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Important Events

Here we feature some of the most seminal, historical, and influential events throughout history – both celebrated and unheralded – from the emergence of powerful civilizations and empires, to famous battles, great achievements, and events that have helped shape the world we currently know.

Roman Empire in its splendor. Source: Artcuboy/Adobe Stock
24 April, 2023 - 22:58 Robbie Mitchell

The Roman Empire: A Story of Power, Glory, and Tragedy

For centuries, the Roman Empire stood as a formidable superpower, spanning vast territories, and leaving an indelible mark on Western civilization. The Roman Empire was a powerhouse of innovation,...
Mongol invasion. Source: vitanovski / Adobe Stock.
24 April, 2023 - 16:52 Robbie Mitchell

The Mongol Onslaught: When Ukraine Fell to the Horde (Video)

The Mongol Invasion of Ukraine in 1237 was a pivotal moment in Eastern European history. The arrival of the Mongol horde, which had recently conquered the mighty Islamic Khorasmian Empire, brought...
Plague epidemic. Source: Matrioshka / Adobe Stock.
22 April, 2023 - 01:59 Robbie Mitchell

From Horror to Hope: Surviving the Black Plague (Video)

The Black Death , a pandemic that ravaged humanity in the Middle Ages, left a harrowing mark on history. Millions of people succumbed to the plague, and nearly half of Europe's population perished...
Eruption of Mount Vesuvius and destruction of Pompeii. Source: Sunshower Shots / Adobe Stock.
21 April, 2023 - 20:59 Joanna Gillan

The Final Hours: Witness Pompeii’s Catastrophic Demise (Video)

As Mount Vesuvius erupted violently in 79 AD, the skies above Pompeii turned dark and ominous. A deadly cloud of super-heated gases spewed forth, reaching a height of 33 km, and molten rock and hot...
Mongolian warriors. Source: Hui / Adobe Stock.
21 April, 2023 - 01:54 Robbie Mitchell

Shadows and Conquest: The Mongols vs The Order of Assassins (Video)

Hidden away in the rugged peaks of Persia and Syria, the Order of Assassins maintained its power by operating in the shadows, striking only when the time was right. But their survival was threatened...
Medieval protesters. Source: AI generated
15 April, 2023 - 18:51 Sahir

Evil May Day: London’s 16th Century Riots Against Foreigners

The United Kingdom's unique geographic position, as an island separated from the European mainland by the English Channel and the North Sea to the east, and the North Atlantic to the west, has made...
Many lives lost and their remains thrown in numerous mass graves. Source: AidaTiara/Adobe Stock
14 April, 2023 - 22:52 Robbie Mitchell

Hidden Horrors: 10 of History’s Most Shocking Mass Graves

From ancient times to the present day, mass graves have been a haunting reminder of the atrocities that human beings can inflict upon each other. These graves, containing the remains of countless...
Apocalypse landscape. Source: ErenMotion / Adobe Stock.
11 April, 2023 - 21:01 Robbie Mitchell

Apocalypse 536 AD: The Catastrophic Event That Plunged the World into Darkness (Video)

In the year 536 AD, a mysterious event plunged the world into darkness for a year and a half. Constantinople writers of the time described the sun as dimmed and blotted out, causing crop failures,...
The Bansa, or residence of the King of Kongo, and capital of the Kingdom of Kongo was called St. Salvador or Mbanza-Kongo, seen here in 1745. (Public domain)
10 April, 2023 - 14:55 Robbie Mitchell

The Rise and Fall of Central Africa’s Mighty Kingdom of Kongo

Nestled between the Congo River and the Atlantic Ocean lies a hidden gem of African history: the Kingdom of Kongo. Despite its vast territory spanning modern-day Angola, Congo and Gabon, this...
With the death of Cleopatra, the Hellenistic period was officially over. (Public domain)
9 April, 2023 - 14:53 Robbie Mitchell

Alexander's Legacy: The Hellenistic Period and the Dawn of a New Era

The Hellenistic period was a time of great change and excitement in the ancient world. Spanning from the death of Alexander the Great in 323 BC to the death of Cleopatra VII in 30 BC, this era saw...
Ancient city of Babylon. Source: Berit Kessler / Adobe Stock.
5 April, 2023 - 00:56 Robbie Mitchell

The Monumental Fall of Babylon: What Really Shattered the Empire? (Video)

The fall of Babylon was one of the most momentous events in ancient history. The conquest of Babylon by the Achaemenid Empire, led by Cyrus the Great , marked the end of the Neo-Babylonian Empire...
Representation of Pocahontas. Source: likoper / Adobe Stock.
4 April, 2023 - 00:53 Joanna Gillan

The Heartbreaking True Story of Pocahontas (Video)

The true story of Pocahontas is far from the fairy tale depicted in the Disney movie . Pocahontas, whose real name was Matoaka, was the daughter of Powhatan, the powerful chief of the Powhatan...
Viking warriors facing the fire. Source: Hui / Adobe Stock / Insert Button Play Video by Dehweh
1 April, 2023 - 00:53 Robbie Mitchell

5 Dramatic Deaths of Viking Warriors (Video)

The Viking Age , spanning from the late 8th to the mid-11th century, was a time of conquest, exploration, and mythic heroism. At the heart of this age of adventure was the warrior culture of the...
Xuazang crossed the Gobi Desert and through Central Asia. Source: peerasit/By Adobe Stock
31 March, 2023 - 18:54 Robbie Mitchell

Charting New Territories: 8 Pioneering Ancient Expeditions That Reshaped the World

Expeditions have always been an integral part of human history, driving us to explore new frontiers and discover the unknown. From the ancient expeditions of our ancestors to modern-day scientific...
A Viking warrior. Source: Art Gallery / Adobe Stock.
30 March, 2023 - 20:59 Joanna Gillan

Ragnar’s Death Song: The Last Words of a Viking King (Video)

Ragnar's Death Song, also known as the Song of the Crow or the Krakumal, is a poem that tells the story of Ragnar's death. According to Norse sagas, Ragnar Lothbrok was a legendary Viking warrior and...
Moses parting the Red Sea. (pozitivo / Adobe Stock)
28 March, 2023 - 22:59 Annette Duckworth

Why Mount Sinai is in Egypt and Other Exodus Enigmas

Historians have dedicated significant efforts to authenticating the biblical narratives of the Exodus. Despite their best efforts, the actual locations of the events described in the account remain...
Emperor Nero fiddling while Rome burns. Source: Sunshower Shots / Adobe Stock.
25 March, 2023 - 21:54 dhwty

Did Nero Really Fiddle While Rome Burned?

Nero , the infamous emperor of the Roman Empire, is known for his cruelty and debauchery. However, one of the most enduring tales about him is that he played the fiddle while Rome burned during the...
A storm tide in the Netherlands caused a devastating flood in 1287. Source: Zacarias da Mata/Adobe Stock
25 March, 2023 - 13:56 Aleksa Vučković

St. Lucia's Flood: The Disaster That Changed the Shape of Europe

Water has a destructive nature that is hard to contain - calm and peaceful in one moment, it can turn violent in another. These days, however, many coastal cities and regions have effective, modern...
Japanese illustration of smallpox, dating back to 1720, from a work entitled Toshin seiyo, or The essentials of Smallpox. Source: Wellcome Collection / Public Domain
23 March, 2023 - 13:55 Sahir

The Japanese Smallpox Epidemic of the 8th Century: Cause and Effect

Human history has undergone countless epidemics, some which have been nipped in the bud due to sparse populations, some due to prudent medical interventions. Some, like the recent COVID-19 pandemic...
Recreation of the Trojan War. Source: Justinas / Adobe Stock
20 March, 2023 - 20:00 Robbie Mitchell

15 of the Biggest Battles of Ancient History (Video)

Warfare has unfortunately been a recurring part of human history, with conflicts arising from territorial disputes, cultural differences, and the drive for power. While the 20th century saw several...
The Moors left behind a legacy of culture and architecture, such as the Alhambra palace complex in Granada, Spain. Source: lunamarina / Adobe Stock
19 March, 2023 - 17:54 Aleksa Vučković

15 Facts About the Moors You've Probably Never Heard

The Moors left a significant mark on medieval Europe, especially with their conquest of the Iberian Peninsula in 711 AD. They ruled over Spain for several centuries, transforming it culturally,...
Postage stamp depicting the Great Peace of Montreal. Source: konstantant / Adobe Stock
15 March, 2023 - 21:56 Robbie Mitchell

How Native American Chief Kondiaronk Shaped More Than North America

Kondiaronk was a legendary Native American Chief of the Wendat people in New France who faced the challenge of leading his people in the face of war and destruction. Through his leadership and...
A representation of an ancient Chinese battle scene. Stunning stone carved architecture. Source: Igor/AdobeStock
12 March, 2023 - 13:58 Aleksa Vučković

Extermination of the Wu Hu and the Merciless Policies of General Ran Min

Great diversity was not uncommon in the history of Ancient China. In such a vast nation, many ethnicities co-existed, and were instrumental in the shaping of its history. However, diversity did not...
Nile mosaic in Palestrina Source: CC BY-SA 3.0
7 March, 2023 - 21:57 ancient-origins

Archaeologist Digs for Evidence of the Rosetta Stone’s Ancient Egyptian Rebellion

By Jay Silverstein /The Conversation The Rosetta Stone is not known for its content, but as a lexicon of Egyptian hieroglyphics. The decree inscribed on the stone, however, discusses a violent revolt...

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