Hillary M

Hillary grew up ice skating and loves spending her weekends at her local ice rink. Throughout college she found a passion for history and loves that she gets to write about it.

Royal Scandals That Put the European Monarchy in Jeopardy

For centuries, multiple European countries have looked to their ruling royal families for guidance and governance. While often viewed as superior powers who do...

The Basement of Benjamin Franklin’s House in London Contained Skeletons of 15 People

Benjamin Franklin, Founding Father of the United States, spent a significant period of his life (from the mid-1750s to mid-1770s) living in London, UK....

How Margaret Abbott Won an Olympic Medal Without Knowing It

In 1900, a 22-year-old woman by the name of Margaret Abbott was an aspiring golfer. Brought to the United States by her mother after...

U.S. Olympians With the Most Medals at the Summer Olympics

You probably already know that the United States is the most successful country in the history of the Summer Olympics. The U.S. Olympians brought...

From the Ottoman Empire to London: The History of Coffee

Coffeehouses first popped up in Damascus, and from there, they spread to Mecca in the 15th century. By the 16th century, coffee had reached Istanbul and...

Showstopping Facts About Michael Jackson

Known worldwide as the King of Pop, Michael Jackson was one of the critical figures who shaped music during the 20th century. A celebrated...