World History

Cults of Gods: Dionysus, God of Peoples
Among the Olympian gods, Dionysus occupies a unique and often misunderstood position. He was not merely the god of wine or ecstatic madness, but a deity whose worship belonged to crowds rather than kings, festivals rather than palaces, and shared frenzy rather than private prayer. Dionysus was a god experienced collectively—through procession, theater, initiation, and ritual excess—and for this reason he may best be understood as the god of peoples. His cult reveals how ancient Greek society made room for disorder, emotional release, and sacred transgression within an otherwise highly ordered world.
By Alex Smith2 months ago in History
The Legacy of Genocidal Maniacs and the Father of It All.
I posted a piece earlier today on Meta, and the engagement lent to the discussion of what Trump will be remembered for. I believe that the end will be less than what he conceived, but he will absolutely be remembered for something.
By Sai Marie Johnson2 months ago in History
The Reasons Behind World War I
World War I did not begin because of a single event or decision. Instead, it was the result of decades of tension, rivalry, fear, and unresolved conflicts among the world’s most powerful nations. When the war finally erupted in 1914, it shocked many ordinary people, but to historians, it was the tragic outcome of long-building pressures that had made peace fragile and war increasingly likely.
By The khan2 months ago in History
The Assassination of Julius Caesar
On the morning of March 15, 44 BCE, Rome woke to what seemed like an ordinary day. Senators gathered, streets filled with routine noise, and politics moved as it always had. By sunset, the Roman Republic—already fragile—was fatally wounded.
By The khan2 months ago in History
Cults of Gods: Artemis, Huntress of the Olympus
Determined in her virginity and uncompromising in the defense of her dignity, Artemis—the elder sister of Far-Shooting Apollon—may rightly be called the Mistress of the Wild.
By Alex Smith2 months ago in History
Cults of Gods: Apollon, Sternness confined in Beauty
Able to make other gods tense, his arrows fly in straight line bringing plague, leading Muses, Apollon "the most Greek of the Greek gods", in my opinion, bringer of order even more than Zeus.
By Alex Smith2 months ago in History
Cults of Gods: Hephaestus, "Lame" God?
Often portrayed in myth as an outcast, Hephaestus occupied a far more stable and respected position in ancient Greek religious practice. Though depicted as physically imperfect, he was nonetheless firmly established among the Olympian gods and widely revered for his indispensable role in both divine and human craftsmanship.
By Alex Smith2 months ago in History
Hercules
Ovid gives an account of Hercules’ life, but very briefly, quite unlike his usual extremely detailed method. He never cares to dwell on heroic exploits; he loves best a pathetic story.
By Bahila Ataklti2 months ago in History
The Real Santa Claus Explained by Michael Savage, New Canaan
Every December, the image of Santa Claus appears everywhere, from store windows to holiday movies and children’s letters. He is cheerful, generous, and always ready to bring joy. However, behind the red suit and flying reindeer is a true story rooted in history and kindness. Understanding where Santa Claus really came from adds deeper meaning to Christmas. New Canaan’s blogger Michael Savage often says that knowing the origin of holiday traditions helps people appreciate the values behind them, not just the symbols.
By Mike Savage New Canaan2 months ago in History
The Letters That Survived a War
In 1942, in a small town in northern France, life felt impossibly fragile. The war had already changed everything. Streets that once carried children laughing were now filled with silence or the distant thrum of military vehicles. The air carried a tension that had no scent, a weight you could feel pressing on your chest whenever you stepped outside.
By Jhon smith2 months ago in History
The Grisly Death Of ‘Sweet Fanny Adams’. Content Warning.
Born on 30th April 1859 in the small market town of Alton, England, Fanny Adams had lived with her family on Tanhouse Lane.
By Matesanz2 months ago in History
The Trial of Socrates
In 399 BCE, the city of Athens believed it was protecting itself. The jury believed it was preserving tradition, religion, and social order. Yet history would remember that day very differently. On that day, Athens placed one man on trial—not for violence or betrayal, but for thinking differently.
By The khan2 months ago in History