Category: History
Treasure hunters sought sunken Peruvian gold, 1948
The lore of lost treasure is a drug like no other. In the article below, an English treasure hunter makes preparations to find Peru’s lost…
Strange silver ball witnessed in sky over Marysville, Ohio, 1950
As unidentified objects continue to be witnessed and occasionally shot out of the sky, I decided to dig a little more into strange objects witnessed…
Man believes he has found old Spanish silver mine in Texas
Netflix keeps showing me all of these treasure hunting shows in my feed, so, instead of zoning to the television, I’ve been diving into the…
10 Things You Should Know About the Afterlife in Ancient Rome
The afterlife was a major concern in ancient Rome, and the beliefs and practices surrounding it played a significant role in the daily lives of…
Asphodel Fields in Ancient Roman Afterlife
Asphodel Fields in Ancient Rome was a concept of the afterlife where the souls of the average person went after death. The Asphodel Fields were…
Elysium, the Realm of the Blessed, in Ancient Rome
Elysium, also known as the Realm of the Blessed, was a concept in ancient Roman religion and mythology. It was believed to be the afterlife…
5 Things to Know About Tartarus in Ancient Roman Mythology
Tartarus, also known as the Pit of Despair, was a concept in ancient Roman mythology that represented a place of punishment for the wicked. Here…
The Parentage and Invincibility of Achilles
Achilles, the legendary Greek hero of the Trojan War, was the son of Peleus, the king of the Myrmidons, and the sea-goddess Thetis. According to…
The Significance of Cremation in Ancient Roman Funeral Practices
Cremation was a common funeral practice in ancient Rome, especially during the Republic and early Empire periods. The process of cremation involved burning the body…
Barber-Surgeons in Ancient Egypt
In ancient Egypt, barber-surgeons were highly valued professionals who played a crucial role in society. They were responsible for cutting hair, giving shaves, and performing…
