Conclave Time: How Does the Election of the New Pope Work?
Every conclave has had its peculiarities and oddities: here we have gathered the most surprising ones from History. The word conclave (from the Latin “cum clave,” literally meaning…
Unmasking the Warrior’s Tradition: The Art and Purpose of Soldier Face Paint
The practice of soldiers painting their faces holds a mystique that transcends the battlefield. It is a tradition that has…
First Passenger Cruise: The Inception of Passenger Cruising
First Passenger Cruise
Martin Luther and the Ninety-Five Theses
On October 31, 1517, a momentous event took place in the small town of Wittenberg, Germany. That would ignite a…
Christopher Columbus Lands in the Bahamas: A Historic Moment that Shaped the World
Columbus lands in the Bahamas The year was 1492 when Christopher Columbus Lands in the Bahamas on a remarkable journey…
The Battle of Leyte Gulf: Turning the Tide of World War II
Setting the Stage for Battle October 20, 1944 marked a monumental moment as General Douglas MacArthur fulfilled his promise to liberate the Philippines. Leading American forces in a…
The Great Depression: A Tale of Hardship, Resilience, and Recovery
The Origins of Economic Collapse The Great Depression began on “Black Tuesday”, October 29, 1929 when the stock market crashed,…
The Siege of Paris 1870: A Defining Moment in History
The Siege of Paris in 1870 was a defining chapter in history that showcased both human hardship and resilience. In…
The Story of Thanksgiving: Tradition, Meaning, and Facts
A Day of Gratitude and Community While turkey, pie and family time are staples of our Thanksgiving celebrations, the history and meaning behind this holiday run far deeper.…