Alaska’s Native Corporation System Is An Attempt To Fix The Reservation System
It is safe to assume that no one believes that the reservation system for Native Americans has been either safe, helpful, or beneficial for Native Americans. It is that awareness coupled with the desire to make a smooth path for oil profits that resulted in a new and...
The Mississippi Freedom Democratic Party; An Important Ally In The Fight Against RacismÂ
America is the 1960’s was a time of darkness and light. Like a modern day pandemic, many were infected with the scourge of racism. In certain regions of the country the racism was overt and obvious, while in others it was covert, expressed in a comment or disapproving...
Want Cheap Electronics? When Saving Money Is Blood Money
Transporting goods and materials via ocean ship is one of the major methods of transport worldwide and is an essential part of global trade and consumers getting the goods that they want when and where they want them. Sea transport is a fast growing industry in recent...
What To Do With Captured Nazis?
The Nazi’s were one of the most evil forces on the planet. When they had the opportunity to deal with vulnerable people such as Jews, Homosexuals, Roma, Clergy, and Communists under Nazi Europe they responded by building over forty-four thousand concentration camps...
The Oldest International Treaty in History
The Treaty of Kadesh is a peace treaty agreed upon by Ramesses II and Muwattalli after the first ground battle in history between the two great powers of Egypt and Hittites in 1274 BCE. This peace agreement is recognized as the oldest international treaty based on the...
The Impact of Women Leaders in 21st-Century Politics
In recent years, the world has seen more women stepping up as leaders in politics. These women are presidents, prime ministers, and lawmakers who are making a big difference in their countries. They are changing the way governments work and showing that women can lead...
Queen Elizabeth II was never supposed to be queen
Queen Elizabeth II's journey to the throne was anything but conventional. Born as Princess Elizabeth, she was the daughter of the Duke and Duchess of York, living a relatively normal life far removed from the pressures of royal duty. With two older brothers ahead of...
President Ronald Reagan was Also a Prolific Lifeguard Who Saved 77 People from Drowning
Before Ronald Reagan became known as "The Great Communicator" in his political career, he gained recognition for another remarkable skill: lifeguarding. Reagan served as a lifeguard at the Rock River during his younger years, where he demonstrated his athleticism and...
Harriet Tubman created an Underground Railroad of safehouses
After Harriet Tubman escaped slavery, she became one of the most courageous figures in American history, dedicating her life to liberating others from bondage. Tubman's legacy is deeply intertwined with her creation of the Underground Railroad, a clandestine network...
Oxford University is Older than the Aztec Empire
Yes, it's surprising that Oxford University predates the Aztec Empire by about 250 years. Established in 1096 AD, Oxford University has a long and illustrious history, making it one of the oldest universities in the world. In contrast, the Aztec Empire emerged much...
The British Once Burned Down the White House
In the summer of 1814, during the War of 1812 between the United States and Great Britain, Washington, D.C., the fledgling national capital, found itself at the heart of conflict. The British forces launched a devastating attack on the city, marking a humiliating...
Albert Einstein was Offered the Role of Becoming Israel’s Second President in 1952
In 1952, following the passing of Israel’s first president, Chaim Weizmann, the Israeli government extended an offer to Albert Einstein to serve as the country's second president. This offer came from Prime Minister David Ben-Gurion. Einstein, renowned for his...
Truman Didn’t Have Much of an Idea About the Atomic Bomb When it was Dropped on Hiroshima
President Harry S. Truman was unaware of the atomic bomb before it was dropped on Hiroshima. He only learned about the Manhattan Project, a secretive effort to develop the bomb, after becoming president. Within two weeks of taking office, Truman received a report from...
The Croissant was Created to Mock the Unsuccessful Ottoman Siege of Vienna in 1683
The croissant, a beloved pastry enjoyed worldwide, has origins dating back to the 17th century, with its exact beginnings shrouded in mystery and debate. One prevailing narrative suggests that the croissant emerged in Vienna, Austria, following the unsuccessful...
How To Lookup Civil Court History
In today's world, accessing civil court history has become crucial for many reasons, including generalized legal research and even background checks. Civil court records give us a deep insight into people's lawsuits and other civil matters. Whether you're an attorney,...
Operation Paperclip: A secret US intelligence program
Operation Paperclip was a secret program by the United States after World War II, where over 1,600 German scientists, engineers, and technicians were brought to the U.S. for government jobs. This happened between 1945 and 1959, just after the war ended in Europe. Some...
CIA with the help of a toymaker in China developed 3 prototypes of an Osama bin Laden action figure doll
Around 2005, the CIA embarked on a secretive project to create a custom-made action figure resembling Osama bin Laden. This doll, was named as "Devil Eyes," was one of 3 prototypes designed by Donald Levine. The face of the figure was painted with a heat-dissolving...
How A Horse Became a Senator in Ancient Rome
Caligula, born to esteemed parents Germanicus and Agrippina the Elder, enjoyed a privileged upbringing filled with high expectations. His early reign as emperor was marked by optimism, as he implemented popular policies and enjoyed public support. However, Caligula's...