It takes guts to try and attempt a prison break, more so if it’s a secluded, maximum-security site like Alcatraz. Yet, three notorious criminals known for their string of crimes and escape attempts from other prisons possibly unlocked the code for escaping the world-famous penitentiary. After decades of being assumed dead by drowning after attempting …
Fast-food restaurant chains have always been synonymous with American culture. From malls to highways, restaurants like McDonald’s, Burger King, Outback, Friday’s, Applebee’s, and more can be spotted all around the United States. But for every successful chain, there are numerous others that failed. While some restaurants remain staples of American culture, others were wiped out. …
No one knows what the future may hold. For some, this is oddly unsettling, as tomorrow’s events seem uncertain, something that cannot be prepared for. But is knowing what’s going to happen really more preferable than being kept in the dark? Across the generations, people have attempted to predict the future and failed. Yet French …
As many of us know, the Secret Service was established in order to protect the country’s most prominent political figures. As highly trained security operatives, Secret Service men and women often assign code names to the politicians they’ve been entrusted with protecting. While some code names fit a president to a T, others seem more …
As one of the oldest civilizations in existence, ancient Greece is noteworthy for its important discoveries, pioneering the arts and sciences, and traditions shared with the world. With an abundant wealth of history and culture, it’s no wonder that ancient Greece has captivated countless people for centuries since its decline. You may think you’re well-versed …
History is probably one of the most fascinating subjects. It can teach us about past societies, little-known cultures, ancient technologies, and more. History can also help us paint a more detailed picture of where we stand today. Interestingly, there are many discoveries unveiled by archeologists that we certainly never learned about in our history books. …
Despite its hardships, people continue to have a fascination with medieval Europe, and especially its castles. While castle life was far from a fairytale, it had many fascinating inner workings few people truly know about. From how the food was cooked to where everybody slept, here’s what life was actually like in a medieval castle. …
When it comes to our ancestors, just because they were older, doesn’t mean they were wiser. This is especially true when it comes to the hygiene habits of the past. Before modern medicine and hygiene practices were established, people did some pretty questionable things when it came to their cleanliness. From downright foul cleaning methods …
Remember that the first photograph, or at least the oldest existing photograph, was taken in 1826 or 1827 by Joseph Nicéphore Niépce. This means that humans have only been able to take photographs for a mere fraction of time – but still enough to capture various moments throughout history without ever knowing who these iconic …
Few historical groups bring both fear and wonder to our minds quite like the Vikings. The fierce, axe-wielding warriors, with their longship raids and legendary Norse gods, once took the world by storm, with people today still captivated by their brave and bold ways. Unfortunately, centuries of tall tales have buried many Viking truths under …
