Decoding the 3,700-year-old Enigmatic Phaistos Disc: A Mesmerizing Glimpse into Minoan Civilization

For more than a century, the Phaistos Disc has remained a subject of intense controversy and fascination since its initial discovery in 1908 by Italian archaeologist Luigi Pernier at the Minoan palace of Phaistos on the south coast of the island of Crete.

Quimbaya Civilization, Petroglyphs and “Flying Jets”: 10 Centuries of Mystery

They Quimbaya civilization thrived until around 7th century CE, leaving behind a legacy that continues to captivate archaeologists, historians, and art enthusiasts to this day. Left behind are the tolimas or tumbagas, ancient Quimbaya artifacts made of gold and bronze and dated between 300-1000 AD.

Sun Tzu’s 2500-years-old “Art of War”: Deception as a Fundamental Strategy

The ancient Chinese military strategist Sun Tzu, an honorific title meaning “Master Sun”, emphasized the importance of deception as a fundamental strategy in warfare. In his renowned work, “The Art of War,” he stressed the value of careful planning, intelligence gathering, creating illusions, feigning weaknesses, and exploiting the weaknesses of the enemy. His emphasis on flexibility, adaptability, and the strategic use of resources has made The Art of War a timeless masterpiece, still relevant in today’s world.

The “Vile Garrote”: Spain’s Preferred Method of Capital Punishment

The Vile Garrote was a procedure for executing a convicted person by compressing his throat with a rope twisted with a stick, with a metal ring or by pressing the neck with a screw.

The Battle of Trasimene – 217 BCE

Hannibal Barca was a legendary Carthaginian general renowned for his brilliant military strategies and deception tactics employed during the Second Punic War. Among his many accomplishments, Hannibal’s tactical deception at the Battle of Trasimene stands as a masterstroke of ancient warfare.

The Trojan Horse: The Ultimate Deception

From ancient times to the modern era, Deception has long been recognized as a powerful tool in the arsenal of military strategists and commanders. Deception remains an essential element in military planning and operations. It allows forces to exploit vulnerabilities, create opportunities for surprise attacks, and divert enemy attention and resources.
The Trojan Horse: The Ultimate Deception

Cats in Ancient Egypt: Guardians, Companions, and Rat-Catchers

Cats hold a special place in the hearts of people around the world, but their unique bond with humans can be traced back to ancient times. Among the ancient civilizations, none revered and cherished cats quite like the ancient Egyptians. They not only domesticated cats but also esteemed them for their exceptional ability as rat-catchers.
Cats in Ancient Egypt: Guardians, Companions, and Rat-Catchers

The Confederation of the Iroquois: A Legend from the Haudenosaunee Indians

The legends common to one clan were known all over the continent wherever Indians of that clan lived, and there is little doubt that many of the legends of the Iroquois can be found in some form among those of the Western Indian tribes of the present time.
The Confederation of the Iroquois: A Legend from the Haudenosaunee Indians

Mambele and Kpinga: African Throwing Knives

African throwing knives have a long history in African culture. These weapons were used by various tribes for hunting, warfare, and self-defence. They were also used in ceremonial dances and rituals. The knife was a symbol of power and strength, and its use in ceremonies reinforced these qualities in the warrior.
herefore, we will concentrate on just two types of African Throwing Knifes: The Mambele and the Kpinga.

Orgy Party Planners of Ancient Rome

in ancient Rome, orgies were one of the most popular and one of the most sought-after and exclusive high-society events. These gatherings required someone to oversee the details and arrangements: the Orgy Party Planners.