The History of the World at your Fingertips

The history of our remarkable world is written in the sometimes small and seemingly innocuous decisions made by individuals in the pursuit of their goals. These decisions have forged alliances, taken lives, broken hearts, created works of art, started wars, and ultimately, have radically reshaped the trajectory of human history.

Explore these decisions and how they created a dramatic shift in the fortunes of the society that trailed in their wake.

The Great Compromise: Definition and Impact on US History

Matthew Jones

In the stifling Philadelphia heat of 1787, while most of the city’s residents were on holiday down at the shore (not really — this is…

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The Wilmot Proviso

Matthew Jones

Throughout the 19th century, during the period known as the Antebellum Era, Congress, and American society as a whole, was tense.  Northerners and Southerners, who…

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Townshend Act

Matthew Jones

In 1767, the king of England, George III, found himself with a situation on his hands.  His colonies in North America — all thirteen of…

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Scuba Diving History: A Deep Dive into the Depths

Guest Contribution

The name Jacques-Yves Cousteau is synonymous with scuba diving’s history, and you are forgiven if you’re under the impression that the story started with him. …

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