History

The classic black flag with a skull and crossbones wasn’t necessarily the most feared on the seas.

Olivetti was a pioneer in the mechanical calculator industry.

Although historical records tend to favor the Wrights, the debate persists as a symbolic fight between the U.S. and Brazil.

Civilizations such as the Egyptians, Greeks, and Romans all enjoyed their own unique board games.

This story of a (genetically) impossible love explains why we’re alone on our planet.

Seagull poop made Peru an economic powerhouse, but its decline led to a monumental crisis.

At grand banquets, hosts spared no expense on spices for two main reasons: to enhance flavor and to showcase their status.

The capture of dictator Manuel Noriega is a striking example of how music has been weaponized in modern conflicts.

Despite several theories, the lack of physical evidence leaves the existence of the Hanging Gardens in the realm of mystery.

This papyrus provides valuable insights into the system of justice in the Roman Empire.

The artist’s meticulous observations and recordings of concealed structures were more than just theories.

The structure is 3,000 years old and features three walls, one of which is 0.6 mile long.