Category:History
Whether you're interested in the world's earliest civilizations or want to learn more about the World Wars, you've found your source for information on all historical eras, from Mesopotamia to modernity and much more. You might even discover some of history's weirdest mysteries.
Ancient History
Have you ever wondered how ancient societies lived or what information archaeological finds have provided about civilizations past? You've come to the right place! Learn about the ancient Romans and Greeks, what ended the Bronze Age and many other fascinating facts from long ago.
Asia, Africa and Mideast History
Much of the Eastern Hemisphere, Africa, Asia and the Middle East, has had a long and diverse history. Read on to find out more about the empires, societies and ideas from the Forbidden City to the Silk Road to the Cape of Good Hope.
Canadian History
Wander into the history of Canada, find the French and British connections which make up this rich and involved heritage. Read about notable people who played a part in Canada's evolution and find historical information encompassing all aspects of Canadian history.
European History
Europe is a small but diverse continent that has often been at the forefront of human history. Learn about all aspects of European History - whether you're curious about the French Revolution, significant historical places, or notable personalities, you'll find it here.
Post 1600
Pre 1600
History - Other
Find treasures of historical fact, uncharacterized by the alternative history sections. Delve deep and enjoy a rich historical journey.
History Mysteries
Who was Jack the Ripper? What ever happened to the first American settlement on Roanoke Island? History is full of mysteries you can read about here, including Jimmy Hoffa, Atlantis, the Bermuda Triangle, Stonehenge, the Easter Island statues and many, many more.
Middle Ages
Have you ever wondered why homes in the Middle Ages had small windows or what games people played in their leisure time? Perhaps you're more curious about how knights' armor was made. What about power struggles between popes and kings? Read on to find out about all this and more!
Origins and Firsts in History
While you probably know about the Wright Brothers flying the first airplane, you might not know who developed the first aerosol can. Read on to discover more information on all kinds of firsts and origins in U.S. history.
The World Wars
The early 20th century is a time shaped by a world at war. From the assassination of Archduke Franz Ferdinand to the atomic bombs dropped on Japan, 1914-45 was a very turbulent period not just in Europe, but globally; find out why WWI and WWII nearly tore the planet apart.
US History
Though a relatively young country by world standards, the United States' history is rich and colorful. From the first settlers at Jamestown to your new neighbors in the present day, take a look, from every perspective, at everything that made America what it is today.
19th Century US History
The United States changed considerably during the 1800s. If you're looking to learn more about the 19th century, from Thomas Jefferson's presidency to the Civil War to turn-of-the-century industrial progress, you'll find it here.
20th and 21st Century US History
The United States grew and exploded onto the world scene by the end of World War II as a major power. Discover everything from the modern age to the Internet age in the United States' defining period of history: the 20th & 21st century.
Colonial and Early American
As people traveled across the turbulent Atlantic to come to the New World, they encountered many different types of storms. From the Pilgrims to the Revolutionary War and the Declaration of Independence to the Constitution, find out all about colonial and early American history.
US History - Other
All kinds of odds and ends pepper U.S. History. Learn about state flags, state nicknames, the rarely seen two-dollar bill, Area 51, Americans who become famous, and just about anything else to satisfy your curiosity.
