Venus of Willendorf: Powerful Deity or Life-Saving Tool?
Stone-carved sculptures of faceless women are among the most intriguing mysteries of history.
Dorestad: Carolingians vs. Vikings
The transformation of an 8th century Frankish market town under Viking Influence.
Pre-Columbian Era: Mexico Before European Contact
From the Anahuac Valley to the Sonoran Desert, Mexico was a vastly different place before European contact
The Shipwrecks of Ancient Mediterranean Civilizations
Shipwrecks reveal a wealth of intriguing information about ancient Mediterranean cultures.
Herodotus: Was the “Father of History” a Liar?
Herodotus is credited with being the first historian but how truthful was he really in his accounts?
The Gracchi Brothers: Ancient Socialists?
How the Gracchi’s attempt at social reform paved the way for the collapse of the Roman Republic.
The Islamic Golden Age: Exploring 500 Years of Progress
From astronomy to algebra, the Islamic Golden Age birthed an era of knowledge and innovation.
Joan of Arc: 5 Lesser-Known Myths and Facts
Since her death in 1431, Joan of Arc has taken on a mythic stature. But what is the truth behind the legend?