Ancient
Forgotten Glory
After 22-year-old American Margaret Abbott won the women’s golf competition at the 1900 Summer Olympics in Paris, no gold award was hung around her neck. There was no standing on a platform as the Stars and Stripes was raised, no homecoming parade, no photo on the front of a Wheaties box.
By Shams Saysabout a year ago in History
The Three Old Arches: England’s Oldest Shopfront and Medieval Marvel
In the heart of Chester, Cheshire, lies a structure that has withstood the test of time and commerce: The Three Old Arches. This historic site, believed to be England’s oldest shopfront, is not merely a relic of the past but a fascinating portal into the medieval era. Nestled along Chester’s iconic Rows—a unique architectural feature combining elevated walkways and shops—it represents the city’s only surviving medieval row frontage and the largest known example of a stone-walled hall from the Middle Ages.
By Deji Akomolafeabout a year ago in History
Illuminating the Past: The Ingenious Roads of Ancient Pompeii
The ancient city of Pompeii, famously frozen in time by the catastrophic eruption of Mount Vesuvius in 79 AD, continues to fascinate us with its remarkably preserved glimpses of Roman life. Among its many marvels is an often-overlooked innovation: a road system so advanced that it incorporated what can only be described as an ancient lighting solution. Imagine walking along a Roman road, its surface embedded with small white stones that gleamed under the moonlight, guiding travelers safely through the dark. This was no mere decorative flourish—it was a masterstroke of urban planning that exemplified the Romans' dedication to practicality, safety, and aesthetics.
By Deji Akomolafeabout a year ago in History
Little Moreton Hall: The Charmingly Wonky Wonder of England
Little Moreton Hall, nestled in the picturesque Cheshire countryside, is a masterpiece of Tudor architecture and one of England's most eccentric historic homes. Built between 1504 and 1610, it is famous not only for its remarkable craftsmanship but also for its delightful imperfections. While its quirky, crooked appearance has charmed visitors for centuries, one particular feature continues to intrigue: its seemingly wonky fireplace. Despite appearances, the fireplace is perfectly straight—it's the rest of the room that’s out of alignment.
By Deji Akomolafeabout a year ago in History
Horse Skull Curse
The neath stung, or neithing pole as it’s sometimes called in English, was a way to curse your enemies during the Viking Age. This practice appears in a few well-known sagas, and you've probably seen it referenced in TV shows and movies as well. Essentially, it involves placing a horse’s skull on a stick and pointing it toward the person you want to curse.
By ADIR SEGALabout a year ago in History
Louis Braille: The Man Who Gave Sight to the Blind
In 1819, 10-year-old Louis Braille got to be the most youthful understudy ever conceded to the Regal Founded for Dazzle Youth in Paris. Enthusiastic to learn how to perused and type in, Braille was smashed to learn that the school’s library contained fair three books.
By Shams Saysabout a year ago in History
Sue the T. rex: Fascinating Fossil Facts
On Admirable 12, 1990, Sue Hendrickson, a fossil seeker with the Dark Slopes Established of Geographical Investigate, set out over the searing fields of western South Dakota to investigate an outcropping of shake whereas her group worked on settling a level tire. After hours of climbing in foggy conditions with her brilliant retriever, Hendrickson come to a 60-foot-high feign and filtered the ground with no good fortune. At that point, she looked up—8 feet over, three enormous bones bulged from the shake face.
By Shams Saysabout a year ago in History
