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  1. The Manubalista Was Rome’s Secret Weapon in Ancient Britain (Video)

    ... This innovative Roman invention revolutionized the art of war during the conquest of ancient Britain. Its ...

    Robbie Mitchell - 01/11/2023 - 00:54

  2. Stone Age Enlightenment & Sacred Numbers in Megalithic Monuments

    What was the Greatest Secret of the Stone Age?

    Clear-thinking survivors of the last Ice Age applied their minds to understanding events within an ever-changing sky. Counting time periods within repeated sky-events revealed special "sacred" numbers, as relationships between celestial cycles. Stone and earthwork constructions were used, employing simple geometries, lengths to count days and, noticing the properties different numbers have, forging an astronomical world-view.

    ancient-origins - 13/08/2018 - 18:10

  3. 6,000-year-old Make Up Or Hunter’s Camouflage Cream? You Decide.

    Ancient makeup from the Stone Age, a time of hunters and gathers. Really? The world’s media is buzzing with a story about prehistoric Europeans “using makeup,” 6,000 years ago. This discovery could well rewrite makeup history and it directly challenges the accepted ancient Egyptian origins of “cosmetics.” However, it is important in this debate to avoid projecting modern standards and values onto the lives of people from the very ancient past.

    ashley cowie - 13/07/2021 - 18:58

  4. 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 significant battles such as the Battle of Midway, the Battle of Stalingrad, and The Tet Offensive, there are even more ancient battles that have had an enduring impact on human history and civilizations.

    Robbie Mitchell - 20/03/2023 - 20:00

  5. 7,000-Year-Old Austrian Salt Mine Holds Bronze Age Secrets (Video)

    Hallstatt, an ancient salt mine nestled in the picturesque Austrian Alps, holds an extraordinary tale of human history dating back an astonishing 7,000 years.

    Robbie Mitchell - 26/07/2023 - 16:59

  6. Strange History

    This exciting title from the folks at the Bathroom Readers' Institute contains the strangest short history articles from over 30 Bathroom Readers—along with 50 all-new pages. From the 20th century to the Old West, from the Age of Enlightenment to the Dark Ages, from ancient cultures all the way back to the dawn of time, Strange History is overflowing with mysterious artifacts, macabre legends, kooky inventions, reality-challenged rulers, boneheaded blunders, and mind-blowing facts. Read about…

    ancient-origins - 11/11/2016 - 17:14

  7. 2,000-Year-Old Meat Soup Found in Chinese Nobleman’s Tomb

    Ancient remnants of oxen stew partially preserved in a cauldron, have been found in the tomb of a Chinese nobleman. The tomb, in Henan Province near the city of Xinyang, dates back about 2,000 years in an area of the Chu Kingdom of the Warring States period. Officials are keeping the exact location of the tomb a secret for reasons of security.

    Mark Miller - 16/12/2016 - 21:47

  8. Aliens – The Definitive Guide

    Three days ago a new series was premiered on Science Channel. Its name is ‘Aliens: The Definitive Guide’. This new series with the help of prominent scientists (like Michio Kaku) will investigate non-Earth life forms and the latest research on life beyond Earth.

    ancient-origins - 22/03/2013 - 15:15

  9. Who Are The Lost Gods Of Ancient Egypt? (Video)

    ... challenging the exclusivity tied to Pharaohs. The art and architecture, exemplified by Djoser's stepped pyramid ...

    Robbie Mitchell - 18/12/2023 - 19:54

  10. When Did Humans Stop Being Naked? (Video)

    Robbie Mitchell - 08/01/2024 - 19:55

  11. 5 Surprising Facts of the Leaning Tower of Pisa (Video)

    Robbie Mitchell - 30/04/2024 - 01:24

  12. How Long Famous Landmarks Took to Build (Video)

    Robbie Mitchell - 05/05/2024 - 20:45

  13. 9,000-year-old ritual wand etched with human faces discovered in Syria

    Archaeologists made an incredibly unique and unusual discovery during excavations at Tel Qarassa, a site in southern Syria, when they unearthed an ancient wand carved with two realistic human faces.  The wand, which was likely used in a long-lost funeral ritual, is one of the only naturalistic depictions of human faces found in Syria from the time period.

    aprilholloway - 12/03/2014 - 11:57

  14. The Lost World of the Flood: Mythology, Theology, and the Deluge Debate

    "The flood continued forty days on the earth; and the waters increased, and bore up the ark, and it rose high above the earth . . . and the ark floated on the face of the waters" (Gen 6:17-18 NRSV).   In our modern age the Genesis flood account has been probed and analyzed for answers to scientific, apologetic, and historical questions. It is a text that has called forth flood geology, fueled searches for remnants of the ark on Mount Ararat, and inspired a full-size replica of Noah's ark in a biblical theme park.

    ancient-origins - 05/01/2019 - 02:05

  15. Caerphilly Castle, Wales - Strategically Brilliant for Its Time and Haunted in Ours

    Caerphilly Castle in south Wales stands proud amongst the medieval fortifications and strongholds in the United Kingdom and is classed among the finest in Europe. It is also one of the largest in Britain, stretching across 30 acres, second in size only to beautiful Windsor Castle.

    Ed Whelan - 06/05/2019 - 02:04

  16. Ark of God

    David Childress, popular author and star of the History Channel’s show Ancient Aliens, takes us on an incredible journey in search of the truth about (and science behind) the fantastic biblical artifact known as the Ark of the Covenant. This object made by Moses at Mount Sinai—part wooden-metal box and part golden statue—had the power to create “lightning” to kill people, and also to fly and lead people through the wilderness.

    ancient-origins - 17/04/2021 - 16:47

  17. Evolution: The Human Story

    How did we develop from simple animals inhabiting small pockets of forest in Africa to the dominant species on Earth? Traveling back almost eight million years to our earliest primate relatives, Evolution: The Human Story charts the development of our species from tree-dwelling primates to modern humans.

    ancient-origins - 14/03/2020 - 15:46

  18. How a Javanese King Defeated One of the Most Powerful Rulers of the Mongolian Empire

    Raden Wijaya (known also as Nararya Sangramawijaya) was the founder of the Majapahit Empire. Apart from being remembered as the man who established the Majapahit Empire, Raden Wijaya is also known for his victory (through cunning and deceit) over a Mongol expeditionary force sent by the Yuan Dynasty of China to the island of Java. After Raden Wijaya defeated the powerful army of Kublai Khan in an unexpected way he secured his footing as a strong ruler.

    dhwty - 25/01/2017 - 01:58

  19. 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 intriguing chapter of the past.

    Robbie Mitchell - 23/10/2023 - 20:52

  20. Is This the Reason Ireland Converted to Christianity? (Video)

    The spread of Christianity in Ireland is often attributed to St. Patrick, but a deeper exploration of history and scientific findings dating back to 540 AD. Suggests a more intriguing perspective. While St.

    Robbie Mitchell - 28/10/2023 - 16:48

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