Tag: History
Simulating Ancient Cultural Attitudes with Chatbots and Ancient Writing
Artificial intelligence (AI) has been making waves in recent times, with some companies touting its ability to predict the future. But what about using AI to delve into the past and communicate with members...
Uncovering the Truth: The Real Story of the First Thanksgiving
Every November, Americans come together to celebrate Thanksgiving, a holiday that commemorates the partnership between English colonists and the Wampanoag people in the 17th century. While the story taught in schools may be a...
Ancient Shipwreck Found off Kenyan Coast: Possibly from Vasco da Gama’s Last Journey
Off the coast of Kenya, archaeologists have discovered a shipwreck that may date back to one of Vasco da Gama's historic voyages into the Indian Ocean 500 years ago. The wreck, believed to be...
The Earliest Known Alphabet Unearthed: A Historical Breakthrough
Archaeologists have made a groundbreaking discovery in northern Syria, unearthing what appears to be the oldest example of alphabetic writing ever found. The finding, a small clay cylinder from a tomb in Umm el-Marra,...
Gibraltar Study Suggests 65,000-Year-Old Neanderthal ‘Glue Factory’
Archaeologists in the Iberian Peninsula have unearthed a remarkable discovery - a 65,000-year-old tar-making "factory" created by Neanderthals. This factory, found in Gibraltar, predates the arrival of modern humans in the region by 20,000...
Ancient Stone Age Circles Found on English Moorland: Possible Sacred Arc
Two ancient stone circles, dating back around 5,000 years, have been discovered in southwest England. These findings suggest that Stonehenge was not the only Stone Age circle built in the region. The independent archaeologist,...
The Evolution of Tool Use by Human Ancestors: A Timeline
Humans have always been known for their innovative nature, constantly creating new tools and technologies to make life easier. This ingenuity is closely tied to our large brains and dexterous hands, setting us apart...
Legacy of Carolyn Beatrice Parker: How Her Work on the Manhattan Project Inspired Future...
Carolyn Beatrice Parker came from a family of doctors and academics, and she worked during World War II as a physicist on the Dayton Project, a critical part of the Manhattan Project tasked with...
Ancient Amulet Unearthed in Turkey Depicting King Solomon Defeating Devil
Archaeologists in Turkey have made an exciting discovery of a rare fifth-century Christian pendant featuring King Solomon defeating the devil. This unique pendant, found in Anatolia, is the only one of its kind discovered...
Revisiting the History of Horse Domestication: A New Perspective
The world we live in today has been shaped by the history of horse domestication. In the past, horses played a vital role in society, being used for transportation, agriculture, and warfare. Scholars have...