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Ellen Lloyd - AncientPages.com - Emma of Normandy is one of the most intriguing medieval queens who pushed England into a new era, and yet, she is largely
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A. Sutherland - AncientPages.com - An interesting – though only fragmentary – Babylonian myth tells the story of Anzu/Zu (‘the wise one’), the bird god, whose home is
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Ellen Lloyd - AncientPages.com - Magic is a popular subject in Icelandic folklore. Many stories exist about people who performed extraordinary magical feats and achieved amazing things. Many
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Ancient History Facts
Conny Waters - AncientPages.com - The fascinating tales of pirates and their thrilling escapades have intrigued audiences of all ages. Their lives, often depicted in films and literature,
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Ellen Lloyd - AncientPages.com - Archaeologists are often ready to embrace the unexpected, a fascinating aspect of their field. The thrill of uncovering something extraordinary from thousands of
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A. Sutherland - AncientPages.com - Edward of Woodstock (1330-1376) was the eldest son and heir of England's King Edward III Plantagenet. Historically speaking, he was a very talented
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Ellen Lloyd - AncientPages.com - Every year on June 21, a global community comes together to celebrate the summer solstice. These vibrant and enchanting festivals, deeply rooted in
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Ellen Lloyd - AncientPages.com - Puck, also called Robin Goodfellow or "Hobgoblin," is undoubtedly one of the most popular characters in English folklore. Famous for mischievous pranks and
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Ellen Lloyd – AncientPages.com - Magical swords are frequently mentioned in myths and legends, but did you know Paracelsus had a very unusual sword that had a life
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A. Sutherland - AncientPages.com - Holger Danske, also called Holger or Ogier the Dane, was a fearsome Viking warrior. He was a legendary knight and national hero of
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A. Sutherland - AncientPages.com - The idea that dwarves walked the Earth in ancient times should not be surprising. Considerable evidence suggests that beings of very short stature
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Vikings
Ellen Lloyd - AncientPages.com - When a strange prophecy is fulfilled, we can either call it a coincidence or say we believe it’s possible to predict future events.
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Conny Waters - AncientPages.com - St. Elmo's Fire is a fascinating atmospheric phenomenon that has been observed by sailors for centuries. This natural occurrence is characterized by a
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Ancient Mysteries
Ellen Lloyd - AncientPages.com - Many ancient civilizations held dreams in high regard, often interpreting them as omens or divine messages. However, the Toltecs stand out in discussions
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A. Sutherland - AncientPages.com - Various forms of the number 108 appear in many fields of knowledge, culture, and religion. It is not known what should be associated with
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History
A. Sutherland - AncientPages.com - A wealthy and brave shipowner, Laskarina "Bouboulina" Pinotsis (1771–1825) was a fleet commander who participated in the War of Greek Independence against the
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Ancient Mysteries
Ellen Lloyd - AncientPages.com - The Black Pyramid, constructed under the reign of Amenemhat III, was initially erected as a monumental edifice that bore witness to the Pharaoh's
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Conny Waters - AncientPages.com - In modern times, pineapple is a common fruit easily found in any grocery store. However, did you know that this tropical fruit was once
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Ellen Lloyd - AncientPages.com - Have you ever considered the possibility that little people, fairies, and ghosts might truly exist? Imagine if fairies were more than just myths.
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Ancient Mysteries
A. Sutherland - AncientPages.com - Notable works of art often become the focal point of enduring scientific debates, inviting us to ponder their mysteries and significance. A prime
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Ellen Lloyd - AncientPages.com - Access to the impressive and expansive underground city is exclusively through discreetly concealed tunnels originating from the nearby Mtkvari River. The cave city
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A. Sutherland - AncientPages.com - The tale of Elli, the Norse goddess of Old Age, is a captivating Norse myth that inspires us with numerous significant lessons. Within
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Ellen Lloyd - AncientPages.com - Have we stumbled upon a natural phenomenon, an unknown intelligence, or perhaps something from the supernatural realm? Thousands of credible and rational individuals
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A. Sutherland - AncientPages.com - Women have always highly regarded lipstick as the primary and most popular beauty tool of all time. Millennia ago, it covered up the
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A. Sutherland - AncientPages.com - The two brave young warrior Vietnamese women - Trung Trac and Trung Nhi - lived between 12 and 43 AD and, in 39
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Ancient Mysteries
Ellen Lloyd - AncientPages.com - No one knows his real name or date of birth and death. His entire life is shrouded in mystery. Some doubt he existed,
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A. Sutherland - AncientPages.com - Starkad, also known as Starkodder, is an Old Norse hero from several ancient legends that portray him as a great warrior who performed heroic
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Ellen Lloyd - AncientPages.com - Discovered in 1898 in Western Minnesota, the Kensington Runestone has captivated minds and sparked debate for over a century. Is this stone, inscribed
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Conny Waters - AncientPages.com - The Tangier Peninsula, located on the northwestern African side of the Strait of Gibraltar, occupies a unique location that has operated since the Late
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Conny Waters - AncientPages.com - Established around 500 B.C. in Crotone, Italy, the Pythagorean Brotherhood was one of the earliest secret societies. Crotone was a flourishing Greek colony
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Ellen Lloyd - AncientPages.com - Did you know that some Native American and pre-Christian beliefs hold that each person possesses not one, but two souls? This intriguing idea
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A. Sutherland - AncientPages.com - Morgan le Fay – a heroine in Arthurian traditions – is associated with a threatening and intriguing female character. She is a priestess, sorceress
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Ellen Lloyd - AncientPages.com - In a small, tranquil town where life unfolded peacefully, residents had no inkling of the extraordinary events soon to disrupt their serene existence.
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A. Sutherland - AncientPages.com - They say it is only a legend, nothing more—a mere whisper carried by the winds of time. You can choose to believe it
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Ancient History Facts
Conny Waters - AncientPages.com - The Yakuza is a mafia-like Japanese criminal organization that appeared during the Tokugawa Shogunate (1603 - 1868). It was formed by two separate
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Ancient Mysteries
Ellen Lloyd - AncientPages.com - Could the Gradeshnitsa Tablets, dating back nearly 7,000 years, hold the key to one of humanity's earliest writing systems? Are these carved signs
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A. Sutherland - AncientPages.com - The legendary landmark is located near the east coast of Gotland and almost directly east of Visby, in the parish of Boge on the
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Ellen Lloyd - AncientPages.com - Nicholas of Cusa, also known as Nicolaus Cusanus, Nicholas of Kues, and Nicolaus Krebs, was a man unafraid to voice unorthodox opinions. He
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A. Sutherland - AncientPages.com - The concept of fate is a timeless idea that has intrigued and baffled humanity for centuries. This notion encompasses the belief that a
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Ellen Lloyd - AncientPages.com - Throughout the world, countless stories passed down by our ancestors speak of ancient kingdoms, cities, and other fascinating places that remain elusive to
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A. Sutherland - AncientPages.com - Legendary weapons are mentioned in countless myths and legends throughout human history. Warriors and invincible heroes used magical weapons with supernatural powers. These
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Ellen Lloyd - AncientPages.com - Mountains possess a unique allure that attracts those with a taste for the extraordinary. There's something special about the breathtaking natural surroundings and
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