Joan A

Joan has a bachelor’s degree in history and loves to share her passion for it through writing. In her spare time she enjoys swimming in her local pool.

“This Street”, “That Street”, and “The Other Street” are Names of Real Streets

Have you ever gotten lost and tried to explain your location using vague terms like "that street over there" or "the one on the...

British Surgeon Robert Liston Performed a Surgery With a 300% Mortality Rate

Robert Liston was a reputable British surgeon from the 19th century who was renowned for his ability to perform fast procedures. His speed often...

3 Funny Facts About Louis XIV, The Sun King

Louis XIV of France ruled for an impressive 72 years, making him one of the longest-reigning monarchs in European history. His reign was marked...

Muhammad Ali’s Split Glove From the Iconic Henry Cooper Fight is Headed for Auction

Muhammad Ali’s split glove from the iconic 1963 fight versus Henry Cooper will be auctioned off by Chard Auctions on June 18. The auction...

The Assassination of Franz Ferdinand Came Down to a Wrong Turn

You probably know a little bit about the assassination of Archduke Franz Ferdinand. During his visit to Sarajevo, Bosnia, on June 28, 1914, Ferdinand...

3 Myths About the Founding Fathers Dispelled

The Founding Fathers of the United States are revered figures in American history, celebrated for their role in shaping the nation's founding principles and...