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When Britain was gripped by 'fairy mania'
During a bygone era, a whimsical and captivating phenomenon known as "fairy mania" held Britain in its enchanting thrall. This extraordinary infatuation with fairies, whether genuine or figments of the imagination, can be traced back to the 19th and early 20th centuries. In the forthcoming exploration, we shall embark upon a journey into the spellbinding realm of fairy mania, delving into its origins, the profound influence of folklore and literature, and its indomitable enduring legacy.
By Nizam malang2 years ago in History
Halloween not in Africa?
Why Halloween Is Not Celebrated in Africa Halloween is a popular holiday in many countries around the world, but it is not widely celebrated in Africa. There are a few reasons for this, including the continent's rich cultural and religious diversity, as well as its historical ties to colonialism.
By Asha Hwaka2 years ago in History
Halloween Dark History: Everything You Need To Know
Halloween is a time for enchanting costumes, frolicking trick-or-treating, and haunted house tours. But have you ever considered the eerie origins and macabre history of this well-known holiday? Join us on a journey into the shadows as we uncover the dark history of Halloween.
By Exotic History2 years ago in History
Did Cleopatra VII's Offspring Live and Give Birth to the fabled Queen Zenobia of Palmyra?
Four children were born to Cleopatra VII, the final pharaoh of an independent Egypt: Ptolemy Philadelphia, twins Alexander Helios and Cleopatra Selene, and Caesarian (with Julius Caesar) (the latter three with Mark Antony). However, she only bore a single daughter, Selene, who wed King Juba II of Mauretania, and so had no other offspring.
By Francis Dami2 years ago in History
The Berlin wall
LIFE AFTER THE BERLIN WALL" Live from the Berlin Wall on the most historic night in this Wall's history, it is perhaps the most important announcement made in Central Europe since the end of World War II. Everything seemed really simple on November 9th, 1989. In 1989, communism's iron grip weakened as uprisings took place from Berlin to Beijing, with vastly different results. Everybody thought China would get more liberal as it became richer; no one thought it would go the other way. The People's Liberation Army was gunning down protesters in Beijing's Tiananmen Square; it was like being in a war zone. But while the forward momentum could not be denied, there were new complications yet to come. The economy was in shambles. In the end, I think that was what created the opportunity for Vladimir Putin. Tiananmen Square is why today China has a real dictatorship. Back in 1989, we envisioned a world free of Cold War tensions; that's not the case today. History has a kind of fluidity that, when we think one thing is going to happen, results often end up anything but what we expect. The world as I had known it all of my adult life changed and changed fundamentally beginning in 1989. In man's heart, if not in fact, the day of the dictator is over.
By Insley jose Wickham Nunez2 years ago in History
The Mysterious Disappearance of Rudolf Diesel, Inventor of the Engine That Changed the World
It was a calm, clear night in late September 1913 when the steamship SS Dresden departed the Belgian port city of Antwerp on a short overnight journey across the English Channel to Harwich, England. On board was one of the most famous inventors alive at the time - the German engineer Rudolf Diesel. But when the Dresden arrived in Harwich the next morning, Diesel was nowhere to be found. His mysterious disappearance from the decks of the ship that night has puzzled historians for over a century.
By KWAO LEARNER WINFRED2 years ago in History
The Found Origin of Ancient Mummified Baboons in Egypt Indicates a Punt Location
Genetic research is being used by primatologists to identify the geographic origin of ancient, mummified baboons discovered in Egypt. In doing so, the evidence suggests the startling possibility that the two mythical trading locations of Punt and Adulis were the same, separated by a millennium.
By Francis Dami2 years ago in History
The Top 10 Deadliest Deities in Classical Mythology
Over the eons of our shared past, deities have been held in high regard, adored, and dreaded. There are many examples of gods that inspired fear and awe in the hearts of their devotees in ancient mythology from all over the world. These strong creatures, who frequently represented the fundamental forces of nature and human existence, ruled over chaos and order, life and death, and war and peace. Today, we explore the tales of the ten most terrifying gods from classical mythology, whose names alone could terrify people.
By Francis Dami2 years ago in History
The Famous Garisenda Tower in Bologna Is Too Leaning!
No, it's not in Pisa—an Italian leaning tower is back at it! Instead, it's Bologna's Garisenda Tower, which has been closed off by authorities due to concerns over its collapse, along with the important piazza that sits next to it. These "twin towers," which are only a few meters away from the considerably taller Asinelli Tower (which is twice as tall), are iconic images of the city that have stood the test of time. The Garisenda has been 4 degrees slanted for centuries. However, "traces of unexpected rotation" in the incline have been discovered in recent inspections, prompting an immediate closure for "years."
By Francis Dami2 years ago in History
Researchers think they have finally discovered the cause of the extinction of dinosaurs.
Long-held theory is that an asteroid hit terminated the dinosaur era, but new research suggests that one crucial component may have been more important than previously believed.
By Francis Dami2 years ago in History
