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Giants were here. In using the term giants, I am referring to persons at least 7 feet (2.1m) and up to 13 feet (4m) in height. Given that pre-modern man was significantly shorter on the average than we are today

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Cleopatra, renowned as Cleopatra VII, wielded leadership that transcended mere governance, embodying a blend of intellect, charisma, and strategic prowess.

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Arabian archers in the Roman army had a surprising impact on the evolution of writing in ancient Germany at the dawn of our Common Era (AD).

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A search for hidden pagan influence on our daily activities reveals a mix of modern traditions and customs deeply rooted in ancient belief systems.

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In a recent episode of "The Joe Rogan Experience," Tucker Carlson made controversial statements regarding Charles Darwin's theory of evolution

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There are literally thousands of incredible texts that have survived from the ancient world, which are etched onto copper, beautifully inscribed on papyrus

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Archaeologists using advanced LiDAR technology have unearthed a significant discovery at Baltinglass in County Wicklow, Ireland, known as the "Hillfort Capital" of the region. 

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Based on the analysis of several hundred skeletons, a new genetic study revealed fascinating new information about how the society of the Avars was organized. 

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Beyond their depiction as mere raiders, the Vikings emerged as a multifaceted society encompassing various facets of life. From around 790

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Researchers have finally unveiled the age-old mysteries surrounding a historic Islamic sword dubbed “Excalibur”, due to its position

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Britain's history is a vibrant tapestry woven with threads of diverse cultures, a reality seemingly overlooked by proponents of nationalism and some anti-immigration policies.

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The history of Christianity is a tapestry woven with diverse threads of belief, shaped by centuries of theological debates and regional schisms. 

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There are undoubtedly millions of amazing artifacts from the ancient world that have served to shed light on the lives of our ancestors from many millennia ago.

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When the citizens of Rome ousted their last king in 509 BC, power was divided between the magistrates, the Senate, and the assemblies of the people. 

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Caravaggio, the charismatic artist of the Baroque era, left an undeniable  mark on the art world with his revolutionary chiaroscuro technique

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During a visit to his parents' recently renovated European home, a man made an unexpected discovery within one of the floor tiles

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Patolli, an ancient game of strategy and chance, once captivated the minds and hearts of Mesoamerica. It is one of the oldest games known in the Americas

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Longstanding beliefs about ancient technological and medical knowledge were placed under scrutiny when Paul T. Keyser's published an article in the 1990s

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The revolutionary scanning and study of the Herculaneum papyri has revealed remarkable new details about the philosopher Plato

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The Achaemenid Empire, spanning from Egypt to India, epitomized grandeur and power under illustrious rulers like Cyrus the Great

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