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
During the Cromwellian Conquest of Ireland between 1649 and 1653, Oliver Cromwell ruthlessly crushed rebellion in Ireland. Less known, however, is one location where Cromwell sent many of his captives. What was this location?
The answer tomorrow.
Yesterday's question and answer:
What was unique about the first press conference held by American first lady Eleanor Roosevelt in 1933?
Answer: She did not allow men to attend. In an attempt to promote women’s issues she stated only female reporters, who were traditionally not allowed to attend presidential press conferences, were able to be present.
Source: Eleanor Roosevelt by Maurine Beasley
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History Question of the Week
Aeschylus and Sophocles are considered two of the three greatest writers of Greek tragedy. Who was the third?
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 steam ship, launched on 31 January 1858, remained the largest ship ever built in both length and tonnage for over forty years?
Answer: The SS Great Eastern, designed by famed British engineer Isambard Kingdom Brunel.Source: Understanding the Victorians by Susie Steinbach
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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:
As it was instigated by foreign powers and created without flexibility to change, the Bourbon Restoration of 1814 was doomed from the start. What do you think?
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