The history of sports is long and vast. Some sports have been practised for decades or hundreds of years, while others can trace their roots back thousands of years. It goes without saying that there are lots of key events throughout sporting history that have stood out from the rest. The achievements of athletes help… Continue reading 10 of the Most High-Profile Sporting Events in History
A Brief History of Iraq
By Tim Lambert Ancient Iraq Sumer was the world’s first civilization. It arose about 3,500 BC in what is now Iraq, in the land between the Tigris and the Euphrates. Several city-states grew up, each one ruling an area of the surrounding countryside. About 3,300 BC, the Sumerians invented writing on clay tablets. However, the… Continue reading A Brief History of Iraq
A Timeline of Exploration
By Tim Lambert 1488 The Portuguese sailed around the Cape of Good Hope 1492 Christopher Columbus discovered the New World 1493 Columbus discovered Puerto Rico 1494 Christopher Columbus discovered Jamaica while on his second voyage 1497 Jean Cabot sailed to Newfoundland 1498 A Portuguese named Vasco Da Gama reached India by sea Columbus discovered Trinidad… Continue reading A Timeline of Exploration
A Brief History of Cakes
By Tim Lambert Early Cakes The earliest recipe for pancakes in England dates from the 15th century. People were supposed to fast from certain foods during Lent, the 40 days before Easter. They also confessed their sins before Lent. The old English word for confessing was shrive, so the day when confessions were made was… Continue reading A Brief History of Cakes
A Timeline of Flight
By Tim Lambert People have always dreamed of flying. According to Greek mythology, a man named Daedalus made wings for himself and successfully flew. According to old English mythology, an English king called Bladud made wings and tried to fly about 850 BC, but he was killed. About 1005, a monk named Eilmer of Malmesbury… Continue reading A Timeline of Flight
Symbolism Definition and Examples: An Effective Tool for More Meaningful Writing
Symbolism Definition and Examples When reading or analyzing any literary text, you may notice a lot of symbolism. Why is it used? What is its purpose? How does it influence the paper? If you have ever had any of these questions, it means you should learn more about the phenomenon. Before you immerse yourself in… Continue reading Symbolism Definition and Examples: An Effective Tool for More Meaningful Writing
The Mindful Move: How to Relocate Without the Overwhelm
Relocation can hardly be a mere logistical challenge. It is a weird combination of excitement, stress, flashback, and unexpectedly much decision-making. It is not just some objects that you are moving here to there, it is the end of one chapter and the beginning of another. And as much as your relocation might be to… Continue reading The Mindful Move: How to Relocate Without the Overwhelm
Historical Empires and Their Advanced Technologies Ahead of Their Time
Throughout human history, remarkable civilizations have shaped the world long before modern science and engineering existed. These empires rose to power through innovation, curiosity, and a deep understanding of their environments. Their accomplishments often seem remarkably advanced, especially given the limited tools and knowledge available at that time. From complex architecture to sophisticated mathematics and… Continue reading Historical Empires and Their Advanced Technologies Ahead of Their Time
A Brief History of Azerbaijan
By Tim Lambert Ancient Azerbaijan Ancient Azerbaijan was ruled by a series of empires. The Persian Empire existed from 550 BC to 331 BC. It included most of what is now Azerbaijan. The Persians introduced Zoroastrianism. Alexander the Great conquered the Persian Empire, but after his death in 323, his empire broke up. However, in… Continue reading A Brief History of Azerbaijan
Know How to Optimize Historical Content for Better Visibility
Source: Freepik SEO for historians means ensuring good research finds its audience rather than being stuck in an empty search result page. By making it easier for search engines to comprehend and trust historical content, historians can boost online visibility, and get increased traffic from people searching for answers to very specific historical queries in… Continue reading Know How to Optimize Historical Content for Better Visibility