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Camouflage trees like this one was used to spy on the enemy during the First World War.
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(This was 9th most liked picture on the History Season Instagram page this year) These trees were also armored to protect the observer from enemy fire. They were invented by the French but were used extensively by both sides during the war. The construction process began with a military artist…
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In 1901, William Gibson, famously known as the hermit of Yosemite, became an intriguing figure who captured the public’s imagination.
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A photograph by Adam Clark Vroman immortalized Gibson, a solitary man who had chosen to live in Yosemite Valley for many years. Arriving in the late 1800s, Gibson embraced a life of isolation amidst the natural beauty of the park, avoiding society while forming a profound connection to the land.…
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In the 1880s, Saloon #10 in Deadwood, South Dakota, was a central hub of activity in the burgeoning town, offering a lively spot for locals and travelers alike.
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Deadwood, a town born out of the Gold Rush, was filled with saloons, gambling halls, and rowdy frontier culture, and Saloon #10 was one of its most iconic establishments. The saloon was not only a place for drinks and entertainment but also a gathering point for the colorful characters who…
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The legendary Norwegian explorer, Leonhard Seppala, holds his lead dog, Togo.
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Seppala, a prominent musher, is most famous for his role in the 1925 Serum Run to Nome, often referred to as the “Great Race of Mercy.” In the winter of 1925, a diphtheria outbreak threatened the isolated town of Nome, Alaska. The only way to deliver the life-saving serum was…
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The story of the Grafton castaways is a remarkable tale of survival and ingenuity.
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In 1864, the ship Grafton was shipwrecked on the Auckland Islands, located south of New Zealand. The castaways, 15 men in total, were stranded for 18 months. Faced with limited resources, they demonstrated extraordinary resilience and resourcefulness in adapting to their harsh environment. The survivors built a thatched hut for…
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A man sat confidently at the reins of his one-of-a-kind vehicle—a homemade carriage pulled by a team of strong, sure-footed goats.
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This whimsical “goat mobile,” decorated with vibrant streamers and a cheerful sign that proclaimed “Fresh Milk,” rolled through the lively streets of a quaint town in the early 1900s, drawing smiles and curious glances from passersby. As the goats trotted steadily along the cobblestone road, their hooves clattering rhythmically, townsfolk…
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Alan Seeger.
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Alan Seeger (22 June 1888 – 4 July 1916) was an American war poet who fought and died in World War I during the Battle of the Somme, serving in the French Foreign Legion. I have a rendezvous with Death At some disputed barricade, When Spring comes back with rustling…
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The Pyramids of Giza are a mysterious and marvelous feat of engineering.
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And experts assert that the 4,500-year-old Red Sea Scrolls give an unprecedented look at who may have built these ancient wonders — and how. In 2013, a groundbreaking discovery at Wadi al-Jarf on the Red Sea coast of Egypt unveiled a treasure trove of papyri, the oldest known to humanity.…
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A 3,200-year-old tablet shows that ancient Egyptians took attendance at work and recorded absences.
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One type of reason cited for missing work was “wife or daughter bleeding” referring to menstruation because men were needed at home during this time to help with the housework. A worker named Pennub missed work because his mother was ill. Other employees were absent due to their own illnesses.…
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The Dog and Baboon of KV50: Unveiling the Pets of Ancient Pharaohs
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In the ancient tomb designated KV50, a fascinating discovery was made: the mummified remains of a dog alongside a baboon, seated next to each other. This tomb, located in the Valley of the Kings, dates back to the 18th Dynasty of ancient Egypt, a period of great pharaohs and cultural…