8 Oct
History
8 Oct
26 Rare Facts About The USSR
For decades, the USSR was a behemoth force to be reckoned with in terms of global politics and warfare. Starting with the Bolshevik revolution, the rise of the Soviet Union took place across Russia and Europe’s Eastern bloc over what almost amounted to a century. During this time, some of the most shocking political events …
7 Oct
24 Explosive Facts About Guy Fawkes
We’re all well aware of the plot element in the film V for Vendetta and the use of Guy Fawkes’ masks. After the film, the Guy Fawkes’ masks have become a universally known symbol of protest used among various groups. The masks both conceal the identity of the protestants and demonstrate their commitment to a …
7 Oct
36 Dazzling Facts About December
“It’s the most wonderful time of the year…” Sing along! December, that time of year when storefronts are festooned with holiday decorations and Christmas spirit! It’s a month of festivities, joy, and family reunions. December is also a month of one year’s closure and a time when we start preparing our New Year’s resolution list. …
6 Oct
17 Violent Facts About The Vietnam War
It’s the war that came to define a generation and one with controversial opinions which are still heard to this day. The Vietnam War has left us with more than just poignant imagery, it also throws up plenty of interesting facts if you know where to look. 1. The US got started in Vietnam in …
4 Oct
11 Thought-Provoking Facts About Thanksgiving
Thanksgiving is a national holiday in the USA. It’s celebrated every year on the fourth Thursday of November, and originated as a harvest festival. To get you in the mood for the celebrations, here’s 11 fun facts about Thanksgiving… 1. Turkey and Thanksgiving is a modern coupling. There is no actual record of turkey being …
2 Oct
18 Interesting Facts About The Titanic
The sinking of the Titanic is a tragedy that’s well-known by most – after setting sail in April 1912, the luxury liner was tragically destined to collapse just five days into its journey. Over 700 passengers survived the disaster, but over 1,000 lives were lost. Whether you are fascinated by the history of the incident …
26 Sep
14 Fabulous Facts About November
November is the month of the year that can be quite divisive amongst people. While it’s a month which can be full of beauty – as the leaves fall from the trees, creating a gorgeous autumnal landscape – it is also the time of year when things start to become chilly. However, that’s not to …
20 Sep
11 Profound Facts About Pompeii
The ancient Italian city of Pompeii, of course, is well known for having fallen to an ancient disaster. Specifically, the area was covered in and destroyed by a wave of ash and rocks following a volcanic eruption. Therefore, it’s likely to be a name you already recognise from history classes! However, there is still likely …
16 Sep
10 Confidential Facts About Cleopatra
Queen Cleopatra is likely to be one of the most famous and most powerful women in all of history. It’s unlikely you will do much reading on ancient Egypt without coming across her name once or twice! Her fascinating story is the stuff of legend – however, Cleopatra certainly existed, and we’ve been able to …
13 Sep
27 Top Facts About Tuesday
Is Tuesday REALLY anyone’s favourite day of the week? Bizarrely, yes. It’s considered lucky in some cultures, and unlucky in others! Tuesday happens to have the poor luck of being too far from the weekend and barely ahead of hump day, making it a bit of a non-event for many people – and a bit …
11 Sep
11 Regal Facts About King Solomon
King Solomon is one of the most famous men of the ancient world, but just how much do you know about him today? Let’s take a whistle-stop tour of some of the most amazing facts about him so that you can impress just about anyone with your newfound knowledge. 1. King Solomon was a builder. …
10 Sep
18 Eyebrow-Raising Facts About Pablo Escobar
Pablo Emilio Escobar Gaviria – “El Patron” also known as the “King of cocaine” was hated and adored at the same time. According to Forbes magazine, he was one of the 10 richest men in the world. Who knows how that list would look like if he could add all the hidden money? He was …
10 Sep
33 Shocking Facts About Slavery
Slavery was, and still is, a very real threat to human freedom. The very definition of the act of slavery is to hold someone against their will, and to coerce them into doing things they have the right to refuse. History lessons have taught us that slave trading occurred hundreds of years ago, however, modern …
8 Sep