The evolution of the term "barbarian" in ancient Greek thought—from cultural outsider to a symbol of uncivilized otherness—is ...

The first ancient Greek colonies were established as early as the 8th century BC, while wide colonization continued through ...

The Grande Bretagne reverted to the Allies in 1944 but still was almost blown up by the Greek Resistance that Christmas. Only news that British Prime Minister Winston Churchill was staying there ...

Originating around 800 BCE with the polis city-state system, Greece is the birthplace of Athens, Sparta, philosophy, democracy, and the Olympic Games. Dating back to around 1500 BCE during the Vedic ...

Some nations are brand new, while others have been around for centuries, carrying with them rich histories and legacies. But what truly defines an "old" country, and which one can claim the title of ...

The bond of the Jews to the land between the Jordan River and the Mediterranean Sea spans three thousand years and is one of ...

Archaeologists have unearthed a long-lost Egyptian city that dates back 2,500 years. Located around six miles (10 km) south of Tanis in Egypt 's Nile Delta, the city of Imet was once a bustling centre ...

B.C. might not sound like the best time to punch into a time machine, but for time travellers with a taste for ancient history, it’s kind of a goldmine. This was an era full of shifting empires, wild ...

The young conqueror fell suddenly and fatally ill at an all-night feast. Now, a Stanford historian has found a potential culprit.

Using a showstopper, such as a Regency console, will enable you to build upon the theme. Rosewood, mahogany and walnut were ...

Combat trauma has affected soldiers throughout history, from ancient times to the modern day. The psychophysical effects of ...