Tag: History
People who amazingly survived a gunshot to the head
We all know the best way to take out a zombie is to put a bullet through its brain, but you may be surprised to…
10 Ancient Battles That Ended Empires
Most battles are only one of many that help to decide the fate of kingdoms and empires. On occasion, however, there is a battle so…
10 Amazing Artistic Works Lost To History
Throughout history, the written word has been preserved on walls, scrolls, tablets, and anything else that might be etched or painted. While many great works…
10 Badass Women Who Went To War
When we think of war heroes, most everyone thinks of men because women were barred from combat for most of history. Only recently, nations…
10 Infamous Acts Of Treason Committed Throughout History
Ask any American who their nation’s greatest traitor throughout history was and they will blurt out, “Benedict Arnold!” Arnold fought for the colonists until he…
10 Fascinating Picks For Time’s Person Of The Year
Beginning in 1927 as an annual publication titled “Man of the Year,” Time’s choice for Person of the Year has often been contentious and, in…
10 Of The Shortest-Reigning Leaders In History
History is filled with rulers whose reigns lasted long after their welcome. However, some rulers were in charge for only brief periods of time. Here…
10 Inventions That Earned Their Creators Nothing
Whenever you create something new, patent it as soon as possible, or others might take advantage of your creation. It has happened numerous times throughout…
10 Cultural Atrocities Committed By ISIS
Whether you call them ISIS, ISIL, Islamic State, Da’ash, or just terrorists, the Islamic Group claiming to have found a new caliphate in Syria and…
10 Common Misconceptions About The US Military
With over 330 million people living in the United States, only 1.4 million people (0.4 percent of the population) serve in the US military. As…
