By Tim Lambert The Mughal empire was founded by Babur 1483-1530, a descendant of Genghis Khan. From 1504, he ruled part of what is now Afghanistan. From the Turks, he had learned to use cannons and muskets. Guns enabled him to win great victories over the Indians who were still using traditional methods of warfare.… Continue reading The Mughal Empire
Author: Tim Lambert
Best Historical Nonfiction Books You Should Read
While many readers gravitate toward fiction for escapism, historical nonfiction books serve a different purpose. These works rely on primary sources, documented narratives, verified timelines, and data to explain how the core concepts actually function. Whether the topic is a specific political biography or a massive social movement, the books offer a grounded perspective that… Continue reading Best Historical Nonfiction Books You Should Read
Famous Women Pilots
By Tim Lambert In 1784, Elisabeth Thible became the first woman to fly in an untethered balloon. In 1909, Elise Deroche became the first woman to fly solo. Raymonde de Laroche was born in 1882. In 1910, she became the first woman to gain a pilot’s licence (in France). Harriet Quimby was born in 1875.… Continue reading Famous Women Pilots
A History of Airplanes
By Tim Lambert Early Airplanes At first, people learned to fly in balloons or gliders, but in the 20th century, they made heavier-than-air flying machines. On 17 December 1903, the Wright brothers flew a plane. Once the plane had been invented, aircraft technology developed rapidly. In 1908, Henri Farman became the first recorded passenger in… Continue reading A History of Airplanes
A History of Balloons
By Tim Lambert Early Balloons The hot air balloon was invented by two brothers, Joseph-Michel and Jacques-Étienne Montgolfier. On June 4, 1783, the Montgolfiers publicly demonstrated an unmanned hot-air balloon. On 19 September 1783, a duck, a sheep, and a cockerel became the first living creatures carried by a hot air balloon. On 27 August… Continue reading A History of Balloons
When History Trends: How Social Media Revives Interest in the Past
Source History was always one of those school subjects that most people grew up hating. Why do you have to spend hours of your childhood learning about things that already happened, especially when history teachers make them seem so boring? Obviously, there’s a massive amount of importance regarding history and learning from the sins of… Continue reading When History Trends: How Social Media Revives Interest in the Past
Weather Resistance of Memorial Stones in Different Climates
The creation of a memorial is a deeply profound act, representing a tangible and enduring tribute to a life lived, a legacy left behind, and the enduring nature of memory itself. When selecting a memorial, one of the most critical, yet frequently underestimated, considerations is the geological and physical durability of the chosen material in… Continue reading Weather Resistance of Memorial Stones in Different Climates
The History of British Piers and Seaside Amusements
At one point, Britain was home to 100 seaside piers. Today, however, only around 55 of those still stand. Those that remain draw in millions of visitors per year and are often found in seaside destinations for Brits; for instance, the East of England in Cromer or the North of England in Blackpool. The Piers… Continue reading The History of British Piers and Seaside Amusements
A History of Ships
By Tim Lambert Ancient Ships The earliest boats were dugout canoes. People lit a fire on a big log, then put it out and dug out the burned wood. About 3,100 BC, the Egyptians invented the sailing boat. They were made of bundles of papyrus reeds tied together. They had simple square sails made of… Continue reading A History of Ships
History of CBD: From Ancient Remedies to Modern Wellness Revolution
Cannabidiol, commonly known as CBD, has become one of the most recognized natural compounds in the modern wellness industry. It is found in the cannabis plant and is widely used in oils, capsules, creams, edibles, beverages, and skincare products. Many consumers associate CBD with recent health trends, but the true history of CBD stretches back… Continue reading History of CBD: From Ancient Remedies to Modern Wellness Revolution