What precious gem was found to be plentiful in South Africa in the 1860's?

History Trivia / May 11, 2025

Diamond. Cecil Rhodes was the most famous miner during the South African diamond rush in the 1860's.

What basic right is provided by the 19th amendment to the Constitution?

History Trivia / May 10, 2025

Voting. The 19th Amendment says that no one will be denied the right to vote based on gender.

Which country was the only new member to join the EC in the 1981 enlargement?

History Trivia / May 10, 2025

Greece. Denmark joined the EC in 1973, and Spain and Portugal joined the EC in 1986.

What Roman general defeated Spartacus in 71 BC at the end of the Third Servile War?

History Trivia / May 09, 2025

Marcus Licinius Crassus. Spartacus was betrayed by pirates who agreed to take him to Sicily.

Who assumed power as Prime Minister of Libya in 1970?

History Trivia / May 09, 2025

Muammar Al-Gaddafi. Muammar Al-Gaddafi took over as ruler of Libya after a bloodless 1969 coup against King Idris I.

When did the Boeing 727 first enter service?

History Trivia / May 08, 2025

1964. The 727's first revenue flight was with Eastern Airlines on Feb 1, 1964.