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Inca Chasqui Relay Roadrunners Revolutionized Communication

Sun, 12/17/2023 - 16:57

In an era devoid of the internet and telephone, the ancient Inca—reigning from the 15th to 16th centuries—turned to the Chasqui runners to provide direct communication.

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Catherine Parr - The Woman Who Outlived Henry VIII (Video)

Sun, 12/17/2023 - 14:57

Catherine Parr, the sixth wife of Henry VIII, navigated the treacherous waters of Tudor court with resilience and intelligence. 

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Ancient Esoteric Knowledge Translated From Chinese Bamboo Texts

Sun, 12/17/2023 - 12:52

In what is being described as “a groundbreaking discovery,” scholars from China’s Tsinghua University have successfully translated the mystical texts inscribed on 2,500-year-old bamboo slips.

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What Really Happened When Europeans Landed In North America? (Video)

Sun, 12/17/2023 - 11:00

In North American history, an 800-year saga unfolds, echoing the clash for land and wealth.

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Ten Amazing Subterranean Structures From the Ancient World

Sun, 12/17/2023 - 09:00

From ancient cisterns and water systems to mysterious caves, underground crypts, subterranean temples and even entire cities built beneath the earth.

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The Camillus Conundrum: Did Camillus Really Save Rome from the Gauls?

Sat, 12/16/2023 - 16:52

Few words evoked as much emotion in ancient Rome as vae victis or “woe to the vanquished.” 

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Secrets of the Best-Preserved Medieval City in Europe (Video)

Sat, 12/16/2023 - 14:53

Bruges, Belgium is a living reminder of medieval splendor, stands as a UNESCO World Heritage site, its charm echoing through well-preserved buildings and winding streets. 

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Mutton’s Legacy: The Last Woolly Dogs of the Americas

Sat, 12/16/2023 - 12:55

Dogs have been in the Americas for more than 10,000 years. 

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The End of an Empire - The Fall of the Abbasids (Video)

Sat, 12/16/2023 - 10:53

In the 8th century Middle East, the Abbasid Caliphate rose to power, overseeing an era later hailed as Islam's golden age. 

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Top 10 Mysterious Ancient Manuscripts and Inscriptions Yet to be Deciphered

Sat, 12/16/2023 - 08:54

While exploring the enigmatic depths of ancient history, scholars often stumble upon cryptic relics, among which lie manuscripts that continue to defy the most skilled scholars and linguists.

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What Was It Like to be a Neanderthal Child? (Video)

Fri, 12/15/2023 - 19:57

Neanderthal childhood, once shrouded in mystery, has gradually unfolded through the unearthing of fossilized remains. 

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Lost Roman Battlefield in Switzerland Discovered Through Thousands of Artifacts

Fri, 12/15/2023 - 16:52

In 2019, a spectacular Roman dagger was metal detected in a remote region of the Swiss Alps.

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The Egyptian Beer Recipe Is the Oldest In the World (Video)

Fri, 12/15/2023 - 14:55

Amidst the grandeur of Egyptian history lies an enduring legacy—the art of brewing beer. Hieroglyphs within Pharaohs' chambers unveil a civilization sustained by this liquid gold. 

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Viking Age Dental Care Was Surprisingly Good, Says Study

Fri, 12/15/2023 - 12:26

Viking Age teeth from Varnhem bear witness to surprisingly advanced dentistry in the Norse population there.

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Desperate Lesser-Known Emperors Facing A Disintegrating Western Roman Empire: 455-476 AD

Fri, 12/15/2023 - 11:38

The assassination of Emperor Valentinian III in March 455 AD, heralded the last phase of the Western Roman Empire’s political existence. 

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The Ancient Maya: How Did Such An Advanced Society Collapse? (Video)

Fri, 12/15/2023 - 11:04

In 1839, John Lloyd Stevens embarked on a challenging expedition into the dense jungles of Honduras, fueled by tales of a magnificent Maya city, Copan.

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The Aboriginal Didgeridoo Was a Tool for Healing and Peace

Fri, 12/15/2023 - 08:37

Never has it been more important to search for clues to finding healing and peace in the world.

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The Mystery of Akhenaten's Revolution (Video)

Thu, 12/14/2023 - 19:57

In the ancient annals of Egypt, a mysterious chapter unfolds around Akhenaten, a Pharaoh who dared challenge millennia of entrenched beliefs.

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Do Morning People Have Neanderthals to Thank for Being Early Risers?

Thu, 12/14/2023 - 16:17

Are you a morning person? You might have Neanderthals to thank for that! In a revelatory study, scientists have unearthed a fascinating genetic link between modern humans and our Neanderthal ancestors.

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The Picts, the Scottish Tribe That Gave the Romans Hell (Video)

Thu, 12/14/2023 - 14:55

The Picts, a group dwelling in northern England and southern Scotland, remain shrouded in mystery despite their historical notoriety.

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