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10 Oldest Towns in the United States & Their True History
1+ day, 1+ hour ago (1272+ words) From the coasts of New England to the deserts of New Mexico, here are ten of the oldest towns in the US that help shape the modern nation. The designation of the "Oldest Towns" in the United States is highly…...
The 1898 Campaign That Made Puerto Rico an American Territory
1+ day, 7+ hour ago (414+ words) Discover the 1898 military campaign that ended Spanish rule and transformed Puerto Rico into a United States territory. One of the most successful US military campaigns at the end of the 19th century was the conquest of Puerto Rico. Unlike the other…...
Who Killed "scar Romero, Archbishop of San Salvador?
1+ day, 8+ hour ago (455+ words) St. "scar Romero, Archbishop of San Salvador, was murdered in 1980. Only one man has ever been held accountable. Named Archbishop of San Salvador in 1977, "scar Romero's closest friends maintain that he was never a liberation theologist, but a shift in…...
15 Great History Museums Every History Lover Must Visit at Least Once
1+ day, 9+ hour ago (1474+ words) From Cairo to London, these 15 world-class history museums house humanity's most breathtaking treasures, ancient artifacts, and cultural milestones. Walking into a great history museum is the closest we can get to true time travel. From London and Berlin to Cairo…...
15 Beautiful Libraries in the U. S. You Should Visit
2+ day, 1+ hour ago (1466+ words) More than just places to read, these U. S. libraries are testaments to history, architecture, and the enduring power of knowledge. Visitors are encouraged to explore the library's exhibitions, which delve into diverse topics from American history to world cultures. The institution…...
Shock Therapy in Russia: The Economic Upheaval of the 1990s
2+ day, 6+ hour ago (559+ words) To jumpstart the economy after the collapse of the Soviet Union, Russia used a radical policy of shock therapy. What was it and how did it work? In the early 1990s, Boris Yeltsin implemented several drastic measures to accelerate the transition…...
How Roman Citizenship Became the Most Valuable Status
2+ day, 7+ hour ago (1040+ words) "Civis Romanus sum" were the most powerful words that could be uttered in the Roman Empire, granting an enviable collection of rights and protections. According to legend, in 509 BC, the Romans expelled their kings and decided that they would be…...
18 Most Spectacular Art Museums for Your Cultural Bucket List
2+ day, 7+ hour ago (1398+ words) From Paris, to Tokyo, to New York City, these spectacular art museums hold stunning collections that showcase human creativity across time. Once a royal palace, the Louvre was converted into a public museum during the French Revolution. The famous Glass…...
The Hidden History of Roman Slavery with Emma Southon
3+ day, 1+ hour ago (299+ words) Historian and author Emma Southon discusses her latest book, 'Not Built in a Day: How Slavery Made the Roman Empire.' When we picture the Roman Empire, we imagine emperors, armies, aqueducts, and monuments like the Colosseum. Yet behind all that…...
Why Yor'b" Philosophy Is the Key to Postcolonial Justice in Africa
3+ day, 3+ hour ago (603+ words) The Collector Why Yor'b" Philosophy Is the Key to Postcolonial Justice in Africa Yor'b" philosophy is an intellectual tradition whose notions of justice and social responsibility continue to shed light on the contemporary Nigerian socio-political concerns. - Yor'b" philosophy prioritizes character…...