Trivia Question: The contras were paramilitary rebels who operated primarily in what country? Answer: Nicaragua The contras were extremists who wanted to topple Nicaragua’s socialist government and install a military dictatorship. Despite the contras’ violent and authoritarian goals, the U.S. backed them. Historically, the contras are just one such group that was supported by American … Read more

Trivia Question: The Commonwealth is a league of nations that used to be controlled by what colonial power? Answer: The British Empire The Commonwealth’s authority centers on the U.K. In fact, some of the Commonwealth’s member countries are still directly ruled by Commonwealth officials who all-but answer to the British government. Originally, this union of … Read more

Trivia Question: What does the French phrase Notre Dame translate to in English? Answer: Our Lady Notre Dame often refers to Mary, the mother of Jesus Christ. Paris’s famous Notre Dame Cathedral is one of the most famous sites dedicated in her honor that employs this phrase. Click Here To Take Today’s History Quiz   … Read more

Trivia Question: Was the Hundred Years’ War longer or shorter than 100 years? Answer: Longer In total, the Hundred Years’ War lasted for 116 years. Simply calling it the Hundred Years’ War is just easier, though. Click Here To Take Today’s History Quiz   Yesterday’s “Trivia Question of the Day”