World History
Shakespeare’s Secret Legacy
In spite of the fact that it can be troublesome to quality the start of a exact word to a particular individual, the Oxford English Lexicon credits William Shakespeare with the first-use citations of around 1,600 words—from “bedazzle” to “fashionable” to “watchdog”—more than by any other author. The ace of pleasantry too contributed handfuls of other expressions that stay a portion of our ordinary dialect. In a few cases, Shakespeare may have coined the terms; in others he may have been the to begin with to put them into the composed record.
By Shams Saysabout a year ago in History
Surviving the Killing Fields
Dith Pran was a Cambodian photojournalist known for uncovering the repulsions of life beneath Pol Pot’s Khmer Rouge. He survived four and a half a long time of constrained labor and beatings, vowing that if he ever gotten away, he would tell the world almost the violence.
By Shams Saysabout a year ago in History
Feathered Heroes
Flying experts in their warplanes were not the as it were discuss constrain that took flight amid World War I. As numerous as 500,000 homing pigeons went with officers, mariners and pilots into fight, conveying military insights and trouble messages that spared thousands of lives. A few winged creatures earned saint status for satisfying their missions—even after being gravely harmed. “Cher Ami,” for one, gotten the French military’s most elevated honor. “President Wilson” is revered at the Pentagon.
By Shams Saysabout a year ago in History
Aeschylus
Aeschylus, frequently acknowledged as the progenitor of Greek tragedy, holds a crucial position in the annals of literature and drama. Born circa 525 BCE in Eleusis, close to Athens, Aeschylus was a trailblazer who transformed the emerging art of tragedy into a refined and impactful means of narrative expression. His writings not only shaped the works of his peers but also established the groundwork for subsequent playwrights such as Sophocles and Euripides.
By A Históriaabout a year ago in History
Orpheus
In the realm of Greek mythology, many musicians and poets honored the deities and legendary figures, yet none could compare to Orpheus. The son of Calliope, the muse of epic poetry, and Apollo, the god of music and prophecy, Orpheus possessed an extraordinary voice and remarkable musical abilities. He inherited a captivating voice from his mother and the divine skill of lyre playing from his father. When Orpheus played his lyre, animals became silent, plants danced to his melodies, and even the most hardened souls were moved. However, Orpheus was not just a masterful musician; he was also a hero of exceptional bravery. Orpheus became a member of Jason and the Argonauts during their famed expedition to retrieve the Golden Fleece. His musical talents were crucial, helping the crew navigate through dangerous challenges. When the enchanting song of the Sirens posed a risk of leading the Argonauts to their demise, Orpheus responded by playing his own melody, overpowering their deadly allure and securing a safe journey. Upon his return from his journeys, Orpheus became profoundly enamored with Eurydice, a woman captivated by the beauty of his music. Their love was celebrated, yet foreboding signs loomed over their relationship. On the day of their wedding, ominous warnings suggested a troubled future ahead. Tragedy struck when Eurydice, in an attempt to escape the advances of an unwanted suitor, Aristaeus, was bitten by a poisonous snake and ultimately succumbed to her injuries.
By A Históriaabout a year ago in History
Tariffs Explained
Tariffs—taxes on imported goods—have been a highlight of U.S. exchange arrangement since the nation’s establishing. Until the Respectful War, they made up the endless lion's share of government income, and remained an greatly vital income source until the creation of the formal salary assess in 1913.
By Shams Saysabout a year ago in History
The Speed Climbing Mystery
The military accomplishments of Alexander the Incredible were incredible in the old world. In his brief and exciting life—Alexander kicked the bucket at fair 32 a long time old—the Macedonian Greek lord toppled the forceful Persians and came to run the show over a gigantic domain extending from Greece to India.
By Shams Saysabout a year ago in History
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 Extraordinary Life of Ada Lovelace: The World’s First Computer Programmer
Ada Lovelace, born Augusta Ada Byron in 1815, was a visionary mathematician whose work laid the groundwork for the modern computer age. Often celebrated as the first computer programmer, her contributions to the world of technology were not just groundbreaking for her time but also ahead of it.
By Alvis Njorogeabout a year ago in History
