adobe Stock.
26 October, 2023 - 16:54 Robbie Mitchell

Amiens Cathedral: Gothic Architecture in all its Glory (Video)

Join a visual tour of Amiens Cathedral , a 13th-century Gothic masterpiece. The facade, intricate like delicate lace, boasts three grand doorways adorned with numerous figures. The left portal...
Body collector during the plague. Source: YouTube Screenshot / Weird History.
26 October, 2023 - 01:58 Robbie Mitchell

What It Was Like to Be a Body Collector During the Black Death (Video)

Amid the Black Plague's devastating sweep from 1346 to 1353, a daunting profession emerged: that of the body collector. Their grim duty was unambiguous - to clear the streets and homes of the...
Constantine the Great. Source: SVasco / Adobe Stock.
25 October, 2023 - 20:53 Robbie Mitchell

Constantine's Death Threatened to Split the Roman Empire (Video)

Constantine's demise in 337 AD marked a turning point in the Roman Empire's trajectory . After his death, the city of Constantinople, which he had fostered, thrived while Rome, the former capital in...
Chinese female warriors in the Shang Dynasty. Source: YouTube Screenshot / Smithsonian Channel.
25 October, 2023 - 16:57 Robbie Mitchell

The All-Female Shang-Era Troops Led by Queen Fu Hao (Video)

In ancient times, during the Shang Dynasty , there existed an extraordinary force led by the remarkable Queen Fu Hao . This troop, composed primarily of skilled soldiers, occasionally reinforced by...
Creating a Moroccan Court Inside the Met. Source: YouTube Screenshot / The Met.
25 October, 2023 - 01:56 Robbie Mitchell

Building a Moroccan Court Inside the Met (Video)

In 2011, the Metropolitan Museum of Art unveiled the Patti Cadby Birch Court, an extraordinary Moroccan court nestled within its walls. Crafted with meticulous attention to detail, this architectural...
Pressing execution. Source: YouTube Screenshot / Weird History.
24 October, 2023 - 20:59 Robbie Mitchell

Pressing: One of History's Most Painful Deaths (Video)

Throughout history Europeans have come up with some of the most excruciating and slowest methods of torture . Of them all pressing to death might just be the worst. Dating back to the 13th century in...
Tortuga, The Cradle of Piracy. Source: Yasmina / Adobe Stock.
24 October, 2023 - 17:00 Robbie Mitchell

Tortuga: The Cradle of Piracy (Video)

In 1492, as Christopher Columbus explored the northern coast of Hispaniola, he discovered an enigmatic, mountainous island on the horizon. It was named Tortuga de Mar for its resemblance to a sea...
Thomas Cromwell, Chancellor of Henry VIII. Source: (Ann Longmore-Etheridge / Flickr)
24 October, 2023 - 02:00 Robbie Mitchell

Thomas Cromwell: Henry VIII's Partner in Crime (Video)

In 1536, a pivotal year in the reign of Henry VIII , Thomas Cromwell's fortunes took a significant turn. His influence within the court was on the rise, marked by his successful persuasion to remove...
Ancient Egyptian Mega Tomb. Source: YouTube Screenshot / Smithsonian Channel.
23 October, 2023 - 20:52 Robbie Mitchell

This Ancient Egyptian Mega-Tomb is the Largest of its Kind (Video)

Deep beneath the Egyptian desert , a remarkable find has unveiled an intricate tapestry of history and belief. In Saqqara , a new discovery emerges - an extensive burial site, shedding light on an...
Inveraray Castle’s State Dining Room (Ian Dick / Flickr)
23 October, 2023 - 16:51 Robbie Mitchell

The Stunning Interior of Inveraray Castle’s State Dining Room (Video)

Inveraray Castle's State Dining Room is a masterpiece of late 18th-century art and design. The 5th Duke of Argyle, aiming to impress his guests with the latest Georgian fashions, oversaw a remarkable...
Ancient Mayan city of Palenque. Source: adolfousier / Adobe Stock.
22 October, 2023 - 21:00 Robbie Mitchell

Ancient Mayan City of Palenque Was Home to a Legendary King (Video)

Nestled amid lush Mexican forests lies Palenque , a lesser-known Mayan city boasting remarkable architecture, sculptures, and carvings. Palenque's allure extends beyond its aesthetic beauty; it...
King Louis XIV had many mistresses. Source: Archivist / Adobe Stock.
22 October, 2023 - 16:57 Robbie Mitchell

King Louis XIV Had At Least 20 Mistresses (Video)

In French history, it was a common expectation that monarchs, like King Louis XIV, maintained intriguing love lives . Louis, known for his insatiable desires, fathered over a dozen illegitimate...
Egyptian coffin awaiting extraction, Saqqara. Source: YouTube Screenshot / Smithsonian Channel.
21 October, 2023 - 20:53 Robbie Mitchell

Egyptian Coffin Is Unearthed Using Ancient Technology (Video)

Beneath Saqqara’s surface , a momentous discovery unfolded as an ancient coffin awaited extraction. Encountering an obstacle due to the collapse of the underground chamber, a team of archaeologists...
British Library document reveals Thomas Cromwell engineered Anne Boleyn’s demise. Source: YouTube Channel / Smithsonian Channel.
21 October, 2023 - 16:54 Robbie Mitchell

Shocking Papers Prove Anne Boleyn Conspiracy (Video)

In the year 1536, a pivotal event in history unfolded as Henry VIII ordered the execution of his second wife, Anne Boleyn , at the Tower of London. This act, notorious for its brutality , stands as...
Kushite warrior queens were formidable. Source: McKinney Photography / Adobe Stock.
21 October, 2023 - 01:55 Robbie Mitchell

Crazy Life of A Warrior Queen In The Kingdom of Kush (Video)

In the depths of Africa's history, the Kingdom of Kush and its warrior queens emerge as captivating enigmas. Unlike many ancient civilizations, the Kushites held their female children in high regard...
Neuschwanstein Castle. Source: Feel good studio / Adobe Stock.
20 October, 2023 - 20:52 Robbie Mitchell

Neuschwanstein Castle Bankrupted the King Who Built It (Video)

The construction of Neuschwanstein Castle , perched dramatically in the Bavarian Alps, brought financial ruin to the king who envisioned it, Ludwig II of Bavaria. This fairytale-like fortress, built...
Busts of Hadrian and Antinous. Source: YouTube Screenshot / Royalty Now Studios.
20 October, 2023 - 17:00 Robbie Mitchell

Facial Reconstructions of Emperor Hadrian and Antinous (Video)

Hadrian, born in 76 A.D. in Italica, Spain, faced adversity when both his parents passed away, leaving him a ward. He developed a deep affinity for Greek culture and literature, earning him the...
Skara Brae, Orkney, Scotland. Source: Jule_Berlin / Adobe Stock.
20 October, 2023 - 01:54 Robbie Mitchell

Scotland's Most Mysterious Stone Age Settlements (Video)

Exploring the enigmatic past of Scotland's ancient settlements is a journey into the depths of history. Duncansby Head lighthouse, perched on the remote northeast tip of the British mainland, stands...
Griffin warrior carved stone. Credit: J. Vanderpool, Department of Classics, University of Cincinnati.
19 October, 2023 - 20:52 Robbie Mitchell

Was The Griffin Warrior’s Treasure Looted from Other Cultures? (Video)

Approximately three and a half thousand years ago, a man was interred on a Greek hillside near Pylos, surrounded by an astonishing array of riches . What's intriguing is that many of these treasures...

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