The Italian Wars were a series of conflicts covering the period between 1494 and 1559, fought mostly in the Italian peninsula, but later expanding into…
Ancient Wars Fought for Land and Independence
There has been resistance to power. For as long as states have been ruling one another, there must once at a time be wars of…
The Story Of Queen Idia of Benin Kingdom
Queen Idia of Benin Kingdom was a notable historical figure who played a significant role in the pre-colonial era of Africa. She was the mother…
Today in History: June 17th, ‘Things Fall Apart’
On June 17th, 1958 Chinua Achebe published “Things Fall Apart.”The debut novel that shot him to fame. The most widely read African novel. READ ALSO:…
Ahmadu Bello Could Have Become Nigeria’s First Prime Minister But…
Sir Ahmadu Bello could have become Nigeria’s first Prime Minister but chose to instead become the leader of the Northern Region, and handed over the…
The Real War of Throne
The throne is a ceremonial seat upped by a monarch, bishop, etc on occasions of state.The power, duties, or rank ascribed to a royal person.A…
Historical Ancient War Fought for Love
Love is a powerful emotion. Throughout history, couples in love have caused wars and controversy, created masterpieces in writing, music, and art, and captured the…
Today in History: June 15th
The 1896 Sanriku earthquake was one of the most destructive seismic events in Japanese history. The 8.5 magnitude earthquake occurred at 19:32 on June 15,…
10 great Philosophers of Ancient Times
The Ancient philosophers were ahead of their time! The word philosophy comes from the two Greek words philo (meaning love) and sophia (wisdom) The philosophers…
Ancient City of Troy, and the Great War that Ruined it
Closed to Hisarlik, Turkey, there is an archeological site and an ancient city called Troy. Greek mythology’s Trojan War took place there. Troy experienced frequent…