Narratives
His Final Words
Dear Eleanor, I’ve dedicated over a few hours into formulating the correct words for this letter, but the further I go, the more I realize I may have underestimated it. And now I need to ask myself how in the world am I supposed to express my feelings of being so far away from the person I care about the most and being surrounded by violence and chaos at the same time. I wish I could soothe my inner self with reminisce of my deepest aspirations in life, your voice and touch. I tried day dreaming for a split second, yet it didn’t come close to comforting my inner self.
By Verse Today11 months ago in History
Manyani Detention Camp
Manyani was an enormous site, nearly three miles long by half a mile wide. At the time, this was the largest detention camp outside the Iron Curtain. It was, like most of the camps in the Pipeline, surrounded by barbed wire and watchtowers and patrolled by armed guards with police dogs. After Operation Anvil, detainees were being moved in batches of a thousand twice a week from the screening camps. J.M Kariuki who was transported from Langata, asserts that they were given no food at any point in the 2-day journey. All their possessions that were not packed into a box were confiscated upon arrival and the detainees became recipients of harsh beatings throughout the process of registration.
By HINGES OF TIME11 months ago in History
Dear Sam
September 10, 2014 Dear Sam: You don’t know me yet, but you will. And when you do, it will be my greatest honor to make sure that you are the happiest person alive. I’ve been chosen to be your personal bodyguard. I swear that I will take that job very seriously. I may not look like much, only 3’7 and 60 pounds soaking wet, but I promise that I can pack a mean punch.
By David E. Perry11 months ago in History
The Enigmatic Tale of Polycrates’ Ring
In the chronicles of ancient history, few narratives are as engaging and reflective as the story of Polycrates’ Ring. This account, rich in intrigue and moral implications, centers on Polycrates, the tyrant of Samos, whose ascent to power and eventual decline were both dramatic and symbolic. Chronicled by the Greek historian Herodotus, this tale serves as a perennial reminder of the fragile equilibrium between human ambition and the enigmatic will of the divine.
By A História11 months ago in History
A Journey in Service
The eagerly anticipated autobiography of General Ibrahim Badamasi Babangida (IBB), the former military president of Nigeria who presided from 1985 to 1993, is titled A Journey in Service. Babangida's personal and professional life, including his military career, leadership experiences, policy decisions, and the difficulties he had while leading Nigeria, are all covered in detail in the book, which was released on February 20, 2025.
By Adah Adahson11 months ago in History
February's Song
Orange and Blossom met in 2006 on their way to a Josh Groban concert where they first heard him sing his "February Song". Before even knowing their real names, both had stood admiring the lovely field of oranges and orange blossoms while sightseeing a few hours before the concert.
By Antoni De'Leon11 months ago in History
The Legend of Varuna
In ancient times, when the universe was still in its infancy and the distinctions between the mortal and divine realms were indistinct, there existed a formidable deity who presided over the vast, unexplored waters of the cosmos. This deity was Varuna, the god of the oceans, the skies, and the celestial order. His narrative is one of adventure, wisdom, and the perpetual equilibrium between chaos and harmony.
By A História11 months ago in History
January 1, 1933. Content Warning.
Happiness and optimism have eluded me for months but as I enter upon this new beginning, I find myself hopeful. I feel this is the year of love and joy for myself. I have been writing in your pages for many years now and you have been privileged to hold all of my secrets, except for one that I fear letting out of the constraints of my mind. I have been holding it inside for so long, afraid to even speak it out loud or in your pages... but alas, I feel it is the only way to escape this darkness that has been draped over me for so long. If I don't release this, I fear I may drown in this misery of my own creation. Therefore, I must confess this to you, dearest Diary... for you are the only one I trust with my deepest secrets... I am in love with another, not my husband, not another man...
By Luna Verity11 months ago in History
The Mysterious Disappearance of Five Children in 1945 The Sodder Family Case.
The Mysterious Disappearance of Five Children in 1945 The Sodder Family Case. Some events in history never fade away instead they raise more questions over time. One such mystery is the disappearance of five Sodder children on Christmas Eve December 25 1945 in Fayetteville West Virginia USA.
By Adnan Rasheed11 months ago in History
Prison Break of the Century The Legendary Alcatraz Escape
Prison Break of the Century The Legendary Alcatraz Escape Alcatraz Prison considered one of the most secure prisons in the United States witnessed a shocking event in 1962 when three inmates Frank Morris Clarence Anglin and John Anglin successfully escaped from what was believed to be an impenetrable fortress. Located on an island in the San Francisco Bay Alcatraz was designed to be escape proof. Yet these three prisoners devised an ingenious plan that astonished the world and remains a mystery to this day. This escape was not a spur of the moment decision but the result of months of meticulous planning patience and keen observation. The inmates carefully studied the prison’s internal structure and discovered that there was a ventilation shaft behind their cells that led to the roof. Using makeshift tools such as spoons forks and other small objects they began chiseling away at the walls of their cells. The prison walls weakened by time and exposure to salty air made it easier for them to dig through.
By Adnan Rasheed11 months ago in History
