In 1993, the Nobel Peace Prize was awarded jointly to F.W. de Klerk and who?

History Trivia / January 24, 2024

Nelson Mandela. De Klerk released Nelson Mandela from prison in South Africa.

Who invented the capacitor?

History Trivia / January 23, 2024

Alessandro Volta. The term "volt" was also named for Count Alessandro Volta.

How many life boats were on board the Titanic?

History Trivia / January 23, 2024

20. Sixteen wooden lifeboats and four collapsible Engelhardt boats were onboard the Titanic.

What type of plane did Richard Bong fly during World War II?

History Trivia / January 22, 2024

P-38 Lightning. Most Pictures of Richard Bong show him in the Cockpit of a P-38 Lightning.

Who was Truman's Vice-President?

History Trivia / January 22, 2024

Alben Barkley. Alban Barkley was Truman's Vice President from 1949-1953.

Which general led the American forces in North Africa during World War II?

History Trivia / January 21, 2024

Dwight D. Eisenhower. Over 275,000 German and Italian troops were taken prisoner after the Axis forces surrendered on May 13, 1943.