Welcome to HistoryWow
Why ‘Wow’? Because history has a ‘Wow’ factor. History is rich in fascinating and inspirational 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. Since 2012, HistoryWow’s aim, using only the finest historical reference material, has been to bring you some of these fascinating and inspirational incidents and events, in a short, sharp format.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
What were the final words uttered to his men by John Sedgwick (1813-1864), Union army general in the American Civil War (1861-1865)?
The answer tomorrow.
Yesterday's question and answer:
Medieval European observers described what Asian ruler as being “learned in all kinds of sorcery”?
Answer: Akbar I (1542 – 1605), Mughal emperor. The cult that surrounded Akbar stated that he was akin to divinity and could heal and control the waters in both rivers and clouds. Historical evidence suggest that many at the time believed this was true.
Source: Asia – A Concise History by Arthur Cotterell
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History Question of the Week
Who published On The Revolutions of the Celestial Spheres in 1543, the same year as his death?
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:
Which famous French artist began painting while working as a stockbroker?
Answer: Paul Gauguin (1848-1903)Source: Millet to Matisse by Vivien Hamilton
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HistoryWow’s Golden List of Great History Books
There are many great history books, on a range of interesting topics. These are some of the ones we at HistoryWow think are especially good.
These excellent books are available at: History
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 American colonists could never have won the American War of Independence (1775-1783) without French soldiers, finance, ships and weapons. What do you think?
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HistoryWow’s Featured Historical Figure of Note
Leo Tolstoy (1828 - 1910)Russian writer. Tolstoy is one of the most influential authors in history, renowned for his epic novels including War and Peace (1869) and Anna Karenina (1877). Later he became an influential philosopher and developer of the ideals of Christian pacifism.
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