Life on Hadrian’s Wall How the Romans Survived on the Frontier of the Empire Hadrian’s Wall was a defensive wall with numerous fortifications running across the entire width of Northern England. Built under Emperor Hadrian’s orders in AD 122, the wall stretched...
5 short WW2 Survival stories 1. The Pianist’s Secret Refuge Władysław Szpilman, a Polish-Jewish pianist, survived the Warsaw Ghetto and Nazi occupation by hiding in the ruins of Warsaw. After narrowly escaping deportation to Treblinka, Szpilman went...
How did People Survive the Sinking of the Titanic The sinking of the RMS Titanic on April 15, 1912, is one of the most infamous maritime disasters in history. Known as the “unsinkable ship,” the Titanic’s collision with an iceberg and its subsequent...
The 20 biggest abandoned bunkers in the UK Here is a list of the 20 biggest abandoned bunkers in the UK, known for their historical significance, scale, or unique features. These bunkers span various periods, including World War II and the Cold War. While some remain...
Bushcraft winter foraging Few places on earth don’t have wild foods to forage, even if you don’t know how to find them. Foraging during the winter is the single most difficult time to find something to eat in the wild, as all the edible nuts, berries and...