Category: History
Aeschylus and the Origins of Tragedy
Tragedy has a long and rich history, dating back to ancient Greece. One of the earliest and most influential playwrights in this genre was Aeschylus,…
Viking Face Paint and Makeup
When the Vikings sailed their dragon-headed ships across the seas, they did so in style! One of the ways they showed their prowess was by…
Importance of the Viking Drinking Horn in Norse Culture
The drinking horn was an important symbol in Norse culture, and it was used for a variety of purposes. This article will explore the significance…
Jobs in Ancient Egyptian Times
The ancient Egyptians had a complex and sophisticated society that required many different types of jobs to function. Of course, some of these jobs were…
The Viking Longhouse: A Symbol of Unity
The Viking Longhouse was a symbol of unity for the Viking people. It served as a place of shelter and also as a place for…
People Killed Off Cats and Dogs During the Polio Epidemic
Polio, formerly called infantile paralysis, is a virus that quickly spreads from one person to another. In the past, polio was blamed on insects, rats,…
Man Who Spent 55 Years Collecting $10,000 of Gold Dust Told to Eff Off
An Oregon man spent 55 years of his life wandering and collecting gold dust. In 1913, after he finally gathered $10,000 worth of dust, he…
5 Reports of People Stuck in the Elevator
While a falling elevator is one of my biggest fears, many people also dread the thought of getting stuck in an elevator. 1. Salt Miners…
First Hand Accounts of the Wreck of SS Valencia
“All hope gone! “Not a woman on board is saved! “Such was the pitiless message that flashed over the wires last night to the Van…
Breaking Elevator Cables in the Past
I don’t know about you, but I say a little prayer every time I step inside an elevator. In today’s post, we will take a…
