The Victorian era left us feeling like sex scandals are a new thing. But our ancient ancestors actually put us to shame…
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Egypt is the land of pyramids and pharaohs, tombs filled with glittering treasures, and powerful men who ruled a country like gods.…
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A lot can be forgotten in 2,000 years, and the greatest conquerors of ancient history are barely even a memory now. The…
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Research of ancient civilization evidently demonstrates that the Egyptians were well ahead of their time. The following cases not only demonstrate the…
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Most battles are only one of many that help to decide the fate of kingdoms and empires. On occasion, however, there is…
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Maps reflect our worldview—literally. Far from purely scientific instruments, they are almost always bound with history, mythology, and religion. A study of…
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In ancient Rome, the general rule was that slaves could be freely tortured. In fact, it was highly recommended that any free…
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We look at skyscrapers and dams and see them as pinnacles of human engineering, content in the fact we can build whatever…
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When people in the ancient world found gigantic ruins, they often described them as Cyclopean—as if only mythical Cyclops could have built…
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Ancient warfare was dominated by men, who have natural advantages when it comes to wielding a sword, drawing a bow, or dying…