Ancient Chinese inventions have changed the course of history, from combat weapons like gunpowder to pioneering devices like the compass. Ancient Chinese philosophers achieved great advancements in science, technology, mathematics, and astronomy, independently of Greek philosophers and other cultures. Comets, … Continue reading Exploring Ancient Chinese Inventions that Impacted the World
The Greco-Persian Wars, often known as the Persian Wars, lasted nearly half a century and were fought between Greek states and Persia. Persia launched two invasions against mainland Greece between 490 and 479, which saw the most fierce combat. Although … Continue reading Ancient History: An Overview of the Historic Persian Wars
Following Carthage’s destruction in 201 BCE, Rome began two centuries of virtually uninterrupted imperial expansion. By the conclusion of this time, Rome ruled the whole Mediterranean basin and most of northern and western Europe. Her empire’s population, estimated to be … Continue reading Overview of Gladiatorial Games in Ancient Rome
The Trojan War is likely the greatest war in classical mythology, and it is one of the most well-known stories ever told (most famously in Homer’s “Iliad”). The Trojan War was a mythological struggle in western Anatolia between the early … Continue reading The Trojan War: An Overview of the Greatest War in Greek Mythology
The 900-year-long ‘Dark Ages’ occurred between the 5th and 14th centuries. The timeline begins with the fall of the Roman Empire and ends with the Renaissance. The Dark Ages were traditionally a period of minimal cultural growth and scientific discoveries. … Continue reading Understanding the Dark Ages of European History
Ancient Egypt, the land of mystery, is one of the oldest and most culturally rich civilizations of all time. It is one of the only ancient civilizations that has managed to capture the imagination of scholars, as well as the … Continue reading Ancient History: An Overview of the Ancient Civilization of Egypt
Genghis Khan founded the Mongol Empire and governed it from 1206 until he died in 1227. After uniting the Mongol tribes, he was given the title of Genghis Khan, meaning universal ruler. Genghis Khan, also known as Chinggis, Chingis, Jenghiz, … Continue reading Ancient History: The Mongol Empire of Genghis Khan
As key events fade over time, history must gather all the facts and feelings and present them to future generations. One such event, possibly the most significant of the twentieth century, has lost relevance in many people’s daily lives: the … Continue reading Ancient History: A Comprehensive Overview of the Historic Cold War
Ancient Japan made significant contributions to world culture, including the Shinto religion and its engineering, unmistakable craftsmanship items, for example, haniwa dolls, the most established ceramic vessels on the planet, the largest wooden structures anywhere at their time of development, … Continue reading An Overview of Ancient History in Japan