While our admiration for history shows no sign of fading, not every part of our past is worth celebrating.
Whether you want to admit it or not, the truth is that some people are exceptional and intelligent. They have achieved things that are beyond human imagination. For example, in this post, Topteny reve
In 1518, a “dancing plague” struck Strasbourg, Alsace. Also known as the “dance epidemic”, this weird condition took over 400 people’s bodies and made them dance without rest. Some of these people even died of heart attacks, exhaustion or strokes. It all started in July of 1518 when one woman named Mrs. Troffea started dancing uncontrollably in the middle of Strasbourg. She was later joined by 34 people and soon after the plague spread to around 400 people. At one point it would kill around 15 people a day. Doctors and authorities realized this was not caused by supernatural causes and claimed this epidemic was due to “hot blood” but instead of treating the patients, doctors advised them to basically “dance it out” by building them a wooden stage. It is believed that the modern marathon runner would not be able to survive this type of intense workout. To this day scientists are not quite sure what caused this terrible epidemic, it might have been due to food poisoning caused by the toxic products of ergot fungi or it might have been a case of mass psychogenic illness.
Right now, more than half the people in the world are bilingual. That is, alongside their own mother tongue, they are able to speak at least one other language fluently. And then, there are the polyglots. These talented few are capable of speaking not one or two but at least…
The Golden Haggadah was created in Catalonia, Spain sometime around 1320. So named because all the illustrations are placed against a patterned gold-leaf background, it is a ritual object of incredible luxury and expense Pascal Croci's graphic novel, Auschwitz, begins with a question to a witness from Auschwitz-Birkenau; “How long have you been keeping all this to yourself?” The answer, “Fifty-two years,” is shocking. The novel that follows provides a glimpse into the reason why these experiences are almost impossible to speak about. And in doing so Croci uncovers more than a terrible history, he points to an intolerable present.
Australia has a colourful colonial past. Explore this rich history with these high quality timeline posters (18 included), linked to the Year 5 Australian HASS curriculum. Each poster features a key milestone that lead to the establishment of the various colonies around Australia. They are bound to compliment any classroom decor! Like the look of these posters? Why not bundle and save!! Life in Colonial Australia MEGA Bundle These posters compliment the following Australian Curriculum Year 5 HASS content descriptors covered: - Reasons (economic, political and social) for the establishment of British colonies in Australia after 1800 (ACHASSK106) - The nature of convict or colonial presence, including the factors that influenced patterns of development, aspects of the daily life of the inhabitants (including Aboriginal Peoples and Torres Strait Islander Peoples) and how the environment changed (ACHASSK107) - The role that a significant individual or group played in shaping a colony (ACHASSK110) Events included in these posters (note the content described here is paraphrased and in more detail on the posters): 1770 - James Cook explores Australia 1786 - Arthur Phillip is appointed governor 1788 - First Fleet arrives at Port Jackson 1790 - The Second Fleet arrives 1793 - Arthur Phillip's term as governor ends 1802-03 - Flinders circumnavigates Australia 1803 - Penal Colony established in Tasmania 1808 - William Bligh forced from office 1810 - Lachlan Macquarie begins as governor 1813 - Blaxland, Lawson, Wentworkth complete Blue Mountains crossing 1824 - A penal settlement is established in Moreton Bay 1829 - Colony of Perth is established 1835 - Settlement is established in Port Phillip 1836 - Settlement established in South Australia 1842 - South Australia declared a colony 1851 - Victoria declared a colony 1859 - Queensland declared a colony 1868 - Western Australia receives last convicts Take a look at some of the great feedback for this resource: "I love your product! Thanks! The posters will look great on my classroom wall!" "Everything I need to teach this unit" "Excellent resource." If you liked the look of these posters, you may also like these: — The First Fleet Lapbook Activities and Unit Plan — Federation Timeline Posters — Famous Australians MEGA bundle Classroom Posters FAQ Can I share this resource with my teaching partner? No. This product is for personal use only. Multiple licences are available for use among more than one person. On what size paper is this resource best printed? This resource is designed to be printed on A4 sized paper. To fit other paper sizes, ensure you hit 'fit to page' before printing. Don't forget that leaving feedback earns you points toward FREE TPT purchases. I love that feedback! If you want to connect with me further, check out Ridgy Didge on these social media platforms: - Facebook - Instagram - Pinterest Please feel free to contact me with any questions. Thank you so much, Mel
In March of 1857, the largest sale of human beings in the history of the United States took place at a racetrack in Savannah, Georgia. During the two days
This gallery is like a sacred cow slaughterhouse.
A redditor asks about historical events that are so ridiculous they sound fake, and netizens have plenty to share, from difficult to believe to plain ridiculous.
Sillabub - One quart of rich cream beat until frothy, grate one half nutmeg over it, add wine or rum.-Harriet Arnow This Nashville Christmas treat has British origins and is mentioned in Samuel Pepys diary in 1663. I first read about it in Nashville history literature. Authors of local history, Miss Jane Thomas, Alfred Crabb and Harriet Arnow, each included sillabub in their tales of Nashville Christmas fare. Susanna McGavock Carter, a slave on the Belle Meade plantation was well know in Nashville for her excellent sillabub. Syllabubs and Possetts - Historic Food Lady Rachel Fane's Syllabub Past is Present Madeira Syllabub Syllabubs and fools are among the simplest, best and most characteristically English desserts. Both are versatile; to make syllabub, you could use just about any white or fortified wine; Madeira is particularly good. Six individual syllabubs. ________________________________________ -2 cups heavy cream -½ cup Sercial Madeira -a little sugar -3 egg whites -grated zest of a lemon ________________________________________ 1. Whisk the Madeira and sugar into the cream and whip it until the liquids marry. 2. Add the whites and zest and whip the syllabub until it begins to form peaks. 3. Divide the syllabub into six pretty glasses and chill for at least four hours before serving. Notes: - As inferred in the introduction to the recipe, you can substitute other wines for the Madiera. Dry wines--crisp whites or fino Sherry, for instance--are not a good idea, but otherwise anything goes. Madeira, however, is our favorite. - Buy good eggs to reduce any risk of salmonella. If you are reluctant to use raw eggs, omit them. The syllabub will be runnier, but no less traditional or good.
A redditor asks about historical events that are so ridiculous they sound fake, and netizens have plenty to share, from difficult to believe to plain ridiculous.
A redditor asks about historical events that are so ridiculous they sound fake, and netizens have plenty to share, from difficult to believe to plain ridiculous.
History rarely remembers the little people. Our history books are full of stories of kings, queens, and conquerors; of influential men and wealthy people who lived in gilded castles. But the rest of us are forgotten.
Also known as the Third Celtiberian War, the Numantine War (143 – 133 BC) was a 10-year long conflict between Rome and the tribes near the River Ebro. Their enemies included the Lusones, Vettones, Vaccaei and the Arevaci. Technically speaking, the war began in 154 BC as the Second Celtiberian…
The medieval jester grew out of ancient traditions of the comic actor. Many diverse cultures around the world have had some form of the jester, but the medieval court jester is the most iconic.
Nearly a hundred years ago, this was the dark reality of war.
The minister of armaments was happy to tell his captors about the war machine he had built. But it was a different story when he was asked about the Holocaust
All of these images are from the same manuscript, the Historia de Proeliis [Royal 19 D I], illuminated in France by Jeanne de Montbaston in the 14th Century. I’ve shared almost of them in their own in...
Who doesn't love a good legend? They are obviously extremely popular owing to the millions of spam emails that fly around the internet every day filled with the latest urban legend waiting for snopes to debunk it. This list looks at some more historical legends which, believe it or not, some people still believe to
White indigenous English people share about 40 per cent of their DNA with the French
The mixed-race Melungeon people from Appalachia can be tough for descendants to trace. Learn some origin theories and tips for starting your research.
Almost all the gains in human well-being in history happened since the Industrial Revolution.
Over the last 100 years, women have had significant, high-level roles in breaking secret codes – from Nazi ciphers to the secret messages of Al Capone’s gang.
The ’70s may have been many things, but boring sure wasn’t one of them. Check out 70 of the most unforgettable images of the decade.
Some of these are plain unexplainable.
Anne Frank's step-sister Eva Schloss, 90, claimed on Good Morning Britain that photos showing the liberation of Auschwitz in Poland aren't real, because none were taken at the concentration camp.
Attila the Hun was also known as Flagellum Dei, which means the ‘Scourge of God.’ With him at the lead, the Huns were one of the biggest threats faced by the Roman Empire. Although he was famously defeated by the Romans under Flavius Aetius and their Visigothic allies under Theoderic I at the Battle of Catalaunian Plains, Attila the Hun and his warriors were still a threat to the Western Roman Empire. It was only in 453 AD, following Attila’s death, and the fall of the Hunnic Empire about a year later, that the Roman world was finally freed from the threat of the fearsome Huns.
How one teacher engaged his students in a critical examination of the language used in textbooks to describe the internment.
Turns out Pre-Renaissance audiences were pretty big bowling fans. No kidding.
Links to info about the history of Ireland in the 1800s, marked by the Great Famine as well as by a series of rebellions against British rule.
