In 1688 a young Swiss milkmaid clambered over a rocky outcrop. She was halfway up an Alpine slope when she slipped and tumbled down several feet. Seriously injured, she was carried away to hospital in… Read More "When Nostalgia Was Deadly | History Today"
Viking Artifacts Discovered In Canada Are More Mysterious Than First Thought
Ellen Lloyd – AncientPages.com – Archaeological evidence shows that Vikings crossed the oceans in their iconic longships and visited many foreign lands. To the west, they established settlements in Iceland and Greenland, and eventually, a base… Read More "Viking Artifacts Discovered In Canada Are More Mysterious Than First Thought"
How to Plan a Trip: A Month-by-Month Guide
Posted: 4/2/2024 | April 2nd, 2024 Trip planning can be a daunting task. Flights, insurance, gear, itineraries, accommodation, and so much more all need to be considered and sorted out before you go. It’s easy… Read More "How to Plan a Trip: A Month-by-Month Guide"
The legendary Amazons of ancient Greece emerged in classical literature around 3,000 years ago, notably mentioned in the 8th century BC in the Iliad. Despite their early literary presence, the dearth of concrete archaeological evidence… Read More "Burials in Azerbaijan Point to the Existence of Mythical Amazonian Women!"
15 Healthy Smoothie Recipes You’ll Want to Drink Every Day
Short on time? Looking for a way to pack more nutrients into your day? These healthy smoothie recipes are the perfect solution! What Goes Into Healthy Smoothie Recipes? Smoothies are such a great way to… Read More "15 Healthy Smoothie Recipes You’ll Want to Drink Every Day"
How Mexico Fought Franco | History Today
In 1937 a boat carrying 450 Spanish children, aged between five and 15, docked at the sultry tropical port of Veracruz on Mexico’s Atlantic coast. The children – not, in most cases, orphans, but refugees… Read More "How Mexico Fought Franco | History Today"
Posted: 3/7/24 | March 7th, 2024 Paris is one of my favorite cities in the world. It’s a city I’ve visited countless times, I lived there, I’ve run tours there. I’m one of those people… Read More "The 8 Best Hotels in Paris (Updated 2024)"
Jan Bartek – AncientPages.com – One of the most unusual and intriguing alchemy manuscripts is the Ripley Scroll. The Ripley Scroll, an impressive manuscript that is almost 6 meters in length, provides instructions on the… Read More "Mysterious Undeciphered Ripley Scroll And Its Connection To The Philosopher’s Stone"
The life of Napoleon Bonaparte, remembered as one of history’s greatest conquerors, shares countless parallels with that of Julius Caesar. Fueled by a profound admiration for the classics, Napoleon, and subsequently his nephew Napoleon III,… Read More "Two Napoleons: The French Caesars of Modern History"
Balanced eating can seem like such an abstract concept — what does balance really mean and look like when it comes to food? While balance will look different for each of us at every meal,… Read More "How to Find the Right Amount of Balance With Your Food Choices"