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.

Eye-Opening Facts About the Ancient City of Athens

At the heart of both ancient and modern Greece, Athens is also the birthplace of Western civilization. Filled with art, architecture, science, and politics,...

4 Interesting Facts About Nelson Mandela

Nelson Mandela is one of the most famous leaders in modern history. He is credited for ending the Apartheid system of institutionalized racial segregation...

Top 4 Facts About Gladiators That Will Surprise You

Gladiators were fighters who risked their lives facing each other or various animals in the arenas for the entertainment of the masses in Ancient...

3 Historic Pilgrimages That You Can Still Do Today

Pilgrimages have been an integral part of human history for centuries, offering individuals the opportunity to embark on spiritual journeys, seek enlightenment, and connect...

Chilling Facts About Alcatraz Prison

Located on a small island in San Francisco Bay, Alcatraz is one of the most notorious penitentiaries on the face of the earth. Having...

Unsolved Historical Mysteries: The Ghost Ship Mary Celeste

Ghostships are a frequent feature in movies and books, but they have no place in real life, right? Well, the ghost ship Mary Celeste...