What Makes Sirius, the Dog Star, So Special? | Ancient Origins
Jul 24, 2023 · The accolade of “brightest star in the sky as viewed from Earth” goes to the well-known star Sirius, popularly called the Dog Star due to its role as the dominant star in the …
10 Ancient Technologies That Are Still a Mystery Today
Oct 7, 2024 · One of the oldest known technological devices is the Antikythera Mechanism, an ancient Greek analog computer dating back to around 100 BC. Discovered in a shipwreck off …
Lysander: The Cunning Spartan Who Shaped an Era - Ancient Origins
Sep 15, 2024 · Lysander, the brilliant and ambitious Spartan general, was a force who redefined the course of Greek history. As the mastermind behind Sparta's decisive victory in the …
Ancient Origins | Unravelling the Mysteries of the Past
At Ancient Origins, we believe that one of the most important fields of knowledge we can pursue as human beings is our beginnings. And while some people may seem content with the story …
Where Did We Come From? Unusual Theories on Human Origins
Oct 20, 2024 · The two most widely accepted theories about human origins are the Out of Africa Theory, which posits that modern humans originated in Africa and migrated globally, and the …
Before There Was Halloween, There Was Samhain - Ancient Origins
Oct 22, 2024 · The roots of Halloween can be found in an ancient Celtic festival known as Samhain. According to legend, during the three days of Samhain (October 31 to November 2), …
The Asante Empire of Ghana and the Anglo-Asante Wars
Feb 8, 2022 · In any event, Okomfo Anokye contributed greatly to the founding of the Asante Empire. For instance, he is believed to have used his natural talent for oration, as well as his …
Shroud of Turin Proved to be Fake by New Study Employing 3D …
Oct 31, 2024 · Jesus not Christ: Science to the Rescue! Cicero Moraes’s recent forensic research has been published by Elsevier, adding another layer to the long-standing debate over the …
Forgotten Giants: Were There Really Giants in Ancient Times?
Nov 21, 2024 · At Ancient Origins, we believe that one of the most important fields of knowledge we can pursue as human beings is our beginnings. And while some people may seem content …
Board Games Never Die: Part One, the Games of Ancient Times
4 days ago · Ancient Board Games Simulating War Strategies And Predicting Afterlife; Ancient Olympia: Site Of The Sacred Hieros Gamos; During the 1920s Sir Leonard Woolley was …