Welcome to HistoryWow
Why ‘Wow’? Because history has a ‘Wow’ factor. History is rich in fascinating and inspiratonal incidents and events. Stories of heroism, self-sacrifice, humor, arrogance, foolishness, victory against the odds, the cruel hand of fate, irony and nobility.
History’s got the lot. HistoryWow aims to bring you some of these fascinating and inspirational incidents and events, in a short, sharp format. A little bit of history every day. But not enough to overload your busy lifestyles. We hope you enjoy HistoryWow!
History Question of the Day
Nazi Germany’s invasion of the Soviet Union in 1941 was the largest invasion in the history of warfare, with the Soviets initially woefully under-equipped to counter the invader. For example, how many of the 7000 raw recruits who formed the 18th Leningrad Volunteer division actually had a weapon?
The answer tomorrow.
Yesterday's question and answer:
Where was the surprising location of the first violence to emanate from the French Revolution?
Answer: A luxury wallpaper factory. The Réveillon Riots, so named after the factory’s owner Jean-Baptiste Réveillon, focused around the issue of pay, and around 25 people were killed.
Source: France in Revolution, 1776-1830 by Sally Waller
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History Question of the Week
Which famous writer wrote under the pen name ‘Ellis Bell’?
The answer on Thursday.Submit Answer
The first correct answer to each week's question will receive a US$30 voucher to buy a history book of their choice.
Last week's question and answer:
In 47 BCE, which famous classical figure uttered the words ‘Veni, vidi, vici’?
Answer: Julius Caesar. The latin translates to ‘I came, I saw, I conquered.’Source: Julius Caesar by Rose Williams
The HistoryWow Forum
CALLING ALL HISTORY BUFFS!
The fascinating thing about history is that there are a variety of different opinions and views on historical questions. Here is your chance to tell us what you think about a particular history question.THIS WEEK'S HISTORYWOW FORUM TOPIC IS:
The concept of ‘the fall of Rome’ is fundamentally flawed. We should instead consider the era as an evolution into medieval Europe. What do you think?
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