Ancient Origins | Unravelling the Mysteries of the Past
WEBAt Ancient Origins, we believe that one of the most important fields of knowledge we can pursue as human beings is our beginnings. And while some people may seem content with the story as it stands, our view is that there exist countless mysteries, scientific anomalies and surprising artifacts that have yet to be discovered and explained.
Secrets Behind the Creepy Plague Doctor Mask and Costume
WEBJul 15, 2020 — Using the Plague Doctor’s Mask and Garments. Although the well-known plague doctor’s costume wasn’t worn during the infamous Black Death, History Answers states that it was often used by plague doctors “during the Plague of 1656, which killed 145,000 people in Rome and 300,000 in Naples.”.
The Real Story of Medusa: Protective Powers from a Snake-Haired …
WEBJan 21, 2021 — The Legend of Medusa and Perseus. The full myth of Perseus and Medusa begins years before they battled. Perseus was the son of Danae, daughter of Acrisius the King of Argos, and Zeus.The god had impregnated the princess in the form of a shower of gold after her father had locked her away upon learning from an oracle that he would be …
Catapult: The Long-Reaching History of a Prominent Medieval …
WEBFeb 26, 2021 — The Roman Onager. The catapult was a weapon used since ancient times. In its most basic form, the catapult may be described as a “one-armed stone thrower”. In the Roman world, a catapult-like siege engine known as the ‘onager’ (meaning ‘wild ass’) was used when the Romans were besieging an enemy. One suggestion for this name’s ...
The Renaissance: The ‘Rebirth’ That Changed the World
WEBDec 23, 2019 — The word ‘renaissance’ comes from the French language, and simply means ‘rebirth’. This term was made popular by the 19 th century French historian Jules Michelet, and became current in the English language during that time. This concept was further developed by Jacob Burckhardt, a Swiss historian who lived around the same time as …
What’s the Truth Behind the All-Seeing Eye of Providence?
WEBDec 26, 2019 — Thus, in a way, the Eye of Providence is meant to represent a form of spiritual guidance that pious Christians ought to follow. The Eye of Providence may also be meant to represent the omnipresence, omnipotence, and omniscience of God. In addition, the elements surrounding the eye take on a Christian meaning as well.
The Moundbuilders: North America’s Little-known Native Architects
WEBJun 14, 2017 — The exhibition chronologically explores the changing construction methods and purposes of the Native American mounds. It begins with the earliest known mounds of about 3700 BC. These were built in the Lower Mississippi Valley by small groups of hunter-gatherers. They accomplished these feats without metal tools.
Greek Mythology, Stories & Myths | Ancient Origins
WEBGreek mythology is a collection of stories and myths about the gods, goddesses, heroes, and monsters of ancient Greece. These stories have been passed down through generations and have become some of the most famous tales in all of history. Some of the most well-known Greek myths include the story of Demeter and Persephone, which …
The Colossus of Rhodes: Ancient Greek Mega Statue
WEBJun 20, 2018 — The Grand and Sacred Temple of Artemis, A Wonder of the Ancient World. The masterful works of ancient sculptor Phidias. The Colossus of Rhodes, depicted in this hand-colored engraving, was built about 280 BC. Standing 30 meters (100 feet) high, it was built to guard the entrance to the harbor at Rhodes. The ancient Greeks and Romans …
The Dramatic True Story Behind Disney's Mulan - Ancient Origins
WEBMay 29, 2020 — Hua Mulan is one of the most legendary women of ancient China. Her heroic actions were first recorded in ancient texts, retold in the famous poem Ballad of Mulan, and later popularized in the 1998 Walt Disney film Mulan. Today, her story continues to be told in schools across China. In Chinese “Huā” means “flower” and “Mùlán ...