The Strange History of Santa Claus

The Strange History of Santa Claus

Modern depictions of father Christmas are pretty uniform. He’s an old overweight man with a beard and that weird hat that no one else wears. I’ve never seen anyone wear that kind of hat apart from people dressing up as him. So where did he get it? Hat or no hat, Santa Claus was not […]

10 Most Notorious Prisons Ever

10 Most Notorious Prisons Ever

Prisons sound like dreadful places. I don’t know why anyone goes. Although the most notorious prisons no longer exist. They were shut down when the polar god gave us human rights. Today we look at some of history’s most notorious prisons, from Devil’s Island to the Black Hole of Calcutta. Camp Sumter The American civil […]

Lost Countries: 10 Countries You Didn’t Know Existed

Lost Countries: 10 Countries You Didn’t Know Existed

There are countless lost countries. Nations that have been forgotten by history. Some were great, while others were insignificant. Here are their stories. There are some countries the world is familiar with. Hollywood has given the world an insight into American culture. But other countries are less well known. People outside of Belarus and Tajikistan […]

10 Greatest WW2 Generals From History

10 Greatest WW2 Generals From History

World War Two was the deadliest war in history. It was arguably more complicated and challenging than any war before it due to its gargantuan nature. Some of the generals in this war became famous all over the world because of their exceptional leadership, but some of the most badass WW2 generals are almost completely […]

English Cave: Mysterious Cave DISAPPEARED 100 Years Ago

English Cave: Mysterious Cave DISAPPEARED 100 Years Ago

Before the invention of refrigeration people would use cool spaces for storage, like basements or dark chambers. The city of St Louis was known for it’s many underground caves. The caves were known as being good places to store alcohol. Beer companies were especially fond of the caves. But being dark and damp, so were […]

Why The Roman Empire Was So Formidable

Why The Roman Empire Was So Formidable

The Roman Empire, which lasted for 1484 years (if you count the Byzantine) was one of the most powerful, and formidable empires in years. But what made the Roman Empire just so formidable? The answer is both complex and fascinating. The Romans used advanced techniques in warfare which included massive siege weapons, battlefield surgery, and […]

10 Mass Suicides You Won’t Believe Happened

10 Mass Suicides You Won’t Believe Happened

It’s often hard to imagine why even one person would kill themselves, let alone hundreds or even thousands of people doing it, and all at the same time. Yet, mass suicides have happened throughout history. There are three main reasons why these mass suicides happen, and at the end of this list you’ll know all […]

10 Dolphin Facts That Reveal How Terrifying They Truly Are

10 Dolphin Facts That Reveal How Terrifying They Truly Are

Most people see dolphins as fun and playful creatures, but there actually vicious killers. These almost unbelievable dolphin facts reveal how depraved, and terrifying these creatures really are. Not just in the way they attack humans but also the way they attack other dolphins. Dolphins are also some of the most intelligent creatures, and they […]

10 Medieval Kings With Amazing Names – Fiery Dragon Wolf

10 Medieval Kings With Amazing Names – Fiery Dragon Wolf

Medieval kings have often been given nicknames throughout history because of characteristic of theirs, which stands out the most, which leaves you wondering why some might be called “the Cabbage”, or even “Fiery Dragon Wolf”. This is a list of the 10 most amazing names of medieval kings from history. Constantine Shittyname Constantine was nicknamed […]

10 Surprisingly Creative But Horrific Booby Traps

10 Surprisingly Creative But Horrific Booby Traps

Booby traps have been used all throughout history, and over time we’ve developed ones that are both deviously clever, and creative, but also horrific. From pitfalls, and trip wires, to exploding chocolate, and paintings, there no end to what can be booby trapped. Booby traps normally don’t kill a large number of people, but don’t […]

9 Things You Should Know About SpaceX’s Mars Colony

9 Things You Should Know About SpaceX’s Mars Colony

Setting up a Mars colony has been a dream of the human race for years now. A future where humans are living on multiple planets is much better than one where we stay on Earth. Elon Musk plans on getting us to Mars in less than 10 years. Starting a Mars colony would undoubtedly be […]

9 Haunted Islands You Should Visit If You Want To Die

9 Haunted Islands You Should Visit If You Want To Die

From haunted islands drowning their visitors to islands were mysterious “accidents” scare away the residents. Ghosts often take over a house, or possess an object, but it’s unusual for an entire island to be abandoned due to ghosts. This is a list of 9 haunted islands you should visit if you want to die. Suicide […]

10 Facts About Vlad The Impaler- A Villain Or Hero?

10 Facts About Vlad The Impaler- A Villain Or Hero?

Vlad the Impaler, also known as Vlad Dracula, is famous for being one of the most barbaric leaders, savage killers, and inhumane torturers in history, but is there more to the story. Reviled in the most of the world, yet revered in Romania. Dracula is treated as a national hero in his home country, but […]

10 Famous Samurai That You Need To Know About

10 Famous Samurai That You Need To Know About

Samurai are Japanese warriors, famous for their skill with the Katana. Samurai normally work for a clan and a lord. They are expected to hold to an unwritten code of Bushido, which encourages them to put honour, bravery, and loyalty over their own lives. Some samurai became famous due to their amazing accomplishments, or skill […]

10 Most Terrifying Jungle Creatures You Should Avoid

10 Most Terrifying Jungle Creatures You Should Avoid

Jungles are some of the most treacherous parts of the world, and almost impossible to survive in without knowledge of the area. The strange, and mysterious jungle creatures that hide inside, are some of the most dangerous animals in the world, and not to be taken lightly. From fish that can electrocute their predators and […]

10 Facts About The Holy Roman Empire You Should Know

10 Facts About The Holy Roman Empire You Should Know

The Holy Roman Empire was one of the biggest, and disunited empires in history. It started off well, and then became a fascinating mess. It was founded by Charlemagne the great in the 8th century, shaped the Europe we know today. This is a list of 10 facts about the Holy Roman Empire you should […]

10 Most Terrifying Psychological Warfare Tactics

10 Most Terrifying Psychological Warfare Tactics

One of the most important and often neglected aspects of war is psychological warfare, or psywar. This is the unseen killer of many battles, much like an assassin, the victim often isn’t aware of anything, until it’s too late. Sacred Shields Everyone knows about how the Egyptians worshipped cats, and saw them as sacred beings, […]

Inside The Bermuda Triangle of Romania – Hoia Baciu Forest

Inside The Bermuda Triangle of Romania – Hoia Baciu Forest

Deep within Transylvania is one of our planet’s most unusual places. It’s a forest. It’s physical geography and history alone would make the forest interesting. But that doesn’t explain why it’s known as the Bermuda Triangle of Romania. For that we need to examine several generations of mysterious activity being reported within the forest; things […]

10 Most Mindblowing Military Operations

10 Most Mindblowing Military Operations

Some of the most mindblowing military operations have been so ublievable that many don’t believe they even happened. But I promise you that everything on this list is true. These military operations really happened, however hard that is to believe. Some of these are amazing in the skill and bravery necessary to carry them out, […]

10 Amazing Facts About Medieval Knights

10 Amazing Facts About Medieval Knights

Medieval Knights were some of the most dangerous people on the battlefield during Medieval Europe. They were not only clad in impenetrable armour, but had also spent years of their life training to become knights. The introduction of knights in plate armour to the battlefield, changed the nature of warfare in amazing ways. This is […]

8 Most Dangerous Sharks Known To Man

8 Most Dangerous Sharks Known To Man

Sharks are some of the most dangerous predators in the sea; they’re at least the most iconic. If the lion is the king of the jungle, then the shark is the king of the sea. They’re known for their sharp teeth, powerful bites, and taste for blood. This is what makes them so terrifying to […]

10 Mysteries of the human body

10 Mysteries of the human body

Dreaming, yawning, and super powers during pregnancy, are all verified mysteries of the human body. Why do we display certain traits, and act certain ways that don’t offer any obvious benefit. What possess us to do something as nonsensical as yawning during an important meeting or interview. These are all mysteries of the human body, […]

10 Most Intelligent Double Agents

10 Most Intelligent Double Agents

Spies work in deception, and double agents are the masters of this. They work with both sides, before screwing over one to help the other. Some double agents are patriotic, or idealistic, and try to dupe the side their morally against. Other double agents simply work for money, or women, whichever they prefer. This is […]

10 Of The Most Powerful Dynasties From History

10 Of The Most Powerful Dynasties From History

Large close-knitted families who hold immense power can be seen throughout history. By appointing family members to different positions around the world, you can make yourself a lot more powerful. And many of the families on this list had more power than you could possibly imagine. This is a list of the 10 most powerful […]

10 Most Shocking Ambushes In History

10 Most Shocking Ambushes In History

From Hannibal defeating giant Roman armies, to wild barbarians destroying armies three times their size, this is a list of the 10 most shocking ambushes in history. Ambushes have proven time and again throughout history to be one of, if not the most effective way of winning a war, and the easiest way for your […]

8 WW2 Japanese holdouts Who Didn’t Know The War Ended

8 WW2 Japanese holdouts Who Didn’t Know The War Ended

Japanese Holdouts or Stragglers are Japanese soldiers who didn’t surrender after World War Two ended, and kept fighting, guarding, or hiding. Some fought for the honour of Japan, and some simply couldn’t bring themselves to commit suicide. Although Japan officially stopped fighting the US in 1945, in a way the US was still fighting with […]

10 Most Isolated People In The World

10 Most Isolated People In The World

From Ishi the last native American, to an 86 year-old, butt naked Japanese Hermit, living on an island, this is a list of the 10 most isolated people in the world. Now that we live in such a connected world, it’s fascinating to see how some people can live such isolated, unconnected lives. We live […]

10 Times Napoleon Bonaparte Annihilated His Enemies

10 Times Napoleon Bonaparte Annihilated His Enemies

Napoleon Bonaparte is famous for being one of the greatest military strategists, and emperors in history. He won many great victories, and used revolutionary tactics. He was so superior in tactical and strategic ability that he would often annihilate the opposing armies. This is a list of 10 times Napoleon annihilated his enemies. The Ulm […]

10 Mysterious Beach Discoveries

10 Mysterious Beach Discoveries

Mysterious Beach Discoveries I’ve seen some strange things on beaches. This one time I saw a dog speaking English. But then I realised the dog was just yawning and his owner was talking to me. It’s fair to say I was disappointed. But forget talking dogs, if it’s even possible for you to do so. […]

10 Amazing Castles In America

10 Amazing Castles In America

In Europe there are thousands of castles. They often reflect their period of history, being build for defensive or political purposes. There was a time when control of a country relied on control of key castles and fortifications. But the United States as a nation largely missed that period of history. Forts have been important […]

10 Scariest Disney Moments

10 Scariest Disney Moments

Disney films aren’t as child friendly as you might hope, which tbh should be expected considering many of them were based on fairy tales. Fairy tales are also child-focused but some of those are dark as a Norwegian winter. These Disney moments has terrified children all across the globe. Return to Oz – Basically Every Scene […]

10 Real Time Travellers: Charlie Chaplin’s Time Traveller

10 Real Time Travellers: Charlie Chaplin’s Time Traveller

Real time travellers are something most people write off as silly nonsense, but the more open minded of us are willing to imagine it just might be true. Here is a list of 10 real time travellers who became famous for their deeds.  John Titor John Titor became famous online when he wrote “Greetings. I […]

10 Scariest Axe Murderers

10 Scariest Axe Murderers

The term axe murderer can inspire a uniquely chilling feeling, and the thought of individual axe murderers inspires images of a frenzied maniac willing to kill anyone not fast or lucky enough to evade the swing of his axe. axe murderers have committed many of the most notorious murders and mass murders in history. Some […]

10 Amazing Game Of Thrones Theories

10 Amazing Game Of Thrones Theories

One of the reasons a Game of Thrones is such a captivating and intriguing series are the amount of possible twists and turns, and ultimate ending to the story line. This is the genius of George RR Martin, by setting up so many conflicting and intertwined story lines he leaves so much to our imagination. […]

10 World Dictators Who Killed The Most People

10 World Dictators Who Killed The Most People

Hundreds of millions of deaths can attributed to only 10 world dictators. From communists to fascists, this list includes all of the worst dictators you could imagine. Dictators are people who rule with absolute power, and although there have been some world dictators who used it benevolently, they’re mostly evil. “Power corrupts; absolute power corrupts […]

10 Most Evil Rulers You May Not Have Heard Of

10 Most Evil Rulers You May Not Have Heard Of

Stealing babies and bathing in the blood of hundreds of virgins, are just two of the things evil rulers did throughout history. Evil rulers are something humans have never really been without. The most ruthless and barbaric people are often the ones who make it to the top. Simply power itself can corrupt once innocent […]

10 Terrifying Real Hauntings From History

10 Terrifying Real Hauntings From History

Real hauntings have been reported all throughout history, but we often only hear about the most recent ones. Some of the most interesting and terrifying, real hauntings are from hundreds of years ago. Some of those hauntings are still happening today. 50 Berkeley Square The haunted house on 50 Berkeley Square, is haunted and has […]

10 Greatest Hackers Who Did The Unbelievable

10 Greatest Hackers Who Did The Unbelievable

The greatest hackers have been known to hack into some of the hardest websites to get into while they’re still only teenagers. They often do this just for fun, curiosity, money, or just to make a point. Hackers have caused billions in damages across the world, and caused major panic as well as annoyance. This […]

10 Amazing Facts About Macedonia

10 Amazing Facts About Macedonia

Facts About Macedonia The Republic of Macedonia is a country we in the western world don’t often hear of. But there are many interesting stories and facts about Macedonia. It’s history and culture are unique; one thing we know is the Macedonian people are no stranger to oppression, being ruled over by cold war superstates […]

10 Reasons Why The Mongols Were So Feared

10 Reasons Why The Mongols Were So Feared

In the beginning, the Mongols were simply disorganized tribes of brilliant horse archers, but under Genghis Khan they became the greatest fighting force the medieval world had ever seen. They built the largest contiguous empire in the history, and nobody was more feared than them. The Mongols won countless battles, often against much larger armies. […]

10 Dictators Who Died Violently

10 Dictators Who Died Violently

Dangerous jobs often boast high wages to temp applicants. The most high wage job in the world is dictatorship. To be a dictator is to possibly have access to the wealth of an entire nation. But more than that, control of it’s institutions. And if said dictator is skillful, control of it’s population. Like other […]

10 Dirty Cops Who Abused Their Power

10 Dirty Cops Who Abused Their Power

Most cops are good people who try to serve the public, otherwise there would be chaos in the streets, however not all cops are good. Dirty cops are the ones who abuse their power to serve their own needs. They might sell drugs or weapons to make some extra cash, protect gangs for bribes or […]

10 Medieval Castles That Could Not Be Broken

10 Medieval Castles That Could Not Be Broken

Medieval castles were fortified structures were European nobles lived during the Middle Ages. They built castles in both Europe and the Middle East. Now people use the word castle to refer to many different types of fortified structures all over the world. Contrary to popular belief castles were not only defensive but also offensive structures. […]

10 Mad Scientists People Thought Would Destroy The World

10 Mad Scientists People Thought Would Destroy The World

This is a list of 10 scientists, and science teams people were convinced were mad scientists going to destroy the world, and some that actually could of. Mad scientists are something that rarely appears outside of stories, however, there have been some scientists who created things so devastating, or were so careless, it borders on […]

10 Sniper Shots You Won’t Believe

10 Sniper Shots You Won’t Believe

It’s harder than just pointing a rifle at a target, and then firing. Snipers take into account, wind, the curvature of the earth, elevation of the sniper, and other environmental factors. The spotter is also important, sniping is a two man operation, with the spotter doing the bulk of the work. Sniper shots can spread […]

10 Secrets Of The American Revolutionary War

10 Secrets Of The American Revolutionary War

There are many things about the American Revolutionary War, that weren’t publicised very much, and it’s easy to see why. Here we list things you probably didn’t know about the war, and also information on some of it’s most significant battles. This is list of 10 secrets of the revolutionary war. The Conway Cabal Washington […]

10 Ways A Zombie Apocalypse Could Actually Happen

10 Ways A Zombie Apocalypse Could Actually Happen

Zombie’s are something most people write off as purely fiction, something you only ever see in video games, and films. What if I told you that there have actually been several cases of zombies in real life, and countless examples in nature? What if scientists had actually invented a way to create zombies, which could […]

10 Ideas Of The Enlightenment That Changed The West

10 Ideas Of The Enlightenment That Changed The West

The Enlightenment was a period of history from 1715 to 1789. What took place was a revolutionary intellectual movement, where new ideas centred on reason became prominent, and old ideas were challenged. Many ideas that became popular then are the ideas much of western civilisation is now based on. Enlightenment thinkers were keen on the […]

10 Countries That Almost Existed – Proposed Countries

10 Countries That Almost Existed – Proposed Countries

There have been many proposed countries that never quite became nations. Some are pretty dull and realistic while others were wild and obviously impossible. Here are ten planned countries that never came into existence. To be brutally honest despite the title, some of these never had any chance of coming into existence. It’s not click […]

10 Mysterious Arctic Discoveries

10 Mysterious Arctic Discoveries

The Arctic isn’t just home to Polar bears and bizarre Canadian political parties. It’s also home to some of the most mysterious objects and sites ever discovered. Some are of scientific interest, while others might prove the Vikings settled more of North America than previously thought. Here are some mysterious arctic discoveries. A New Continent […]

10 Deadliest Epidemics In History

10 Deadliest Epidemics In History

The world is rapidly running out of antibiotics, this means that although we are looking at events from the past, we may also be looking at the future. Plagues and Epidemics in history often wiped out millions of people, with some even taking out 50% of the world population. Today that would mean 3.5 billion […]

10 Most Evil Nazi Scientists

10 Most Evil Nazi Scientists

Nazi scientists are some of the most unhinged scientists, and committed some of the most atrocious violations of human rights and efforts you’ll ever read about. These were the people who created the plan for the holocaust, and other genocides committed by the Nazi’s. They justified their actions using deranged notions of the greater good. […]

10 Famous Demigods Who Could Be Real

10 Famous Demigods Who Could Be Real

From the slayer of great beasts to the god of fire, this is a list of 10 famous demigods that might be real. Famous demigods are defined as humans who are part god, normally because one of their ancestors was a god. The demigods on this list are most likely mythical, but many people throughout […]

Sengoku Period: The Bloodiest Period In Japanese History

Sengoku Period: The Bloodiest Period In Japanese History

The Sengoku Period was one of the bloodiest in Japanese history. It was a time of samurai fighting for supremacy, after the country became divided following the Onin War. Japan was a changing landscape, trade with China had brought new opportunities, money, and commercial cities, these changes would cause a severe change in the country. […]

10 Facts About The Zodiac Killer: Identity Finally Revealed?

10 Facts About The Zodiac Killer: Identity Finally Revealed?

The Zodiac killer terrorised California in the late 60’s and early 70’s. He murdered young couples and then sent letters to the police, with puzzles, that if solved, could reveal his identity. No one ever managed to solve all the puzzles, and his identity was never conclusively determined. Over the years, countless people have come […]

10 Most Badass Everest Climbers With Crazy Stories

10 Most Badass Everest Climbers With Crazy Stories

Everest is earth’s highest mountain, it’s an icy nightmare, of a mountain to climb. Littered with frozen bodies numbering over 200. Everest is one of the most dangerous mountains in the world to climb, and mortality rates are high. Once you reach 8,000 feet you enter, what’s accurately called the death zone. At this stage […]

10 Amazing Things That Happened During The Victorian Age

10 Amazing Things That Happened During The Victorian Age

The Victorian Age is considered to be a time of relative peace for Britain, which is extraordinary considering it was at war for every year of this period. That shows how bloody history can be. It spans the reign of Queen Victoria, from 1837 to 1901. It was also a time of revolutionary science and […]

10 Amazing Facts About The Conscious/Subconscious Mind

10 Amazing Facts About The Conscious/Subconscious Mind

The human mind is both the most amazing, and mysterious part of the human body. We still don’t understand much about how the mind works, but what we do know is fascinating. The human psyche is split into the conscious, and subconscious mind. We are aware of the conscious part, and the subconscious is the […]

10 Reasons Joseph Stalin Was Worse Than Hitler

10 Reasons Joseph Stalin Was Worse Than Hitler

Joseph Stalin was a cold calculating man who would happily kill people for even the most minor of reasons. He was dictator of the Soviet Union, Russia’s most recent empire, and one of the most devastating dictators in human history. He killed millions of people without remorse, and whether he or Hitler were a more […]

10 Shocking Facts About MI6

10 Shocking Facts About MI6

MI6 was founded just before world war two, when the British government was worried about the rise of the German empire, and feared their spies. It was public opinion at the time that all German’s living in England were spies. They built their own network of spies to combat this problem, known as Military Intelligence […]

10 Futuristic Weapons That Are Extremely Dangerous

10 Futuristic Weapons That Are Extremely Dangerous

From homing bullets to orbital bombardment, futuristic weapons may just bring about the destruction of civilisation. Weapons are becoming increasingly more powerful, and although we already have the ability to destroy all life on earth, we’re still creating more powerful, futuristic weapons. This is a list of 10 futuristic weapons that are extremely dangerous. Adaptive […]

10 Most Badass Ancient Heroes

10 Most Badass Ancient Heroes

From the greatest slave rebel of all time, to one of the few men not to be corrupted by immense power, this is a list of the 10 most badass ancient heroes of all time. Regulus Regulus was a successful Roman general whose life ended in one of the most admirable ways possible. During the […]

10 Famous Shipwrecks You Won’t Believe

10 Famous Shipwrecks You Won’t Believe

Gold, artefacts, and mysterious ancient weapons are things that are sometimes found on famous shipwrecks. The UN estimates that there are 3 million shipwrecks out there. Most of them are innocuous, but some of them are famous for going down in a blaze or for something amazing being discovered inside the wreck. This is a […]

10 Mysterious Buildings You Aren’t Supposed To Know About

10 Mysterious Buildings You Aren’t Supposed To Know About

Secret rooms, headquarters for secret organizations, and places that simply shouldn’t exist. There are countless mysterious buildings out there which we aren’t supposed to know about. From secret government buildings, to ones built by individuals, and ones we don’t even know the origins of, this is a list of 10 mysterious buildings you aren’t supposed […]

10 Chinese Generals Who Crushed Their Enemies

10 Chinese Generals Who Crushed Their Enemies

Chinese generals are famed for their bravery loyalty, and strategic genius. Some of the most impressive generals from history have come from China, as well as some of the most epic battles. This is a list of 10 Chinese generals who crushed their enemies. Yue Fei Yue Fei started off as a private but rose […]

10 Biggest Animals Of All Time

10 Biggest Animals Of All Time

Most of the biggest animals of all time died out millions of years ago, but there’s one still alive today. Dinosaurs dominate any list of the world’s biggest animals; some longer than 100 feet, and heavier than 10 buses. For a while the animals that dominated the world weren’t the ones who were the smartest, […]

10 Greatest Heists Of All Time

10 Greatest Heists Of All Time

From stealing diamonds, to making away with over $1 billion, this is a list of the 10 greatest heists of all time. The idea of stealing a large amount of money is tempting to a lot of people, but most of us never actually do it for various reasons. However this is a list of […]

10 Famous Pirates Who Ruled The Seas

10 Famous Pirates Who Ruled The Seas

Pirates make a living on the ocean and seas, raiding other ships to plunder and loot them. Famous pirates were normally the most fearsome or successful. Pirates would often own multiple ships, sometimes even hundreds, allowing them to take on entire armies, and come out rich. This is a list of 10 famous pirates who […]

10 Haunted Places In New Orleans

10 Haunted Places In New Orleans

Louisiana is home to many unique legends. My personal favorite is the tale of the outlaw J Villa, a noble criminal some would say, but others would call her an insane cattle rustler. But some legends and tales from local lore are much darker than the story of a woman who illegally sold barrels full […]

5 Most Mysterious Letters Ever Sent

5 Most Mysterious Letters Ever Sent

My life revolves around mysterious letters. Actually, that’s not true at all. Unless you’re an elderly person or citizen of a third world nation, letter writing is dead. Instant messaging is just easier. But the electronic footprint compensates for a lot too. Without it, many of history’s strangest and mysterious events involve letters. Today we […]

10 Shocking Facts About Mao Zedong

10 Shocking Facts About Mao Zedong

Mao Zedong was a communist dictator, and Chairman of the Communist Party of China. Under his rule tens of millions of people were killed, and persecuted. He caused the greatest famine in human history, cannibalism became rampant in some parts of China as a result, and he would execute people for the most minor of […]

10 Best Paradoxes That Will Blow Your Mind

10 Best Paradoxes That Will Blow Your Mind

This is a list of the 10 best paradoxes that will blow your mind. A paradox is a situation or statement that seems impossible or is difficult to understand because it contains two opposite facts or characteristics. The best paradoxes can leave you confused, and befuddled for hours on end, until you finally solve it […]

10 Most Badass Japanese Warrior Monks

10 Most Badass Japanese Warrior Monks

This is a list of Japanese Warrior Monks, and organisations of warrior monks, as well as a few entries from other countries. There are two main types of Japanese warrior monks, Sohei, and Yamabushi. The Yamabushi wandered the mountains of Japan, trying to find ways of attaining spiritual powers. The Yamabushi were solitary, and spent […]

10 English Kings Who Shaped World History

10 English Kings Who Shaped World History

England has a long, fascinating, and violent history of English kings. Many wars were fought for the position of king. When a contender finally became king the wars often didn’t stop then either. Many English kings went on to declare war on other European countries like France, to further their power. In this list I […]

10 Unsolved Mysteries Of Science

10 Unsolved Mysteries Of Science

The origin of life, strange noises from space, and the nature of time are just some of the unsolved mysteries of science included on this list. Science is the activity of trying to study the world through observation and experiment. Overtime scientists have slowly been unravelling the mysteries of the universe, but there are still […]

10 Unexplained Mysteries That Will Blow Your Mind

10 Unexplained Mysteries That Will Blow Your Mind

There are countless unexplained mysteries in the world. It’s impossible to find a place where some of the locals don’t have stories of some amazing unexplained mysteries. Some of these are supernatural, involving ghosts, and fairies, and some are strange crimes committed by unknown perpetrators. This particular list includes 10 unexplained mysteries that will blow […]

10 Things You Should Know About The Crusades

10 Things You Should Know About The Crusades

The Crusades refers to a period of time that lasted hundreds of years. There were actually hundreds of crusades that happened during this time, but only four main ones. The Crusades started in 1095 with Pope Urban’s call to arms, and ended in 1303. The Crusaders were an alliance of many Christian states who formed […]

10 Amazing Chinese Inventions That Changed The World

10 Amazing Chinese Inventions That Changed The World

China has had a large impact on the world, and over it’s long history, the Chinese have created some of the most significant inventions in the world. Many of the things we take for granted today might not exist without their Chinese inventors. Many of these Chinese inventions have now spread to the rest of […]

10 Most Amazing Ancient Rulers From History

10 Most Amazing Ancient Rulers From History

Ancient history lasted 5,000 years and during that relatively short time, thousands of great ancient rulers existed. This is a list of military rulers, as well as kings and emperors from ancient times. These are people that created vast empires, or simply led their people exceptionally well. The actions of these rulers changed history forever. […]

10 Most Important Philosophers Of The 19th Century

10 Most Important Philosophers Of The 19th Century

The 19th century was truly an amazing time for philosophy. Some of the most important philosophers in history were born, or became prominent during this time. “God is dead” is perhaps the most famous quote from this period. The ideas thought of during this period had far reaching consequence which some claim are partly responsible […]

10 Things You Should Know About Saladin

10 Things You Should Know About Saladin

Saladin is the founder of the Ayyubid dynasty, and was Sultan of Egypt and Syria. Saladin headed the Muslim military campaign against the crusaders. The Ayyubid dynasty was a large empire, which controlled significant portions of Africa and the Middle East. Saladin’s Rise Saladin managed to survive two attempts on his life by an enigmatic […]

10 Amazing Thomas Edison Facts And Inventions

10 Amazing Thomas Edison Facts And Inventions

Thomas Edison is one of the most famous scientists in history. He went from experimenting in a box car when he was 10, to starting a large complex of laboratories. There he employed many scientists to work with him, and together they created almost 2,000 patents. Edison was one of the first people to apply […]

10 Epic And Mysterious Ancient texts

10 Epic And Mysterious Ancient texts

Ancient texts are artefacts found that have sort form writing on them. This includes scrolls, tablets, manuscripts, books, and more. Ancient texts specifically come from ancient history. It’s amazing to see what sort of information people in ancient times felt was important enough to write down. Religious stories, poems, strategy books, and scientific texts are […]

10 Things You Should Know About The Three Kingdoms Period

10 Things You Should Know About The Three Kingdoms Period

This list includes important facts, events, assassinations, and battles from the Three Kingdoms Period. The Three Kingdoms Period is one of the most well known, and bloodiest periods of Chinese history. It was ignited by a series of bloody rebellions, and created power gap which multiple warlords tried to fill. After countless battles killing millions […]

The Antimatter Bomb: Only Weapon More Powerful Than A Nuke

The Antimatter Bomb: Only Weapon More Powerful Than A Nuke

The Antimatter Bomb When antimatter collides with matter it can end up creating the largest explosion in human history. The Tsar Bomba is the world’s most powerful nuclear weapon it was developed by Russia and has the explosive force of all the explosives that went off during world war two times 10. The antimatter bomb […]

5 Most Amazing Tales From Egyptian Mythology

5 Most Amazing Tales From Egyptian Mythology

Egyptian mythology is full of some truly epic and amazing tales. It’s fascinating to find out what people of the past used to believe, and imagine how it may have influenced their everyday lives. Egyptian mythology was not just a form of entertainment but also a way for people to teach life lessons in a […]

10 Bloody And Great Battles With Surprising Outcomes

10 Bloody And Great Battles With Surprising Outcomes

When a giant army goes up against a much smaller force, the outcome is normally as expected, however sometimes the unbelievable happens. Great battles are often the ones where the underdog wins. From a Japanese commander using dummies to trick their enemy, to a force of only 13 ships defeating 330. This is a list […]

10 Most Mysterious Pyramids Which Baffled Experts

10 Most Mysterious Pyramids Which Baffled Experts

Mysterious pyramids are found all over the world, and nobody can really explain why. There are many explanations ranging the mundane, to the outrageous, to the supernatural. The most famous pyramids are the Egyptian pyramids, but the pyramids in South America, and Asia are just as fascinating, and mystifying. People still debate over how the […]

10 Bloodthirsty Viking Warriors

10 Bloodthirsty Viking Warriors

The Vikings were Norse seafarers, who traveled the ocean trading and raiding to their hearts content. They sailed all over Europe and although they were mostly traders, they were also pillagers and Viking warriors are known to be some of the most ferocious. All Viking men were required to own weapons, and were permitted to […]

10 Notorious Mobsters And Their Horrific Crimes

10 Notorious Mobsters And Their Horrific Crimes

Mobsters were made famous by gangster films, like the god father, and this sparked a morbid fascination with the mob. Some of the most notorious mobster have committed unthinkable crimes on their fellow man. The average person may have trouble stomaching some of the details of their crimes. Other notorious mobsters simply became famous because […]

10 Deadliest Medieval Weapons

10 Deadliest Medieval Weapons

Medieval times were a violent period of history from around 6th to 16th century AD. It began with the fall of the Roman Empire and merged into the Renaissance and the Age of Discovery. Medieval weapons evolved significantly during this time. Factions would attempt to create better weapons to outdo their enemies. As armour got […]

10 Great Winston Churchill Speeches

10 Great Winston Churchill Speeches

“Of all the talents bestowed upon men, none is so precious as the gift of oratory. He who enjoys it wields a power more durable than that of a great king. He is an independent force in the world. Abandoned by his party, betrayed by his friends, stripped of his offices, whoever can command this […]

10 Terrifying Nuclear Bomb Effects

10 Terrifying Nuclear Bomb Effects

Nuclear bombs are incredibly powerful explosive devices that gain their power from nuclear reactions. Nuclear bomb effects are numerous and deadly. The bombs are some of the most devastating weapons to ever be used or tested, the first hydrogen bomb tested released the same amount of energy as 10 million tons of TNT. The effects […]

10 Things You Didn’t Know About Napoleon Bonaparte

10 Things You Didn’t Know About Napoleon Bonaparte

Napoleon Bonaparte is one of the most famous men in history, and for good reason. He became emperor of France soon after the French Revolution and conquered much of Europe. During the Napoleonic war he fought 60 battles and only lost 7 of them. He’s remembered as one of the greatest commanders in history, and […]

10 Most Mysterious Places In The World

10 Most Mysterious Places In The World

From 700 pound rocks that move on their own, to the mines of Paris, filled with human skulls, these mysterious places are guaranteed to blow your mind. There are lots of places in the world famous for mysterious happenings with seemingly no explanation. This list compiles the most mysterious places from all over the world. […]

10 Ways Elon Musk Is Changing The World

10 Ways Elon Musk Is Changing The World

Elon Musk is a world famous business magnate, engineer, investor and inventor. He’s famous for his ambitious projects, and revolutionary technology. He’s a 45 year-old billionaire, who is heavily involved in green energy, and space technology. The goals he’s set for himself include reducing global warming through sustainable energy production and consumption, and reducing the […]

10 Times Caligula Went Absolutely Insane

10 Times Caligula Went Absolutely Insane

Caligula is the notorious madman who ruled over Rome for around four years until he was assassinated by his bodyguards, and some senators. His exploits have been famous all over the world, and are hotly debated to this day. From declaring a war on Poseidon to making his horse a consul, here’s a long list […]

10 Shocking Facts About Genghis Khan

10 Shocking Facts About Genghis Khan

Genghis Khan was the leader of the Mongol Empire, perhaps the mightiest in history. The empire he started eventually became the largest contiguous empire in history. He was born into a tribe in Northeast Asia, and warred with other tribes until he had united them all under his rule. The tactics and strategies used by […]

10 Ancient Cave Paintings That Will Amaze You

10 Ancient Cave Paintings That Will Amaze You

Cave paintings also known as parietal paintings were drawn by men on cave walls or ceilings. Most were drawn during prehistoric times, around 40,000 years ago. Why did cavemen all over the world make cave paintings? Nobody knows, but there are a few theories. Prehistoric men and women may have used it as a way […]

9 Amazing Aspects Of Jungian Theory

9 Amazing Aspects Of Jungian Theory

Carl Gustav Jung is one of the most influential psychologists in the world. He developed a close relationship with Sigmund Freud. Jung was a psychiatrist and psychoanalyst born in Switzerland. He is credited with the founding of analytical psychology, and coining many famous psychological terms. Some aspects of Jungian theory are already widely known, such […]

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