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A 19th century CE engraving of Spanish Conquistador Hernán Cortés (1485–1547 CE) conqueror of the Aztec Empire in the early 16th century CE. (Book of America, R. Cronau)

The Ashvins (aka Asvini Kumaras) are two twin brothers of Hindu mythology, sons of the Sun god Surya. They may also be referred to as the ‘Horsemen’ and are forever young, handsome, and athletic.

The circular pyramid or temple mound of Cuicuilco, Mexico. Late Preclassic Period, after 500 BCE. The mound is 118 m in diameter and 23 m high.

The circular pyramid or temple mound of Cuicuilco, Mexico. Late Preclassic Period, after 500 BCE. The mound is 118 m in diameter and 23 m high.

Carving of a wheel on the 13th century CE Konarak Sun Temple (Konrak), Orissa, India. The temple was dedicated to the sun god Surya. There are a total of 12 pairs of wheels and the main shrine is shaped like a chariot...

A silver tetradrachm from Carthage. The female head has been identified by some historians as Dido (Elissa), the legendary founder of the city. Other historians identify the figure as the goddess Tanit (aka Tinnit...

This baked-mud brick was stamped with the name of king Ishme-Dagan; he was the 4th king in the First Dynasty of Isin and son of Iddin-Dagan. From Ur, southern Mesopotamia, Iraq. Isin-Larsa period...

This baked-mud brick was stamped with the name of king Warad-Sin, king of Larsa; reigned 1770-1758 BCE (short chronology) and possible co-regency with his father Kudur-Mabuk. The cuneiform inscriptions mention...

This baked-mud brick was stamped with the name of the Neo-Sumerian king Amar-Sin (also spelled Amar-Suen; his name was previously misread as Bur-Sin). The cuneiform inscription mentions the king's making...

This baked-mud brick was stamped with Akkadian cuneiform inscriptions. The text mentions the name of the Kassite king Kurigalzu and records the building of a temple to Bel. From Dur-Kurigalzu (modern-day...