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How Unusual Were Some Medieval Crimes? (Video)

Medieval crimes ranged from the familiar—like theft and murder—to the distinctly unusual. One particularly notable crime was the violation of…

4 months ago

Historical, Archaeological, and Theological Debates Surrounding the Kingdom of Judah

The Kingdom of Judah, an ancient state established in the Southern Levant during the Iron Age, has long been a…

4 months ago

The Plague That Made People Dance Themselves to Death (Video)

In 1518, Strasbourg witnessed one of the most unusual and deadly events in medieval Europe: a dance plague. It all…

4 months ago

Radical Conservatives and the Federal Union

We like to think that we know what the Second World War was fought for: freedom, democracy and the defeat…

4 months ago

The Wentworth Brothers: Defenders of Free Speech

Peter and Paul Wentworth were notable figures in Elizabethan England, remembered for their staunch defense of parliamentary privileges, in particular…

4 months ago

Richard III and Kingly Justice for All?

When taking stock of Richard III’s short reign, one of the positive developments cited by his modern-day supporters is his…

5 months ago

Who Were the Mysterious Toltecs? (Video)

At Ancient Origins, we believe that one of the most important fields of knowledge we can pursue as human beings is…

5 months ago

How Did Roman Aqueducts Work? (Video)

Roman aqueducts were marvels of ancient engineering, supplying water to cities for public baths, fountains, and the homes of the…

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850,000-Year-Old Remains of Archaic Human Unearthed at Atapuerca, Spain

Recent excavations at the famed archaeological site of Atapuerca (Sierra de Atapuerca) in northern Spain’s Burgos province unearthed the skeletal…

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The Captivating History of the Terracotta Army (Video)

The Terracotta Army stands as one of the most significant archaeological finds, reflecting the grand ambitions and legacy of Emperor…

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