Events
The Great Escape
The escape plan devised by Frank Morris, John Anglin, Clarence Anglin, and Allen West was nothing short of remarkable. The men meticulously widened the ventilation shafts in their cells, taking advantage of their proximity to each other. With homemade tools, including a drill made from a vacuum cleaner engine, they gradually enlarged the holes and gained access to an unguarded utility corridor.
By Myke & Amy3 years ago in History
Unlikely Associations
Ron's undercover mission within the Ku Klux Klan (KKK) was a delicate balancing act. He had to maintain his cover as a white supremacist sympathizer while gathering intelligence on their activities. With the help of Chuck, his trusted body double, Ron attended Klan meetings and events, immersing himself in their world.
By Myke & Amy3 years ago in History
From Spy Rings to Hippo Salesmen
As the story continues, William Seibold, operating under the alias Harry Sawyer, found himself caught up in a clandestine operation that would bring him face to face with one of the most remarkable spies in history, Fritz Joubert Duquesne. Duquesne was a master of disguise and deception, known for assuming multiple identities and carrying out espionage missions across continents.
By Myke & Amy3 years ago in History
The Mysterious Beale Ciphers
Have you ever come across a set of numbers that could potentially make you a millionaire? Well, let's dive into the fascinating story of the Beale Ciphers and their estimated worth of a whopping 93 million dollars. These coded messages hold the key to uncovering the exact whereabouts of buried treasure, and it's a tale that dates back to the early days of America.
By Myke & Amy3 years ago in History
Phaethon's Fateful Flight
Each morning, Helios embarked on his celestial voyage, harnessing his winged horses and steering his golden chariot across the sky. As the Sun God transformed the dawn into the radiant blooms of day, he cast his thoughts upon those dwelling far below. Years earlier, he had fallen in love with Clymene, a water nymph. Together, they bore seven daughters and one son named Phaethon.
By Henrik Leandro Laukholm Solli3 years ago in History
The Green Knight's Game
In the festive atmosphere of Camelot during Christmas time, King Arthur hosted a grand celebration, inviting the entire court, except the wicked sorceress Morgan le Fay. Food and drink flowed freely as merriment filled the air. However, the joyous occasion was abruptly interrupted when the castle doors swung open, revealing a towering knight mounted on an emerald steed. The court fell into stunned silence as the knight proposed a daring game.
By Henrik Leandro Laukholm Solli3 years ago in History
Queen Lili'uokalani
On January 16th, 1895, two men arrived at Lili'uokalani's doorstep, arresting her and leading her to a room where she would be imprisoned. Her diaries were confiscated, her house ransacked, her lands claimed, and she was hidden away. Lili'uokalani was Hawaii's queen, and she ruled during one of the most tumultuous periods in its history. The arrival of American missionaries in Hawaii 75 years earlier marked the beginning of significant changes. These missionaries amassed power, built businesses, and laid claim to fertile lands, transforming them into plantations. They worked alongside the ali'i, the sacred Hawaiian nobility with close ties to the gods, who appointed missionaries to government positions, helping establish Hawaii as a sovereign kingdom with a constitutional monarchy.
By Henrik Leandro Laukholm Solli3 years ago in History
Building the Golden Gate Bridge
In the mid-1930s, two massive towers loomed above the morning fog, signaling the ambitious endeavor to construct California's Golden Gate Bridge. These towering structures, weighing 22,000 tons and stretching 227 meters into the sky, had to be meticulously dismantled, packaged, and transported over 4,500 kilometers from Pennsylvania to their final destination. Charles Ellis and Joseph Strauss, the lead engineers of the project, faced numerous challenges, from logistical hurdles to fierce opposition.
By Henrik Leandro Laukholm Solli3 years ago in History
The Art of Slavery
INTRODUCTION The history of slavery is a dark chapter in human civilization, marked by the brutal oppression and exploitation of individuals based on their race, ethnicity, or social status. In this narrative, we delve into the intricate web of power, control, and resistance that characterized the art of slavery.
By Peters John Jific3 years ago in History
Review of the article, ‘Amelogenin peptide analyses reveal female leadership in Copper Age Iberia (c. 2900–2650 BC)’
Introduction In this post, a review will be attempted of the article, ‘Amelogenin peptide analyses reveal female leadership in Copper Age Iberia (c. 2900–2650 BC)’.
By thepavsalford3 years ago in History
Secret tunel to Cleopatra's lost Tomb
In November 1922, a young boy ventured through the desert mountains of Egypt and stumbled upon a remarkable discovery—a set of ancient steps carved into the rock. Little did he know that this find would become one of the world's most significant archaeological discoveries, leading to the unearthing of Tutankhamun's untouched tomb. Inside, archaeologists found a treasure trove of approximately 5,000 ancient objects, including jewelry, fabrics, painted vases, and funeral masks. One such mask has become an iconic symbol of ancient Egypt.
By Ervīns Stūrītis3 years ago in History
