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Can we prevent World War III? History of diplomacy and deterrence
By Michael E. Haskew published
Reference A hotline between Washington and Moscow, along with other measures, facilitates communication at critical times to avoid World War III.

El Dorado: Real history behind the legend
By Mathew Lyons published
Reference El Dorado, the land of gold, is one of the most well-known myths in history and has many different origin stories.

Jousting: Origins and history of the medieval sport
By Christopher Gravett published
Rerfence Jousting is individual mounted combat with the lance, enabling the riders to demonstrate skill and courage.

Old Stone Age culture discovered in China
By Nicoletta Lanese published
Modern humans and now-extinct human relatives may have mingled at the site.

'Almost intact' shrine found in Jordanian desert is 9,000 years old
By Nicoletta Lanese published
The shrine contained a variety of artifacts.

Metal detectorist finds medieval gold brooch with supernatural inscriptions
By Owen Jarus published
A medieval gold brooch unearthed in England contains religious and magical inscriptions in Latin and Hebrew.

Did the Redcoats teach George Washington how to fight?
By Timothy Williamson published
Inside the latest History of War: How the first president and Founding Father learned the art of command while serving with the British.

7 Roman inventions: Incredible feats of ancient technology
By Ailsa Harvey published
Reference For centuries the Roman Empire introduced new innovative technologies across the ancient world. Evidence of these Roman inventions and lessons still live on today.
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