History

History

The trebuchet was the most fearsome weapon of medieval times, a giant catapult that could lay waste to any fortress by battering its walls with boulders.

On September 13, 1859, David Terry fatally shot David Broderick in a duel that stemmed from their conflicting stances on slavery, marking a pivotal moment in American history.

When this idea began, it was really about liberty; it wasn't about immigration. The United States had ended slavery, and that's why, if you look, she's standing on the chains and shackles.

Ruffian, an undefeated filly, suffered a catastrophic breakdown during a highly promoted match race against Foolish Pleasure at Belmont Park on July 6, 1975, marking a turning point for thoroughbred racing.

Micheál Martin emphasizes the importance of understanding historical context when reflecting on the atomic bomb's consequences and cautions against conflating past tragedies with current events.

Many Greeks, referred to as Romaioi, faced captivity and enslavement during the late medieval period, marked by state collapse and raids from both Italians and Turks.

According to police, the 37-year-old participant from Horsham was wearing body armour when a sword used by his fellow re-enactor entered his helmet visor during staged combat.

Of the fifty-six signers of the Declaration of Independence it is stated that nine were born in Massachusetts; eight in Virginia; five in Maryland; and various other states.

The monuments collectively highlight key moments in Alfred's life, such as his birth, burial, military victories, and educational reforms, commemorating his significant impact on England.

Every weekday, a challenging quiz on a specific topic is hosted by Ray Hamel, allowing participants to test their knowledge and skills in various subjects.

In the town of Vic, a rare practice emerged where grooms provided dowries to their brides, challenging the traditional view of marriage arrangements.

"The ethnic core of the Huns, including Attila, shared a language with their Asian ancestors, the Xiongnu, which belonged to the Yeniseian family of Palaeo-Siberian languages."

The Bible is a 1614 Low German Bible and is rare, with only one of seven copies in the world. Its journey began on a sailing ship from Galveston.

Mexico City is set to celebrate its 700th anniversary in 2025, commemorating its historical roots dating back to Tenochtitlan, a city surrounded by a lake and canals.

Helen Doe emphasizes that the historical narrative surrounding the Titanic's lifeboats needs re-evaluation, highlighting that lifeboats were a relatively recent innovation at that time.

The deserted hospital and a prison on Poveglia island are believed to be haunted, leading to a ban on tourists visiting due to safety concerns.

The discovery of a sealed Etruscan tomb offers a rare glimpse into early funerary practices and material culture from the 7th century B.C.

"Anyone who's ever fallen in love with someone others didn't approve of-whether it was your parents, your friends, or society itself-will feel something when they hear this story."

Berkeley's July Fourth celebration in 1925 was notable for its unique combination with a Defense Day event, focusing on military readiness amid a backdrop of revelry.

Restoration of Casa Batllo's back facade and courtyard reveals Gaudi's original 1906 designs, allowing visitors to experience this architectural marvel as it was intended over a century ago.

Harrow Lodge Park, developed for public use in the 1900s, is Hornchurch's largest urban park, sprawling over 130 acres and rich in history.

On June 29, 2007, the first version of the iPhone went on sale to the public, marking a significant innovation in mobile technology that revolutionized communication globally.

In medieval Europe, earrings carried deep symbolic weight and were viewed as markers of deviance, marginality, and even infamy, reflecting societal views on bodily adornment.

Balthild of Francia's ascent from a life of slavery to becoming a queen and influential regent illustrates the transformative roles women played in Merovingian society.

The Klondike Gold Rush attracted 100,000 fortune seekers to Alaska and Canada's Yukon, leading to the discovery of significant copper deposits along the Valdez Trail.

"Stephanie Turner took a knee and refused to fence a transgender opponent, leading to her expulsion from a tournament, which she filmed and shared online."

The desire to understand humanity's first parents led to reinterpretations of Genesis, resulting in the popularity of apocryphal texts that filled narrative gaps.

The widespread tale of Columbus being Jewish distracts from the complex, true story of Spanish Jews who engaged with the New World from the very beginning.

Under the Shah's rule, Iran's economy and educational opportunities expanded significantly, but his authoritarian measures ultimately led to the Islamic Revolution of 1979.

"I felt it," he said. "I felt it all over."

The exhibition Routes and Realms highlights a thirteenth-century Arabic manuscript, featuring remarkable Islamic world maps that reflect historical trade networks and cultural identity.

John Tyler's presidency marked a significant shift in American politics as he navigated early controversies and aimed to enhance his legacy through the annexation of Texas.

By the late 11th century, the Roman Catholic Church started evolving into a powerful military controller, able to generate armed forces for religious purposes.

Troylus is sent on a journey by the goddess Venus, indicating that the magical cure requires him to pluck 'the fruit that holds the cure' from Zellandine's body.

John Brown's upbringing as the son of staunch abolitionists shaped his fervent opposition to slavery, which fueled his actions during Bleeding Kansas and at Harpers Ferry.

For the first time in centuries, the final resting place of Holy Roman Emperor Otto the Great has been opened, revealing a fragile wooden coffin and rich historical artifacts.

Over the past quarter century Robert and Katherine Burke have assembled the most important private collection of Italian illuminated manuscript leaves in the United States.”