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 Great Wall of China crossword puzzle
The Great Wall of China

all together it is about 13,000 mi. in length - almost 1/2 the length of the earth's _ , the gw extends to the border of north _ , contrary to …

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 …

Reformation Movement crossword puzzle
Reformation Movement

creator of model communes, women were fighting for this, abolitionist tried to end this, led prison reform, believer of emotions and intuition, …

Sumerian Civilization crossword puzzle
Sumerian Civilization

the worship of many gods, people who performed or led religious ceremonies, early form of written communication using picture symbols, long poems that …

Martin Luther King Jr. crossword puzzle
Martin Luther King Jr.

mlk, jr's most famous speech: "i have a _ ", name of the movement that sought to extend full equality to blacks (2 words), mlk, jr. …

Nazism and the Holocaust crossword puzzle
Nazism and the Holocaust

came into power in germany and lasted until 1945, building up of a country's armed forces, getting rid of something, money became extremely …

The Silk Roads crossword puzzle
The Silk Roads

this was the country that silk originally came from, these humped mammals were crucial for transporting goods, <blank> the great had conquered a …

Mayan Civilization crossword puzzle
Mayan Civilization

performed by priests to please the gods, the mayans lived in the southern part of this country, kings and nobles lived in this within the city, …

American Revolution crossword puzzle
American Revolution

_ warfare are sneak attacks, instead of meeting your enemy at a battle field, giving support and never giving up, colonists who wanted to remain as …

Industrial Revolution crossword puzzle
Industrial Revolution

economic activity concerned with the processing of raw materials and manufacture of goods in factories, the action of making or manufacturing from …

Womens History Trivia crossword puzzle
Women's History Trivia

the first black woman to refuse to give up her bus seat (last name only), the first lady that held all-woman press conferences (last name only), there …

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 …

Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. crossword puzzle
Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr.

dr. kind worked for _ ? (2 words), what month do we celebrate martin luther kind day?, city where dr. king was assassinated?, age dr. king was …

Mesopotamia crossword puzzle
Mesopotamia

monotheists believe in one of these, cuneiform was the world's first system of _ , hammurabi wrote the first system of _ , "surplus" …

The Mayans, the Aztecs and the Incas crossword puzzle
The Mayans, the Aztecs and the Incas

this writing system was believed to be the only complete writing system in mesoamerica, what type of system are hieroglyphics?, the incas built these …

Ancient India crossword puzzle
Ancient India

this hindu diety is "the creator"; half man and half woman, this god has 4 heads, this religion began in india in ancient times, and is …

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 …

The Mayas: Economic Organization crossword puzzle
The Mayas: Economic Organization

most mayans were _ by profession, this a fruit planted by the maya and enjoyed today in st. marten, mayan store rooms for harvested crops were located …

Roman Britain crossword puzzle
Roman Britain

the first roman general to lead troops into britain, the emperor who decided to invade in 43 ad, what claudius hoped to gain by invading, the queen of …

Causes of the English Civil War crossword puzzle
Causes of the English Civil War

king of england whose conflict with parliament led to the civil war, the body of government that opposed charles i during the english civil war, the …

World War One Causes crossword puzzle
World War One Causes

countries agree to defend each other if they are attacked from other countries, building empires/colonisation, _ of archduke franz ferdinand in june …

World War 1 (WWI) crossword puzzle
World War 1 (WWI)

front, front, german u-boats, germany lost its _ in africa and asia, agreement to stop shooting, luxury cruise liner sunk by german u-boats, this …

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 …

Esther crossword puzzle
Esther

ruled many provinces, mordecai persuades esther to assist, mordecai found out about the plot and told esther who is the, pur is to destroy or blank, …

1960s crossword puzzle
1960's

a movement that rejected traditional american values, what is the name for the highly flammable chemical dropped from us planes in firebombing …

Hitlers Rise to Power crossword puzzle
Hitler's Rise to Power

germany lost 13 percent of this, including the resouce rich ruhr valley. it is also the l in 'lamb', the systematic spreading of a idea or …

Geologic Time Scale crossword puzzle
Geologic Time Scale

a fossil that is useful for dating and correlating the strata in which it is found, it is the longest of the phanerozoic eras, lasting from 540 to 250 …

Maya Civilization crossword puzzle
Maya Civilization

the maya king and his nobles were carried from place to place in _ , a blanket worn around the shoulders of both men and women _ , the most important …

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", _ …

Renaissance crossword puzzle
Renaissance

florentine sculptor of david and painter and architect, pardon sins, buying and selling of a large quantity of goods, an italian astronomer, …

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.
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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.