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Gliding Through History: Viking Ice Skates of the 10th Century
The Vikings are best remembered as fierce warriors, skilled sailors, and intrepid explorers who left an indelible mark on history. Yet, beneath their reputation as raiders lies a culture defined by resourcefulness and ingenuity. Among the many artifacts that offer a glimpse into Viking life are their ice skates—crafted from leather and the resilient bones of horses. These remarkable objects, now preserved at the Swedish History Museum in Stockholm, stand as a testament to the Vikings’ ability to thrive in the harsh, frozen landscapes of Scandinavia.
By Deji Akomolafeabout a year ago in History
The Marble Horse of Halicarnassus: A Glimpse Into the Glory of an Ancient Wonder
Few monuments from antiquity have captured the imagination quite like the Mausoleum of Halicarnassus. Constructed between 353 and 350 BCE in Halicarnassus (modern-day Bodrum, Turkey), this awe-inspiring tomb was built for Mausolus, the satrap of Caria, and his wife (and sister), Artemisia II. The structure was so magnificent that it earned its place among the Seven Wonders of the Ancient World. While the Mausoleum itself has long since succumbed to time and destruction, fragments of its splendor remain, offering a tantalizing glimpse into its grandeur.
By Deji Akomolafeabout a year ago in History
London Ancient City Wall
London is a city steeped in history, with its streets, parks, and structures offering glimpses into its rich past. One of the most evocative remnants of this history is the section of the old city wall standing adjacent to the street known as London Wall. This ancient structure, blending Roman engineering with medieval additions, tells the story of the city’s transformation across centuries.
By Deji Akomolafeabout a year ago in History
The Greek Bronze Helmet with a Griffin: A Masterpiece of Ancient Warfare and Art
In the realm of ancient warfare, helmets served not only as vital pieces of armor but also as symbols of identity, power, and artistry. Among the many striking examples of ancient military craftsmanship, the Greek bronze helmet with a griffin, dating to 350–300 BCE and originating from Magna Graecia (southern Italy), stands out as a testament to the fusion of practicality and decorative splendor.
By Deji Akomolafeabout a year ago in History
Augustus and the Transformation of Rome: From Bricks to Marble
of bricks and left it a city of marble,” he was not merely indulging in poetic flourish. As Rome’s first emperor, Augustus (born Gaius Octavius) ushered in an era of unprecedented architectural and cultural transformation that solidified his legacy as one of history’s most visionary leaders. While his rise to power was marked by violence and political intrigue, his reign brought stability, prosperity, and a stunning physical transformation of the Eternal City.
By Deji Akomolafeabout a year ago in History
The Bank of England Mosaic: A Roman Treasure Unearthed Beneath London
Twelve feet below one of London’s most iconic institutions, the Bank of England, lies a remarkable piece of history that transports us back nearly two millennia. Known as the Bank of England Mosaic, this beautifully preserved artifact is a rare example of Roman craftsmanship hidden beneath the modern metropolis.
By Deji Akomolafeabout a year ago in History
Exploring Edinburgh’s Hidden Past: The Forgotten Street Beneath the National Library of Scotland
Deep within the lower floors of the National Library of Scotland, behind a nondescript door, lies a remarkable piece of Edinburgh’s history that time almost forgot. This hidden gem is Libberton’s Wynd, a long-lost street offering a rare glimpse into how Scotland’s capital city looked centuries ago.
By Deji Akomolafeabout a year ago in History
Top 10 Most Mysterious Historical Discoveries: That Leave Experts Aghast
History is replete with mysteries of discovery. From the outset, archaeologists and historians have unearthed things that would not be explained even by the simplest logic: artifacts, monuments, and sites prompting endless debate, theory, and curiosity right up to this day. Here are the top 10 most baffling historical discoveries that still confound experts and fuel imaginations.
By soman Goswamiabout a year ago in History
Dark Justice
The notorious Salem witch trials started amid the spring of 1692, after a gather of youthful young ladies in Salem Town, Massachusetts, claimed to be had by the demon and blamed a few neighborhood ladies of witchcraft. As a wave of delirium spread all through colonial Massachusetts, a extraordinary court assembled in Salem to listen the cases; the to begin with sentenced witch, Bridget Religious administrator, was hanged that June. Eighteen others taken after Cleric to Salem’s Hangman's tree Slope, whereas a few 150 more men, ladies and children were charged over the another a few months.
By Shams Saysabout a year ago in History
13 Colonies, One Nation
The 13 colonies established along the Eastern seaboard in the 17th and 18th centuries weren't the to begin with colonial stations on the American landmass, but they are the ones where colonists in the long run pushed back against British run the show and outlined their possess form of government to shape the Joined together States.
By Shams Saysabout a year ago in History
From Homeland to Reservations
The Indian reservation framework built up tracts of arrive called reservations for Local Americans to live on as white pioneers took over their arrive. The fundamental objectives of Indian reservations were to bring Local Americans beneath U.S. government control, minimize strife between Indians and pilgrims and empower Local Americans to take on the ways of the white man. But numerous Local Americans were constrained onto reservations with disastrous comes about and obliterating, long-lasting effects.
By Shams Saysabout a year ago in History
