They say we know less about the bottom of the ocean than we do about the surface of the moon. But the knowledge we do have of the sea floor comes from our use and invention of submarines. Also powerful in military applications, submarines have allowed humans to do things underwater that were previously unimaginable. …
Since ancient times, some of us have distinguished ourselves by being overly violent and conquering anything in our sight. Others live lives without violence, or intent to be subjected to violence. In case you were wondering, a mindset of not being subjected to violence actually worked for many groups. An example can be found in …
The ancient Egyptian civilization has had many high points. To this day, we still talk about their architecture and the artwork that they left behind. Their most famous pharaohs have become iconic. However, we should consider what information we have about their armies. How many troops did they have? What were the kinds of Egyptian …
Guns have had played both an indirect yet also tangible role in the rise and progression of global powers and industrial development over the course of history. In modern times, guns and the American gun culture hold an ambiguous role, from being a topic for dinner conversations to heated debates between aspiring politicians. When Were …