5 of Savannah’s Lesser-Known Historical Events Since its founding in 1733 by General James Oglethorpe, Georgia’s First City has had the front row seat—and even taken center stage—in a number of historical events. From the Revolutionary and Civil wars to shining as the dreamy southernbackd...
This contribution records some little known facts concerning the earlier and most recent history of the Makapansgat hominid site. Some factors that have influenced this history are considered and a chronicle of the valley and its environs is provided. The impact of the historical determinants on ...
This was the premiere of the documentary film "The Sinking of the Lisbon Maru" -- which tells the story of a lesser-known WWII tragedy involving Japanese fascists and British prisoners of war (POWs) -- on the island, where it occurred. In October 1942, "Lisbon Maru," a cargo vessel r...
Comet Donati has two major distinctions that make it stand out in history. First, it is also known as “Lincoln’s Comet” because it was seen by the soon-to-be US president. When Lincoln observed Comet Donati in 1858, he was just a young Senate candidate from Illinois. Lincoln was sai...
The Lesser Known People Podcast dives deep into the craziest, most absurd, and most overlooked stories in history. From grimy criminals and rogue inventors to bizarre historical events and unsung lunatics, we bring you the wildest tales you’ve never heard, packed with brutal honesty, dark humor...
Stretching from the founding of the CPC to the takeover of old financial institutions and the establishment of the Renminbi’s status in the country’s financial market, the exhibition displays the main figures, activities and events in the CPC’s financial history in Shanghai, including the Chi...
Chinese travellers are seeking destinations beyond key capitals with a focus on lesser-known destinations Top outbound destinations are in APAC: Japan, Thailand, South Korea European long-haul travel is up almost 30%, with multi-destination trips above the global average length of stay. SHANGHAI...
day they’ve spent and you’re likely to hear a fascinating travel story set in some far-flung destination. So, while you may be wondering when we will be ready to travel again, or planning your 2021 vacation, we thought we’d provide some inspiration about lesser-known jewels of Europe...
Lesser Known Destinations Spark Travel Flows inEuropeandAsia With overtourism as one of the challenges for key destinations around the world, Chinese travellers have increasingly been drawn to quieter, off-the-beaten-path locations this Golden We...
If you’re looking to take a break from all the generic Hollywood films debuting in theaters and on streaming every week, and dip your toes into the realm of cinematic unorthodoxy, here are 15 awesome lesser-known movies with unconventional stories. ...