Ever since I first read Alfred Lansing’s book Endurance about Shackleton’s Imperial Trans-Antarctic Expedition (1914-1917), I have had a keen interest in Antarctic exploration in general and Shackleton’s Endurance expedition in particular. So needless to say, I was hyper-excited when I heard that the expedition’s ship, Endurance, had finally been found over 100 years after… Continue reading 100 Years Under Water: 4 Facts About the Endurance
The history of Thanksgiving is probably something you are quite familiar with. No doubt it was part of your history lessons in school. Everyone knows the story of the Pilgrims coming over on the Mayflower and celebrating their first abundant harvest with a large feast known today as the first Thanksgiving. Chances are, however, that… Continue reading The History of the Manchu-Han Imperial Feast: A Chinese Thanksgiving
Introduction Recently while reading several historical non-fiction books, I came across some accounts that reminded me of some of the unpleasant things we deal with in this day and age. After giving the reading some thought, I decided to share several excerpts here on the blog, as well as my thoughts on it. Germ Warfare… Continue reading History Compared to the Current Time
Introduction More than a hundred years ago an expedition set sail for the continent of Antarctica. The plan was to be the first to cross the polar continent. What they were to accomplish, however, was something far different. Yet, ironically, this failed expedition is remembered more than one that completed the first crossing of Antarctica… Continue reading We Have Seen God In His Splendors: Shackleton’s Amazing Voyage
Introduction The knowledge of history is an important knowledge to possess. Not only does it aid our understanding, but it also helps us to connect. To the Christian, however, history means so much more than that. This is why we, as Christians, have a greater duty to study the past. The Bible is full of… Continue reading 7 Reasons History Is So Important to the Christian
