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The History of Anniversary Gifts

CuriousHistory / February 27, 2024
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The Viking Age: Exploring the Seafaring Warriors of the North

CuriousHistory / January 16, 2024
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Bahri Tufina’s Watchmaking Legacy

CuriousHistory / January 9, 2024 / 1 Reply
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The study of sleep disorders

CuriousHistory / October 18, 2023
Culture & Society

Medieval Weapons That Shaped the Face of War and History

CuriousHistory / September 16, 2023
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Medieval Weapons That Shaped the Face of War and History

The medieval period lasted from the fifth to the fifteenth centuries, and it was one of the most turbulent and revolutionary times in human history, defined by conflict, chivalry, and significant scientific advances. When it came to conflict, both the ... Read More

Taj Mahal- The most beautiful wonder of the world

Taj Mahal is an epitome of the most stunning architectural work and beautiful landscape design. This historical monument was built by a great Mughal emperor Shah Jahan in 1631. He built this wonder of the world in remembrance of his 3rd wife Mumtaz Mahal, who ... Read More

The Story of Air Conditioners

All About Cooling Machines The foremost cooling systems apparatus was devised by an American physician, Dr. John Gorrie in Florida. In the 1830s, he designed a fan-like machine, which blew across an ice container for cooling hospital rooms. In 1881, ... Read More
Newcastle upon Tyne

A Short History Of Newcastle upon Tyne

Located on the banks of the River Tyne in northeast England, this city has seen many changes over the years since its origination as a Roman fort on Hadrian's Wall in 122AD. Newcastle is famous for its industrial heritage, brown ... Read More

Evolution of Cleaning

Before technology became an integral part of our everyday lives, people had to be imaginative and innovative to get their work done. As water was necessary for living, early people used to live near water and very quickly found out ... Read More
History of the Magic

Throughout history, different cultures have had their unique forms of magic, such as hoodoo, shamanism, and voodoo. Magic can be traced back to ancient civilizations, where it was closely tied…

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The History of Nursing

Nowadays, nursing is growing in popularity as a career because it has been voted as…

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U.S. Presidential history

Departing the traditional monarchical system of Britain, the founding fathers of U.S. constitution drafted a system where the American citizen had the responsibility and power…

anniversary gifts

The History of Anniversary Gifts

The first documented instance of the practice of giving anniversary gifts dates back to the 18th-century German tradition of silberne Hochzeit. Here, wives would receive silver wreaths from their husbands or friends on their 25th wedding anniversary. If the couple were together for 50 years, the wives would get gold wreaths. While these wreaths were given as memories of the occasion, which was also commemorated by exuberant celebrations, they also ... Read More
Viking

The Viking Age: Exploring the Seafaring Warriors of the North

The Viking Age, spanning from the 9th to the 11th century, witnessed the rise of Scandinavian seafaring warriors known as Vikings or Norsemen. These intrepid explorers and raiders embarked on voyages that would leave an indelible mark on European history. In this article, we will delve into the origins of the word Viking, the composition of Viking societies, their motivations for raiding, and their profound impact on Europe. Origins of ... Read More
Bahri Tufina

Bahri Tufina’s Watchmaking Legacy

The Tufina family's legacy is one defined by their resolute preservation of watchmaking heritage, a commitment that endured even through subsequent periods of turmoil. From enduring dictatorship to cultivating an educational institution, and from traversing continents to revitalizing their craft, the Tufina family's journey exemplifies an unyielding pursuit of excellence and the eternal power of resilience. In this article we will delve in more detail into the story of Bahri ... Read More

The study of sleep disorders

Insomnia was first reported in the ancient Egyptian texts, where opium was used to treat the  sleep disorder . In the 17th century, medicine underwent a change from the doctrines of Aristotle, Galileo, to more scientific theories. It was against this background that neurologists Thomas Willis and Thomas Sydenham came up with principles and practice of clinical neurology. Willis contributed to the knowledge of various sleep disorders, including Restless Leg ... Read More
medieval weapons

Medieval Weapons That Shaped the Face of War and History

The medieval period lasted from the fifth to the fifteenth centuries, and it was one of the most turbulent and revolutionary times in human history, defined by conflict, chivalry, and significant scientific advances. When it came to conflict, both the East and West had almost similar experiences. In the West, Germanic tribes clashed with Roman Empire soldiers, resulting in the fall of the Western Roman Empire. The Crusades fought to ... Read More

The Origins of Masonry

Stone and Brick Masonry Whether it is the pyramids in Egypt, the Great Wall of China or the Colosseum in Rome - these architectural structures are the iconic examples of masonry. The birth of hardscaping and masonry can be dated back to the first agricultural age with the expansion of the Fertile Crescent between 9,000 to 7,000 BC. At this time, fire was used to craft mortar. Mortars made of ... Read More
Grandee

Francisco de Borja Queipo and House of Queipo

Francisco de Borja Queipo and family, House of Queipo, Grandee of Spain, is a Spanish noble house with royal ancestry (Borgia); including politicians, diplomats, religious figures and military leaders. Among the aristocratic titles are: viceroys, dukes, marquesses, counts, viscounts, knights, lords, ladies, among others. As well as Prime Minister of Spain, Mayor of Madrid, President of the Parliament and the Council of Ministers, ministers, governors, regents, senators, congressmen, ambassador, counselors, ... Read More
Katana

A Brief History Of Katana The Samurai Swords

The sword ruled the battlefield before firearms took over. And, of all the shining blades in history, from the saber to the broadsword, feudal Japan’s katana is by far the most iconic. The term katana was initially used to designate a sword during the Kamakura era (1185-1333), although swords have been made in Japan for over two centuries. Japanese swords were initially simple variants of Chinese swords with straight, double-edged ... Read More

History of Japanese Traditional Beauty Secret

Interestingly, while beauty standards tend to fluctuate with time, beauty standards in Japan have almost remained the same—Japanese beauty focuses on creating a flawless appearance with an emphasis on lighter, brighter skin. “A fair complexion hides seven flaws” is an old Japanese saying that shows how much the Japanese value light skin. Even now, when beauty trends come and go, women in Japan still strive for a pale idea of ... Read More
History of the Magic

History of the Magic

Throughout history, different cultures have had their unique forms of magic, such as hoodoo, shamanism, and voodoo. Magic can be traced back to ancient civilizations, where it was closely tied to religion and spirituality. Then, it was used for various purposes, such as divination, healing, and influencing the natural world. How far back can we go? The history of magic can be traced back to ancient civilizations such as the ... Read More