History
News, analysis, and features about historical events, dates, figures, and discoveries.
The Musical Confession of Composer Yulia Tsenova
A documentary film "Prayer on the Wall" presents the extensive creative journey of the remarkable Bulgarian composer, revealing her professional and personal history through stories of close colleagues and like-minded associates.
Billy Joel's Musical Epic: A Documentary Narrative by HBO
HBO presents a large-scale two-hour documentary film that reveals the intimate world of music legend Billy Joel through exclusive interviews and rarely seen archival footage.
The End of the Second Bulgarian Kingdom: The Ottoman Invasion of Tarnovo
On July 17, 1394, Ottoman troops definitively captured Veliko Tarnovo, placing a permanent point in the history of medieval Bulgarian statehood and marking the beginning of five centuries of foreign domination.
Epic Victory of Ivaylo: Devastating Defeat of Byzantine Forces at Devina
On July 17, 1279, Bulgarian rebel Ivaylo achieves a remarkable military victory, defeating superior Byzantine troops near the Devina fortress and changing the political landscape of the Second Bulgarian Empire.
A Bulgarian documentary reveals the secrets of the theater scene in the USA
An innovative Bulgarian documentary project "Ahab Was Here" will debut at a prestigious American film festival, revealing the creative processes behind the classic staging of "Moby Dick".
A documentary narrative reveals the hidden faces of Strandzha
The Bulgarian production company AGITPROP presents an innovative documentary film that explores the unique ecosystem and cultural heritage of one of the most preserved Bulgarian regions.
Bulgarian Documentary Triumph at an American Cinema Forum
Director Elitsa Petkova achieves international recognition with her innovative film "Silent Observers", which reveals social problems through a unique animal perspective.
Crushing Blow: Samuil's Army Falls at Sperchios
On July 16, 997, the Bulgarian troops suffer a crushing defeat by the Byzantine Empire, which becomes a key moment in the decline of the First Bulgarian Kingdom and predetermines the future of statehood.
Epic Experiment: The Birth of a Nuclear Superpower
On July 16, 1945, American scientists conducted a revolutionary scientific experiment in the New Mexico desert that changed the global military balance and marked the beginning of a new technological era.
Bulgarian Underwater Archaeology with Prestigious Recognition from UNESCO
The Ministry of Culture announced the upcoming official confirmation of the Underwater Archaeology Center in Sozopol as a UNESCO Category 2 institution, following a successful session of the World Heritage Committee.
Stefan Stambolov: The Statesman Who Transformed Bulgaria Towards European Horizons
On the eve of the 130th anniversary of his murder, Stefan Stambolov stands out as a key figure in Bulgarian history, whose statesmanlike vision transformed the national destiny and geopolitical orientation.
Varna artists revive a historical battle through an innovative comic book
A unique documentary comic presents the dramatic events of the Battle of Varna from 1444, combining artistic and scientific approaches in a large-scale cultural study.
Trifonov is preparing a large-scale documentary project for television
The established Bulgarian director Stanimir Trifonov enters a new creative stage, launching a large-scale documentary film, whose premiere is planned for autumn 2025.
European Union Commemorates Climate Victims
The second anniversary of the official day of remembrance was announced by the EU institutions as a sign of solidarity and fight against the global climate crisis, with a planned ceremony in Brussels in 2025.
Epochal Archaeological Breakthrough: Deciphering an Ancient Egyptian Code
A turning point in the history of archaeology marks the discovery of the Rosetta Stone in 1799, which later allowed a complete understanding of ancient Egyptian writing through a revolutionary linguistic analysis.