Ancient History
How Cleopatra Really Looked, Really Died, and Where She Is Really Buried
Cleopatra is one of history's most famous figures - yet no one knows what she truly looked like, how she actually died, or where her body is buried. Here is what the real evidence says.
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History Explained
Did Vikings Wear Horned Helmets?
Almost certainly not. Archaeologists have found virtually no evidence that Viking warriors wore horned helmets in battle. The iconic image was largely invented in the 19th century by Romantic artists and opera costume designers. Real Viking helmets looked completely different.
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