Cleopatra lived closer in time to the Moon landing than to the building of the Great Pyramid.

The Tulip Mania of the 1600s is considered one of the first economic bubbles.

Fact #641 · History

Ancient siege towers were used to scale city walls.

Fact #1447 · History

The Roman Empire once spanned three continents.

Fact #198 · History

Helike was an ancient Greek city submerged by an earthquake and tsunami.

Fact #1652 · History

The printing press revolutionized the spread of knowledge in Europe.

Fact #23 · History

The Han Dynasty made significant advances in science and engineering.

Fact #1142 · History

The Olmec civilization flourished in Mesoamerica.

Fact #649 · History

Ancient Assyrians were known for their advanced siege warfare techniques.

Fact #1429 · History