The story of the Wright brothers’ first powered flight in 1903 is well-known, but their success wouldn’t have been possible without their extraordinary sister, Katharine Wright. While Orville and Wilbur focused on engineering and flying, she managed their business affairs, handled public relations, and maintained social connections. Katharine Wright ran […] More
Anne Newport Royall once called the “queen of all hags,” is remembered as a pioneering writer and prominent journalist. She published ten travel books, a novel, and two weekly newspapers in Washington, championing unpopular causes like a latter-day muckraker. Royall praised her supporters lavishly and attacked her detractors fiercely. Through […] More
Mileva Marić, a woman of significant intellect and potential, was often overlooked in history. At a very young age, she showed promise in mathematics and physics.Her journey intertwined with that of Albert Einstein, with whom she shared a passion for scientific exploration. Many historians argue that Marić played a crucial […] More
Dorothy Catherine Draper is a truly forgotten figure in American history. In 1839, she became the first woman to sit for a photograph—a daguerreotype—taken by her brother, John William Draper, on the rooftop of a school. This pioneering moment in photography marked a significant milestone. She spent her whole life […] More
In the annals of history, few stories are as compelling as that of Empress Elisabeth of Austria, known affectionately as Sisi. Her story began with love at first sight with Emperor Franz Joseph, followed by the confines of imperial life and an unending quest for freedom. Sisi’s life was both […] More
Winston Churchill, one of the 20th century’s most defining figures, achieved remarkable feats beyond his renowned political career and wartime leadership. Churchill served as Prime Minister of the United Kingdom during two critical periods, from 1940 to 1945 and from 1951 to 1955. His leadership during World War II was […] More
The royal family’s luxurious lifestyle captivates countless people. Opulent palaces, grand events, and lavish wardrobes make it seem like a dream. Individuals fantasize about being born into such privilege and splendor. However, this glittering image doesn’t tell the whole story. For some members of royalty, the reality of their lives […] More
In July 1918, amid the turmoil of the Russian Revolution, Czar Nicholas II and his family were brutally executed by the Bolsheviks. The horrific execution changed Russian history forever. The Romanov dynasty, which had ruled for 300 years and experienced both great achievements and monumental failures, came to a sudden […] More
The phrase “I can’t live without you” might sound cliché in today’s world, but the truth is, beautiful love stories have existed in every era. Looking back in time, Cleopatra and Mark Antony crafted their own love story, proving the validity of the saying. Despite its beauty, their tale ends […] More
Nikola Tesla is a brilliant inventor and engineer whose groundbreaking work revolutionized the world of electricity. He is best known for creating things like the alternating current (AC) system, which powers a lot of our world today. His inventions, like the Tesla coil and wireless electricity, still influence how we […] More
