#WWB History
Where on Earth did humans emerge?
When viewed over deep time, the idea of separate human origins fades, replaced by a simpler truth: we are one family that wandered.
Did Tesla fall in love with a pigeon?
Nikola Tesla did not literally “fall in love” with a pigeon, but the story reveals how loneliness, obsession, and myth can blur into legend.
When did ancient humans start wearing clothes?
Clothes < Civilization < Prehistory < History
How many times have human species gone extinct?
We know of about 15 to 20 ancient human species within the genus Homo over the last two million years.
Did central Africa invent iron smelting before everybody else?
Iron smelting likely emerged independently in multiple regions, and Central Africa was among the earliest innovators.
What is the difference between socialism and communism?
Our Time < History
Was the Roman Empire like the Borg?
A bit. The Roman Empire grew by assimilation.
Were evangelicals and catholics a part of the first 100 years of the United States?
The first century of the United States was shaped primarily by Protestant culture, Deism, and Enlightenment ideals
Does the border problem contribute to higher crime rates?
Immigrants, including the undocumented, consistently contribute to a lower—not higher—crime rate.
Did Charles Darwin’s uncle invent the steam engine?
The steam engine was invented in ancient greece. Lost, it was rediscovered by Thomas Newcomen in 1712. Later improved by James Watt, no relation to ...
Should you engage Trump supporters?
Should you engage Trumpsters? Yes and no. The short answer is no because they are brainwashed. The longer answer is yes, but only on basic ...
Was Trump the worst president in history?
Historians and political scientists rank presidents for the history books, and they already rank Trump as the worst president.