History Articles

People, places, countries and events are just four aspects of history covered in these fascinating articles. History can be wonderful and interesting and even more so if you travel to places and see for yourself where certain people lived and events took place. There is history of plants and medicines. There is history on your doorstep and halfway round the globe. Learn the culture of your own and other lands and make history come alive.

Development of cities and towns in Britain during 1780-1880

Posted on February 4, 2011 by BigH

Industrial revolution of 18th and 19th century occurred in the United Kingdom before spreading to the rest parts of Europe. During industrial revolution major changes occurred in agriculture, mining, transport, technology and manufacturing of finished goods. On this basis, these changes had some effects on the socio-economic and cultural conditions of the United Kingdom. It is of importance to note that, the industrial revolution marked a major change in human history where almost every aspect o

World Holocausts

Posted on February 4, 2011 by QDC

The word "holocaust" has been used so much to describe the damage done to one people of the earth, that it is usually not identified with others. The definition of a holocaust is a thorough attempt at genocide of any race or cultural group. This has been attempted and/or successfully accomplished against people, and other life forms, all over this world, especially during Islamic and European expansions of power in the last 400 years. In order to dispel the conception that the word holocaust....

The Real Truth about Burke and Hare

Posted on January 31, 2011 by Leona Tyrie

The names of William Burke and William Hare have become synonymous with grave robbing. But in actual fact, neither one of them ever robbed a grave. Burke and Hare were simply cold blooded murderers and are probably regarded as Scotland’s most infamous serial killers.

Admiral Zumwalts’ rise to Chief of Naval Operations

Posted on January 29, 2011 by BigH

Admiral Elmo Russell Zumwalt was born in California on 29 November 1920. He attended Tulare Union High School and Rutherford Preparatory Scholl and then he joined the U.S. Naval Academy and finished the Naval career in 1962 at National War College. During, his student life Zumwalt has shown the qualities of leadership by being the President of Trident Society, Vice President of the Quarterback Society and he won two times in Weekly Public Speaking Contestbtween 1941 and 1942 held in June. He al...

How To Read Sun Dials

Posted on January 19, 2011 by Hueys Planet

Reading sundials may be quite complicated especially for beginners. It would help if you ask someone to help you out with the reading. In time, you will be able to read sundials with ease.

Probity comics an essence to give the world a new expression about Sikhism

Posted on January 18, 2011 by probitycomics

Probity Comics is totally based on Sikh religion. Story of Guru Nanak Dev Ji life. we gave a new look through comic book. So, that children's can learn from it and follow the right path.

Ancient Egyptian Pyramid Texts of Unis

Posted on January 15, 2011 by Adam Kenawee

The Corpus of Pyramids Texts inscribed in the pyramid of Unis, last kind of the Fifth Dynasty (ca. 2352 - 2323 B.C.), is the oldest, smallest, and best preserved of the Old Kingdom sources. It was also the first to be discovered and published in modern times, and its texts have received more scholarly attention than those of other sources. Perhaps because of its priority, the corpus of Unis’s texts was regarded as the most canonical by the Egyptians themselves.

The Life and Children of Octavia the Younger, sister of Augustus

Posted on December 19, 2010 by Ted Brumby

As one of the most visible figures of ancient Rome, Octavia the Younger epitomized beauty, loyalty and kindness, and had a lasting impact on the role of women in the Roman Empire.

History And Highlights of Blacktown, NSW

Posted on December 15, 2010 by Ted Brumby

As with other older Australian towns, the history of the suburb Blacktown, near Sydney, is closely connected to the colonial period and early European settlers. One of the oldest towns in colonical Sydney Blacktown's rich history continues to colour the "flavour" of the suburd and surrounds.

The Eastland Ship Disaster

Posted on November 27, 2010 by Melvin Delgado

Today there are few who are familiar with the loss of the excursion ship, the S.S. Eastland, in July of 1915 at dock in the Chicago River. Loaded to capacity with over 2500 passengers, including many women and children excited and eager for a picnic on Michigan Island that was sponsored once a year by their employer, Western Electric, it began to list first to starboard, then port, righted itself, and then, finally began its terminal list to port landing on its side in 20 feet of water.

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