History of Everything

How Ramen Saved Japan

After World War II, Japan was devastated. Food was scarce, morale was low, and the country needed something—anything—to rebuild. That "something" turned out to be a simpl

Sheck Exley: The Greatest Cave Diver Who Ever Lived

Sheck Exley didn't just push the limits of human exploration—he redefined them. Today we dive into the life of the man widely regarded as the greatest cave diver who ever

The Dog Meat General: Craziest Leader in Chinese History

Meet Zhang Zongchang—the warlord so unhinged, so chaotic, that his own soldiers called him "72-Cannon Zhang" while everyone else just called him the Dog Meat General. Sta

The Powder Kegs That Led to the American Revolution

By 1775, the thirteen American colonies were a tinderbox — and it only took one spark to set the empire ablaze. But how did loyal British subjects transform into armed re

Balloonfest ‘86: Disaster or Lie?

In 1986, Cleveland made history by releasing 1.5 million balloons into the sky—a world record that still stands today. But what was supposed to be a harmless spectacle qu

The Fall of Saddam Hussein: Butcher of Baghdad

For 24 years, Saddam Hussein ruled Iraq with an iron fist—silencing dissent through torture, execution, and the infamous Republican Guard. But in 2003, the regime that se

The Rise of Saddam Hussein: From Street Thug to Dictator

Saddam Hussein with nothing. Born to a poor peasant family in a mud-brick village. Abandoned by his father before he was born. Raised by an abusive uncle who beat him dai

The Rise and Fall of the Greatest Show on Earth: The Circus

Step right up and journey through the wild, weird, and often shocking history of the circus—from its ancient Roman origins to the multimillion-dollar entertainment empire

How Spices DOMINATED History

For thousands of years, spices were among the most valuable commodities on Earth—often worth more than gold. Their rarity and extreme profitability drove ancient global t

D-Day: The Invasion That Changed World War II

To have your own little piece of history, get your Praesidus watch here at this link! https://tinyurl.com/yfj9avr6 On June 6, 1944, over 150,000 Allied troops stormed th

I Am JESUS: People Who Claimed to Be Christ Reborn

Today we explore the fascinating and often disturbing phenomenon of individuals who have genuinely believed themselves to be the reincarnation of Jesus Christ. From moder

How Russia Became Controlled By Vodka

Today we trace the fascinating and often tragic relationship between Russia and vodka - from its medieval origins to its role as a tool of social control. Discover how vo

Idi Amin The Butcher of Africa

Today we examine the brutal reign of Ugandan dictator Idi Amin, who earned the infamous nickname "The Butcher of Africa" through his systematic torture and murder of an e

The Bowling Boom and Bust: How A Sports Empire Crumbled

In the 1960s, bowling wasn't just a sport—it was America's favorite pastime. With over 9.8 million league bowlers, bowling alleys dotted every American town, and professi

The Rise Of The Yakuza

The Yakuza, Japan's organized crime syndicates, originated in the mid-Edo period. Known for rigid patriarchal structures, tattoos, and feudal codes of honor, they evolved

Fighting Women In History...note to self change this title later

Most of the time when people are talking about war and military history things have a tendency to focus on just the men. However there have been numerous cases in history

The Rise of El Mencho: Mexico's Most Dangerous Cartel Leader

Today we uncover the story of Nemesio Oseguera Cervantes, better known as "El Mencho," the head of the Cártel de Jalisco Nueva Generación (CJNG). From his humble beginnin

The First Dumb Robbery in American History

The man credited with the first big bank robbery in America was, frankly, bad at crime. Isaac Davis made off with $162,821 - or $3 million, in today's money - from the va

Iwo Jima: The Marines Hell on Earth

If You want your own Praesidus Iwo Jima Watch then check out my sponsor here Welcome to Iwo Jima, the Marines' Hell on Earth. In February 1945, 70,000 U.S. Marines stor

The Weird History of Olympic Shenanigans

Olympic history is filled with bizarre, discontinued, and surreal moments, particularly in the early 20th century. Standout oddities include live pigeon shooting, paintin