History

History books, television, and even museums have painted Neanderthals as primitive cavemen. Thanks to recent discoveries though, that image is starting to change. It’s incredible how much alike we are with these ancient people. Their story isn’t just history — it’s a part of us, living in our DNA even today. 1. Neanderthals Made Complex […]

Have you ever wondered how some of your favorite foods got their names? I did, so I did a little research to find out which pretty common dishes are named after famous people or institutions. From royalty to inventors, these individuals have left their mark on the culinary world. 1. Beef Stroganoff This classic Russian

The Chernobyl disaster is often used as a warning about the dangers of using nuclear energy. The true story of really happened in 1986 is more intriguing — and more complex — than most people realize. How it occurred, and the events that followed, reveal a lot about the benefits and risks of nuclear energy.

Whether it’s from TV shows like Doomsday Preppers or someone thinking about their “crazy uncle,” preppers get a bad name. Many times, however, preppers predicted future events. They may not know all the details, but they certainly are more prepared than the average citizen. We’d do well to learn from the past so we can

When I was a teenager, my dream was to join the US Navy and work on a submarine. Thanks to the movies and video games I played growing up, operating a sonar seemed like the best job I could possibly have. I scored well on the ASVAB test (Armed Services Vocational Aptitude Battery), and received

The Aztec civilization, known for its grand temples and complex society, holds many secrets that often go untold in traditional history books. While we may learn about their impressive architectural feats and calendar system, there’s a wealth of fascinating and sometimes shocking details about Aztec life that rarely make it into mainstream education. Aztec society

Medieval England was a strange and fascinating place and time, with clear class divisions, wars at home and abroad, revolution, and change. During this period, the legal system had some truly bizarre laws that governed everyday life. From rules about what clothes you could wear to strange food laws, these peculiar mandates will make you

I am oddly fascinated by the laws our ancestors had to abide by or risk punishment. What we may laugh at or roll our eyes at today were very real laws in times gone by. And I also wonder if our descendants, a few hundred years from now, will look back at our laws and

Medieval castles have long captured the imagination, often depicted as grand, impenetrable fortresses filled with knights and royalty. However, Hollywood’s portrayal of these iconic structures is often far from reality. The reality of medieval castles is far more nuanced and practical than the dramatic versions shown in Hollywood. By debunking these myths, we can better

World War II is one of the most extensively studied and discussed events in history, yet it remains shrouded in myths and misconceptions. These misunderstandings can distort our perception of the war’s causes, key events, and outcomes. Understanding these misconceptions helps us appreciate the complexity of World War II and the many factors that influenced