History Crossword Puzzles

A collection of history related crossword puzzles to explore key historical events, figures, and themes. These puzzles range in difficulty and cover various historical periods, from ancient civilizations to modern history.

History crossword puzzles are a fun way to learn about different aspects of history. They can be enjoyed by people of all ages, and they are perfect for students who are studying world history. Have fun puzzling your way through world history! Let's find out how many history-related crosswords you can solve.

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The 1910s crossword puzzle
The 1910's

ruler of china until the last one was forced to abdicate in 1912, spanish (full name) killed 50 million people, the ban on alcohol in brought by the …

World War II Vocabulary crossword puzzle
World War II Vocabulary

germany, italy, september 2, 1945; marks japanese surrender to american forces, battle that was the turning point on the eastearn front of europe; …

1920s and 1930s crossword puzzle
1920s and 1930s

a group of people (workers) that had a hard time during the 1920s, the producer of many affordable cars, 1st state which allowed women to vote, small …

Charles Darwin crossword puzzle
Charles Darwin

a mechanism that darwin used to explain how evolution could happen, matched the shape of the beaks of the finches, an animal that hunts and kills …

The Roaring 20s crossword puzzle
The Roaring 20s

american composer, pianist, and leader of a jazz orchestra. this man is considered to be one of america's greatest composers, a 1920s slang term …

African American Inventors crossword puzzle
African American Inventors

invented the traffic light and gas mask, invented cosmetics for african-american women, george washington _ - discovered over 300 different uses for …

The Statue of Liberty crossword puzzle
The Statue of Liberty

she is located on _ island, the statue is made out of this, the statue was closed for one _ days after 9/11, there are 354 _ to the crown, she was …

Abraham Lincoln crossword puzzle
Abraham Lincoln

lincoln was president during the _ war, lincoln was opposed to _ , lincoln was famous for telling funny _ , type of hat lincoln wore, abraham lincoln …

All About Abraham Lincoln crossword puzzle
All About Abraham Lincoln

which amendment outlawed slavery?, who shot president abraham lincoln?, president abraham lincoln was the first president to have a _ , where was …

Age of Enlightenment crossword puzzle
Age of Enlightenment

this philosopher believed in the ideal of "natural rights", the philosopher who stated "i think, therefore, i am", the united …

Edgar Allan Poe crossword puzzle
Edgar Allan Poe

who is the narrator morning for?, what country does the cask of an amontillado take place?, how did poe make money in college?, why does montresor …

Agricultural Revolution crossword puzzle
Agricultural Revolution

modern day technology used to do work, a worker in a skilled trade, especially one that involves making things by hand, job in neolithic time that …

Earth History crossword puzzle
Earth History

numerous fishes, other sea life; many plants, first trees; wingless insects, oldest era; organisms developed hard parts, the process of change that …

Medieval Japan crossword puzzle
Medieval Japan

this mountain last erupted in 1708, the japanese bathe in these sometimes, why have a lot of the ainu people stopped practicing their traditional …

Ancient Rome crossword puzzle
Ancient Rome

a group of 6000 men in the roman army, a class of rich people in the roman empire, latin for 'slave', death by being tied or nailed to a …

Famous Inventors crossword puzzle
Famous Inventors

inventor of the light bulb, known for alternating current (ac) power, revolutionized car manufacturing with the assembly line, pioneers of the first …

African American History crossword puzzle
African American History

first person to refuse to give up her seat, first woman and first african american woman to hold rank of 4 star admiral, first african american heavy …

The Fall of Rome crossword puzzle
The Fall of Rome

these invaders, which were non-romans, included the germanic tribes from the north and mongol nomads from central asia, the diseases to which the …

History of the Métis People crossword puzzle
History of the Métis People

what was louis riel one of the founders of?, what language do métis people speak?, what were the charges against louis riel?, what is the belt like …

Declaration of Independence crossword puzzle
Declaration of Independence

the day that falls on july 4th - is a us holiday, this is what many people do in the usa on july 4th, day the usa celebrates its independence from …

The Industrial Revolution crossword puzzle
The Industrial Revolution

machine to draw out & twisted cotton fibres, a disease that causes diarrhea, the production of many products, cloth made by weaving/knitting …

War of 1812 crossword puzzle
War of 1812

where americans and the british were meeting to discuss peace, the british knew that these people would not be easily beaten, for twenty years britain …

World War Two crossword puzzle
World War Two

britain's failed attempt to put off world war ii, invasion of the soviet union by germany, intense bombing by germany against the uk during world …

Women in History crossword puzzle
Women in History

the longest-reigning queen and female head of state in the world, the first female to join the medical register of the general medical council, …

The Wright Brothers: First in Flight crossword puzzle
The Wright Brothers: First in Flight

_ was more outgoing than his brother, the wright brothers live in _ ohio, _ was quiet and a dreamer, kitty _ is now the name of the wright …

The California Gold Rush crossword puzzle
The California Gold Rush

a town that grew fast as a result of mining, deposit of sand mixed with gold near the surface, someone who explores an area for mineral deposits, the …

Titanic crossword puzzle
Titanic

many people thought it was, but on its first voyage it sank, 3500 bags of _ were lost, the iceberg was 100 _ tall, the company that made the titanic, …

Canadian Confederation crossword puzzle
Canadian Confederation

this province was named for queen victoria and prince albert's daughter, canada's only officially bilingual province, the last province to …

Ancient Greece crossword puzzle
Ancient Greece

a war believed to have started over a women's beauty, a fictional story similar to a legend, a form of government with a ruler or leader at the …

60s Decade crossword puzzle
60's Decade

civil rights leader and friend of muhammad, the king of rock and roll, first moon-walker, famous words from neil, addressed "for man", _ …

About History Crossword Puzzles

History related crossword puzzles feature clues based on important events, figures, and discoveries from history, making it a great way to learn and test your knowledge. From ancient civilizations to modern times, these puzzles take you on a journey through the fascinating world of history.

Themes, Categories and Topics

Here is an overview of what you might find in this collection.

  • Historical Figures: The puzzle may ask about famous people from different time periods. For example, clues could be about inventors like Thomas Edison or political leaders like Abraham Lincoln. Solving these clues helps you remember important people who shaped history.
  • Major Events: These puzzles can include clues about significant events such as wars, revolutions, or treaties. Clues might refer to things like "World War II battle" or "Declaration of Independence year." This helps reinforce your knowledge of key moments that have affected the world.
  • Historical Places: Some puzzles focus on important locations, like cities, countries, or landmarks. A clue might be "city of the ancient pyramids" (answer: Cairo) or "location of the first Olympic Games" (answer: Olympia). These teach you about places that have had a lasting impact on history.
  • Ancient Civilizations: There are often clues about ancient civilizations like the Egyptians, Romans, or Aztecs. You might find clues like "first emperor of China" (answer: Qin Shi Huang) or "ancient writing system of Mesopotamia" (answer: cuneiform).
  • Inventions and Discoveries: Crosswords may include clues about major scientific advancements, like "the man who invented the telephone" (answer: Alexander Graham Bell) or "discovered the laws of motion" (answer: Isaac Newton). These clues help reinforce the role of science and technology in history.
  • Fun Facts: History-related crosswords often include quirky or lesser-known facts. These could be about unusual historical events, odd inventions, or famous quotes. These fun facts make the puzzles more engaging and help players learn while they solve.

How to Download Crossword Puzzles?

  • Click on any of the crossword Puzzle from the list.
  • Simply print out the puzzle on paper or cardstock to get started.

Use a pencil or pen to fill in the blanks. If you get stumped, no problem! The answers are included with the puzzle.

How to Edit Crossword Puzzles?

You can create your own crossword puzzles, by starting from scratch or by editing the existing puzzle (click on the "Edit" button in puzzle details page). You can edit the title, header, font style, clues font size, and words list. You also have the ability to shuffle questions and puzzle size.