Tag: history
The Devilish History of Deviled Eggs
The dish's origin can be seen in recipes for boiled, seasoned eggs as far back as ancient Rome, where they were traditionally served as a first course.
NOTRE-DAME : The Latest News about the Restoration of the Cathedral
On April 15, 2019, the Notre Dame Cathedral in Paris was consumed by a terrible fire. A dark day that will quickly give way to the creative fire of architects, to rebuild this iconic monument of the city of light. Started almost the day after the tragedy,...
All English Kings and Queens (Animated History)
History is peppered with fascinating facts about Kings and Queens who ruled England and who it’s fair to say, have had a significant impact - good and bad - on the world we live in.
The Rise and Fall of the Phantom Chandelier
This is the story of the Phantom chandelier.
National Caucasian Dance
In this video, we'll be watching the national Caucasian dance ensemble, Lezginka, perform the traditional Khakas dance from the Dagestan Republic. Khakas is one of the most ancient and beautiful dances in the world, and is often compared to the ballet. If...
Why We Say “OK”
How a cheesy joke from the 1830s became the most widely spoken word in the world.
America's Lost Classical Architecture
Despite being a relatively young nation, the United States of America has a wealth of great classical architecture. Some of these masterpieces have unfortunately been lost however, either due to natural disasters, or by being demolished. In this video, we...
Sound of Silence
"The Sound of Silence," originally "The Sounds of Silence," is a song by the American music duo Simon & Garfunkel.
The Story Behind The Song: Scarborough Fair/Canticle
"Scarborough Fair" is a traditional English ballad. The song lists a number of impossible tasks given to a former lover who lives in Scarborough, North Yorkshire.
Legends of New Orleans
New Orleans, Louisiana, is a city known for its unique culture, music and food, but intermingled among the arts and history of the city is an array of urban legends, with some dating back as far as the city's founding.
The History of the South's Forbidden Black Burials
A proper burial is a ceremony that many of us take for granted, but that was not the case for African Americans for a large portion of history in the U.S.
King Henry VIII's Mother and Grandmothers
Elizabeth of York, Elizabeth Woodville and Margaret Beaufort crossed enemy lines to end the Wars of the Roses.
Lady Margaret Beaufort
Matriarch of the Tudors. Lady Margaret Beaufort was a major figure in the Wars of the Roses of the late fifteenth century, and mother of King Henry VII of England, the first Tudor monarch. A descendant of King Edward III, Lady Margaret passed a disputed...
