Have you ever wondered how Venice, a city built on water, became one of the most powerful and wealthy cities in history?

Trace the rise and fall of the powdered wig fashion craze, from King Louis XIII to the French Revolution in the 18th century.

How did the Tuskegee Veterans Hospital spark the fury of the KKK? Tuskegee was established as the first and only Veterans Hospital to provide equitable healthcare to Black Veterans returning from WWI.

Examine the formative role of art and the creative imagination in the forging of humanity itself. Images and artifacts found in Africa, Asia, Europe, Australia and South America testify to the urge to develop civilizations. Liev Schreiber narrates. [Origi...

Ever wondered what a "shilling" actually was?

The Met recently acquired “Bélizaire and the Frey Children,” a 19th-century Louisiana portrait with a secret: For over a 100 years, the image of an enslaved child was erased. This is his story.

Why were we forced to learn the recorder in school? It isn't that easy to play and it sounds awful, right?

"The farther south you go, the more north you get" is a saying often applied to the state of Florida.

Each episode centers around little known events or persons from Black history. Selected for their effect on African Americans and American Culture.

Explore the rich histories and flavors of iconic wines! 🍷 From the bold Cabernet Sauvignon to the versatile Merlot. Cheers to a journey through the world of wine!

The short answer: there isn't one. But there have been many attempts to change that. In this episode of Babbel Explains, we take you through American history and look at the ongoing battle between those who want to make English the official language of th...

The history of mankind is quite impressive. We have come a long way but it’s undeniable that the ancient civilizations that existed before us are all brilliant and amazing. They’ve built many incredible things and some of their inventions were far too adv...

Mary Ann Cotton, hanged in Durham in 1873, was a Victorian Black Widow. Killing for greed, she murdered husbands, stepchildren, her mother and even her own children.

Scotland's Scone Palace, the crowning place of Scottish kings, is a site of immense historical significance. Scone was originally an early Christian church and monastery but became the ceremonial place for the coronation of Scottish kings since at least t...

Paganism is a term with historical roots and diverse meanings, originating from the Latin word "paganus," which means "country dweller" or "villager."