Pests That Changed History Photo Gallery and related media
Pests That Changed History
Rattus Rattus, the Black Rat
Besides terrorizing many a rodent-phobe, rats have served as vehicles for various human diseases throughout history. Along with fleas, they have been responsible for numerous outbreaks of the bubonic plague.
Related Photo Galleries (1)
-
Pests That Changed History
Pests That Changed History(9 Photos)
9 Photos
From the rats that unleashed the Black Plague on 14th-century Europe to the mosquitoes that continue to infect millions with malaria each year, these pesky creatures have played a decisive role in shaping human history.
Related Videos (5)
-
Tunnels of War
Tunnels of WarVideo Clip (4:16)
Video Clip (4:16)
Tunnels have been used to secure a strategic advantage in battles throughout history.
-
Mankind in 2 Minutes
Mankind in 2 MinutesVideo Clip (2:12)
Video Clip (2:12)
Experience the story of Mankind in 2 Minutes.
-
Mankind Decoded Sneak Peek
Mankind Decoded Sneak PeekVideo Clip (5:03)
Video Clip (5:03)
Check out a sneak peek of the upcoming series Mankind Decoded.
-
The Black Death and the Byzantine Empire
The Black Death and the Byzantine EmpireVideo Clip (3:32)
Video Clip (3:32)
Byzantine Emperor Justinian's plans to reunite the Roman Empire are thwarted by an unlikely foe.
-
NORAD
NORADVideo Clip (4:58)
Video Clip (4:58)
NORAD, The North American Aerospace Defense Command, was a fortress-like building used during the Cold War to coordinate the nation's response to a nuclear attack. Can anything bring down a complex that was built to withstand a nuclear explosion?
Most Popular Videos on History.com
-
Attack on Pearl Harbor
(1:49)
Newest Videos on History.com
-
Vietnam in HD Preview
(2:00)
-
Two For the Road
(1:48)
-
HISTORY says Thanks
(2:47)
Shop HISTORY
-
9/11 10th Anniversary DVD Set
Exclusive. History commemorates the 10th anniversary of the attacks on New York’s World Trade Center with three new special programs.
$37.99
Buy Now
Email Updates
Keep up with the latest History shows, online features, special offers and more.
Sign up
