Ancient History

Uncover the shocking secrets and untold mysteries of ancient civilizations that could rewrite history as we know it.

Discovering Naraoia: A Window to Ancient Marine Mysteries

Discovering Naraoia: A Window to Ancient Marine Mysteries

Martin Sparks

Martin Sparks

Naraoia is an ancient marine arthropod from the Cambrian Period, offering crucial insights into early evolutionary life and the diverse ecosystems of Earth's past.

The Secret Lives Encased in Stone: Exploring Ancient Roman Sarcophagi

The Secret Lives Encased in Stone: Exploring Ancient Roman Sarcophagi

KC Fairlight

KC Fairlight

From stories etched into stone to symbolic tales of power, ancient Roman sarcophagi reveal intriguing aspects of a life long gone. They’re more than just stone coffins; they're glimpses into Roman civilization’s style, status, and beliefs.

Discovering Dipleura: The Trilobite That Rewrites History

Discovering Dipleura: The Trilobite That Rewrites History

Vince Vanguard

Vince Vanguard

Dipleura, a genus of trilobites from the Silurian to Devonian periods, offers a fascinating glimpse into Earth's ancient marine ecosystems and evolution's divine creativity.

Deciphering the Secrets of Minuscule 165: A Journey Through History and Texts

Deciphering the Secrets of Minuscule 165: A Journey Through History and Texts

Martin Sparks

Martin Sparks

Minuscule 165, a Greek manuscript from the 11th century, offers a fascinating glimpse into Byzantine history and the evolution of biblical texts, demonstrating the timeless human pursuit of knowledge.

El: The Ancient Deity of the Canaanites

El: The Ancient Deity of the Canaanites

Martin Sparks

Martin Sparks

Uncover the significance of El, the supreme deity of the ancient Canaanites, and his influence on Near Eastern religious traditions.

The Enigmatic World of Lycosoura Artemis

The Enigmatic World of Lycosoura Artemis

KC Fairlight

KC Fairlight

Explore the mystical allure of Lycosoura Artemis, a unique figure in Greek mythology that shines a light on ancient cultural diversity and spiritual autonomy.

Crack the Code of Ab Cuneiform: A Conservative Perspective on Ancient Script

Crack the Code of Ab Cuneiform: A Conservative Perspective on Ancient Script

Vince Vanguard

Vince Vanguard

Let's crack open the ancient world of Ab cuneiform! From its origins in Mesopotamia to its societal impacts, this ancient writing shows us more than just wedges in clay—it offers lessons in writing, gender roles, globalization, and heritage that some today might find shocking.

The Untold Story of Untash-Napirisha: The Ancient King Who Defied Time

The Untold Story of Untash-Napirisha: The Ancient King Who Defied Time

Vince Vanguard

Vince Vanguard

Learn about Untash-Napirisha, the ancient Elamite king who built the monumental Chogha Zanbil ziggurat and unified his kingdom with visionary leadership.

Antony's Atropatene Campaign: A Tale of Ambition and Strategy

Antony's Atropatene Campaign: A Tale of Ambition and Strategy

Martin Sparks

Martin Sparks

Mark Antony's Atropatene campaign in 36 BC highlights the challenges of Roman expansion and the strategic complexities of ancient warfare against the Parthian Empire.

Antony's Atropatene Adventure: A Classical Catastrophe

Antony's Atropatene Adventure: A Classical Catastrophe

Vince Vanguard

Vince Vanguard

Mark Antony's Atropatene campaign was an embarrassing episode of inflated hubris and faulty strategy, resulting in one of the most disastrous military flops in Roman history.

The Enigmatic Nakanooku Stele: A Window into Ancient Mysteries

The Enigmatic Nakanooku Stele: A Window into Ancient Mysteries

KC Fairlight

KC Fairlight

The Nakanooku Stele, an ancient artifact from Southeast Asia, captivates historians with its undeciphered inscriptions and offers insights into the region's 8th-century cultural and historical complexities.

Meet Coelostegus: A Peek Into the Past

Meet Coelostegus: A Peek Into the Past

KC Fairlight

KC Fairlight

Looking back 300 million years, the extinct Coelostegus offers unique insights into early vertebrate evolution and adaptation to life's challenges.

Discovering the Ancient Village of Karanis: A Glimpse into Roman Egypt

Discovering the Ancient Village of Karanis: A Glimpse into Roman Egypt

Martin Sparks

Martin Sparks

Karanis, an ancient village in Roman Egypt, offers a rich tapestry of cultural and historical artifacts that illuminate daily life and cultural integration in a Roman province.

Discovering the Ancient City of Halos in Thessaly

Discovering the Ancient City of Halos in Thessaly

Martin Sparks

Martin Sparks

Uncover the historical and mythological significance of the ancient city of Halos in Thessaly, Greece, through its archaeological remains and strategic importance in the Hellenistic period.

The Enigmatic Ur-Ningirsu: A Glimpse into Ancient Mesopotamia

The Enigmatic Ur-Ningirsu: A Glimpse into Ancient Mesopotamia

KC Fairlight

KC Fairlight

Delve into the life and legacy of Ur-Ningirsu, a ruler of ancient Mesopotamia, and his profound impact on the religious and political landscape of the Sumerian civilization.

Tigranocerta: A Clash of Kingdoms in Ancient Armenia

Tigranocerta: A Clash of Kingdoms in Ancient Armenia

Martin Sparks

Martin Sparks

The Battle of Tigranocerta was a monumental clash between the forces of King Tigranes II of Armenia and the Roman Republic under Lucius Licinius Lucullus, showcasing strategy and human ambition in ancient world dynamics.

The Palaestra at Olympia: Where Ancient Athletes Became Legends

The Palaestra at Olympia: Where Ancient Athletes Became Legends

Vince Vanguard

Vince Vanguard

The Palaestra at Olympia was a cultural hub where ancient Greek athletes trained and intellectuals gathered, embodying the values of competition, excellence, and resilience.

The Aquatic Terror: Unraveling the Mysteries of Pliosaurus andrewsi

The Aquatic Terror: Unraveling the Mysteries of Pliosaurus andrewsi

KC Fairlight

KC Fairlight

Pliosaurus andrewsi, an ancient sea predator from the Late Jurassic period, thrived in what is now Europe, ruling the oceans and leaving behind a legacy of intrigue and fascination.

The Marvelous Mammacyon: A Glimpse into the Past

The Marvelous Mammacyon: A Glimpse into the Past

Martin Sparks

Martin Sparks

The extinct Mammacyon, a fascinating 'bear dog' from the Miocene epoch, offers crucial insights into evolutionary biology and ancient ecosystems.

Creusa: A Tragic Princess of Ancient Drama

Creusa: A Tragic Princess of Ancient Drama

KC Fairlight

KC Fairlight

Caught in the fiery crossfire of power and deception, Creusa, daughter of Creon, exemplifies tragic innocence in Greek mythology. Her involvement with Jason and Medea underscores themes of power, agency, and unintended consequences.

The Mysterious Condrusi: A Peek into the Past

The Mysterious Condrusi: A Peek into the Past

KC Fairlight

KC Fairlight

Discovering the Condrusi tribe reveals how lesser-known cultures have shaped history and resonate with today's identity debates. This ancient tribe from modern-day Belgium plays into themes of cultural resilience and historical relevance.

The Vajjika League: Navigating Ancient Wisdom with Modern Curiosity

The Vajjika League: Navigating Ancient Wisdom with Modern Curiosity

Martin Sparks

Martin Sparks

Dive into the captivating story of the Vajjika League, an assembly steeped in rich histories of northern Bihar, India, where ancient governance laid the groundwork for democracy as we know it today.

The Cheste Hoard: A Treasure Trove of History

The Cheste Hoard: A Treasure Trove of History

KC Fairlight

KC Fairlight

The Cheste Hoard, a collection of over 6,000 ancient Roman coins discovered in Spain, offers invaluable insights into the economic and political landscape of ancient Rome.

Caturidae: The Fish Family Liberals Won't Tell You About

Caturidae: The Fish Family Liberals Won't Tell You About

Vince Vanguard

Vince Vanguard

Did you know there's a fish family called Caturidae that defies modern environmentalist narratives, swimming under the radar of popular discourse? These ancient fishes thrived during the late Triassic, surviving monumental changes in Earth's history without any fanfare.