World History
Why Are Historical Doors So Large?
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When visiting a historic site — whether an ancient or medieval castle, cathedral, or statehouse — you may have noticed an eye-catching detail about the architecture: doors that are far larger than those found in modern buildings. Today, a standard interior door is typically 80 inches (6 feet, 8 inches) tall and 28 inches to 36 inches wide, while exterior doors are usually the same height but range from 32 inches to 42 inches wide for single doors and 60 inches to 72 inches for double doors. Historically, however, door sizes varied widely, reflecting architectural ...Read More
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World HistoryArticle0The Curious History of Love Potions
The idea of a love potion created to win the heart of an uninterested companion has been around for virtually as long as recorded history. While no one knows for…
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World HistoryArticle13What Was “Torpedo Juice” in World War II?
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World HistoryArticle395 Surprising Facts About St. Patrick’s Day
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World HistoryFact25Historians recently discovered a hidden fragment of the Bible.
As detailed in a 2023 research paper, an Austrian medievalist examining texts in the Vatican Library discovered an ancient fragment of the Book of Matthew, which had been hidden for…
