History is filled with stories of barbaric warriors who cause wanton destruction. They have been titled by ancient historians as “savages,” “uncivilized,” and even “the Scourge of God.” But what makes them the most terrifying warriors in history? What sets apart the supposedly well-trained soldier of the Roman Empire from […]
Dive into a riveting exploration of pivotal moments that shaped American history. From wartime decisions to political scandals, we uncover the mistakes that dramatically altered the course of the nation’s trajectory and left an indelible mark on global events. Our countdown explores critical moments like the Watergate Scandal, Pearl Harbor […]
PBS Member Stations rely on viewers like you. To support your local station, go to http://to.pbs.org/DonateORIG ↓ More info and sources below ↓ We’re all familiar with the haunting images of the concentration camps of World War II. But the history of those concentration camps extends back to the late […]
It’s fair to say that a lot of discourse today is derived from combat – like how political goals are often labeled “the war on ‘X’.” This influence is also seen in everyday conversation; many common idioms and phrases have surprisingly violent beginnings. This collection showcases some of the most […]
