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King Kofi Karewe of the Ashanti kingdom loved gold so much that he had his teeth covered in it.
15/01/2025

King Kofi Karewe of the Ashanti kingdom loved gold so much that he had his teeth covered in it.



King Shaka of Zulu kingdom had over 1000 wives, but he banned them from bearing children.Instead he created a regiment o...
15/01/2025

King Shaka of Zulu kingdom had over 1000 wives, but he banned them from bearing children.
Instead he created a regiment of female warriors to fight alongside his men.


In 1943, Mexican-American youths in Los Angeles were attacked by the US servicemen for wearing oversized suits, leading ...
12/01/2025

In 1943, Mexican-American youths in Los Angeles were attacked by the US servicemen for wearing oversized suits, leading to widespread violence.
It was called the Zoot suit riots.


RAGS TO RICHES Did you know that there was a Roman Emperor who was a former slave ?Emperor Pertinax ruled Rome for just ...
09/01/2025

RAGS TO RICHES

Did you know that there was a Roman Emperor who was a former slave ?
Emperor Pertinax ruled Rome for just 86 days in 193 CE.
He was born into slavery and rose through the ranks to become a successful lawyer, senator, and eventually Emperor.
His remarkable story is a testament to the possibilities of social mobility in Ancient Rome.
Despite his short reign, Pertinax implemented several reforms and was remembered as a wise and just leader.

Today is January fifth, twenty twenty five and the weather here is sunny and breezy.How’s the weather over there?A weat...
05/01/2025

Today is January fifth, twenty twenty five and the weather here is sunny and breezy.
How’s the weather over there?
A weather report from a history enthusiast, your favorite Historian, Historian Imoh





Today is January fifth , twenty twenty five and the weather here is sunny and breezy..Weather report from a history ent...
05/01/2025

Today is January fifth , twenty twenty five and the weather here is sunny and breezy..
Weather report from a history enthusiast, your favorite Historian.





IN LOVE WITH CONSTANTINOPLEConstantinople is the ancient capital of the Byzantine empire.Constantinople was founded by G...
03/01/2025

IN LOVE WITH CONSTANTINOPLE

Constantinople is the ancient capital of the Byzantine empire.
Constantinople was founded by Greek colonizers from Megara in 657 BC.
The city was renamed Constantinople meaning city of Constantine by Roman Emperor Constantine the Great in 330 AD.
Constantine served as the capital of the Byzantine empire for over 1,100 years.
The city is known for its architecture and infrastructure with the likes of the impressive Theodosian walls built in the 5th century AD.
I won’t make the mistake of not mentioning the iconic Hagia Sophia which is one of the most famous buildings in the world, it was constructed in Constantinople in the 6th century AD.
The city’s water supply was ensured by the impressive Aqueduct of Valens and was built in the 4th century AD.
History records Constantinople to be a major city of trade connecting Europe and Asia
Constantinople played a crucial role in preserving classical Greek and Roman knowledge during the Middle Ages.
Sadly my Constantinople was conquered by the Ottoman Empire in 1453 AD, marking the end of the Byzantine empire and renamed Istanbul by the Ottomans , although the name Constantinople is still used historically like i am doing.
Today Istanbul is the largest city in Turkey , a country that straddles Europe and the Middle East.






President Abraham Lincoln issued the emancipation proclamation on 1st January 1863, freeing slaves in confederate territ...
01/01/2025

President Abraham Lincoln issued the emancipation proclamation on 1st January 1863, freeing slaves in confederate territory.


Slaves made up a significant portion of the Roman population, with estimates suggesting up to 20% of the population was ...
31/12/2024

Slaves made up a significant portion of the Roman population, with estimates suggesting up to 20% of the population was enslaved .

Ancient Egyptians used Kohl, a black powder made from galena which is a lead base ore to line their eyes.This was not on...
30/12/2024

Ancient Egyptians used Kohl, a black powder made from galena which is a lead base ore to line their eyes.
This was not only for cosmetics purposes but also to protect their eyes from the sun and ward off evil which was a believe they held dearly .
Today, women in Africa and around the globe use eye liner to enhance their beauty.
Do you use eyeliner?
What is your reason for using it





If you are a passionate history lover like me.If your favorite history story is the transatlantic slave trade like me.Th...
29/12/2024

If you are a passionate history lover like me.
If your favorite history story is the transatlantic slave trade like me.
Then a visit to the Merseyside maritime museum Liverpool is a must.






Try not to laugh, but did you know that the Romans used a sponge attached to a stick known as “spongia” or “xyster” to c...
27/12/2024

Try not to laugh, but did you know that the Romans used a sponge attached to a stick known as “spongia” or “xyster” to clean themselves after using the toilet around 509-274BC ?
The sponge was dipped in a bucket of water or a nearby stream , the user would then insert the sponge into their body to clean themselves and the sponge was often shared among users, making it a breeding ground for bacteria.
The practice of sharing sponges led to the spread of diseases, including gastrointestinal infections.
The Romans lack of understanding about germs and proper waste management contributed to the spread of illnesses.
Public toilets known as “latrinae” were often dirty, cramped and poorly ventilated.
Only the wealthy could afford to use sponges regularly.
The poor used leaves, grass and other materials.
Public toilets were often used for socializing, conducting businesses and even reading.
The Romans use of sponge on a stick may seem unusual to us today,but it highlights the complexities and challenges of maintaining personal hygiene in ancient civilizations.

Ancient Egyptian pharaohs wore platforms shoes to make them themselves appear taller.
24/12/2024

Ancient Egyptian pharaohs wore platforms shoes to make them themselves appear taller.



In 1948, a man was found dead on a beach in Adelaide , Australia with a mysterious coded message in his pocket.Despite ...
22/12/2024

In 1948, a man was found dead on a beach in Adelaide , Australia with a mysterious coded message in his pocket.
Despite numerous investigations, the identity of the man and the meaning of the code remain unknown.

This is Rebecca Nurse, she was born in 1621 in Yarmouth, England.In 1644, she married Francis Nurse and had eight childr...
20/12/2024

This is Rebecca Nurse, she was born in 1621 in Yarmouth, England.
In 1644, she married Francis Nurse and had eight children with several grandchildren.
Initially, Rebecca was not accused of witchcraft but on March 24, 1692, Ann Putnam Jr and Abigail Williams accused Rebecca of witchcraft.
Rebecca’s trail began on June 29, 1692, thirty nine people testified against her including several family members.
Rebecca maintained her innocence through out the trial but sadly on June 19, 1692 Rebecca was executed by hanging on Gallows Hill in Salem town.
Her ex*****on was a significant event as she was a respected member of the community.
Interestingly, the Massachusetts general court declared Rebecca’s trail unlawful in 1706 and in 1957, the state of Massachusetts formally apologized and provided reparations to Rebecca’s descendants.
Today, Rebecca’s story has been featured in various literary and dramatic works including Arthur Miller’s “The crucible” which later enlightened the world that witchcraft is a faceless and baseless excuse to sentencing anyone to life ex*****on.




THE BLACK DEATH The Black Death was a pandemic that devastated Europe in the 14th century, killing an estimated 75 to 20...
18/12/2024

THE BLACK DEATH

The Black Death was a pandemic that devastated Europe in the 14th century, killing an estimated 75 to 200 million people.
The Black Death reduced Europe’s population to 1/4.
It affected both the rich , poor , religious and non religious people.
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Did you know that the famous Zulu king Shaka was known for his short temper ?He once ordered his warriors to attack a gr...
16/12/2024

Did you know that the famous Zulu king Shaka was known for his short temper ?
He once ordered his warriors to attack a group of innocent villagers simply because they had laughed at his new hair cut.

OLOIBIRIOloibiri is a small village located in Ogbia local government area of Bayelsa state, Nigeria.History records Olo...
14/12/2024

OLOIBIRI

Oloibiri is a small village located in Ogbia local government area of Bayelsa state, Nigeria.
History records Oloibiri to be the famously known site of the first commercial oil discovery in Nigeria in 1956.
The discovery was made by Shell-BP, a joint venture between the Royal Dutch Shell and British petroleum BP companies.
The first oil well name “Oloibiri 1” was drilled to a depth of 4,062 feet and produced 5,000 barrels of oil per day.
The discovery of oil in Oloibiri marked the beginning of Nigeria’s oil industry which has since become the country’s main source of revenue.
In 2011, the Nigerian government established the Oloibiri oil and gas research institute to promote research and development in the oil and gas sector.
Oloibiri is a tourist attraction, with visitors drawn to the site of the first oil discovery and the Oloibiri oil museum , but sadly Oloibiri has faced challenges related to environmental degradation, poverty, and lack of infrastructure, highlighting the need for sustainable development and community engagement.






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