World History Encyclopedia

Name: World History Encyclopedia
Rating: 4.9 (29 reviews)
Author: World History Foundation

By: World History Foundation App

Ancient Times to Modern Era

Overview

Version:

1.3.0

Last updated: 2026-09-10

Features & Capabilities

Explore the World History Encyclopedia, trusted since 2009 & recommended by Oxford University. Global expert-led history is now at your fingertips.

The official World History Encyclopedia app is built for history lovers and learners alike. We bring trusted, comprehensive global history from antiquity to the modern era straight to your fingertips with engaging articles, maps, illustrations and videos. Authored by humans, reviewed by experts.

VERIFIED HISTORICAL ACCURACY No clickbait, just real history. Every article in our library undergoes a rigorous academic-grade publication process and editorial review by historians. This ensures a reliable source for you to listen, watch or read. Whether you are a dedicated history enthusiast, a teacher seeking classroom resources, or a student researching a school project, we provide a verified companion for learning.

FOR THE HISTORY ENTHUSIAST Dive into comprehensive coverage of the epochs, events and personalities that shaped our world. Explore the philosophers of ancient Greece, the vast Roman Empire, the Age of Exploration, the Enlightenment, all the way to World War II. This app is filled with rigorous, detailed historical knowledge.

► Ancient Civilizations: Examine the daily life, religion, governance, and philosophy of Ancient Rome, Egypt, and Greece. ► Critical Historical Eras: Analyze defining turning points, from the maritime networks of the Age of Exploration to the global geopolitical impact of World War II. ► Historical Maps: Visualize shifting imperial borders, trade routes, and the physical expansion of empires through the ages. Understand the rise and fall of the Roman Empire, conquests of Napoleon, and shifting borders of Europe.

A GLOBAL PERSPECTIVE History is a tapestry of diverse cultures. We take a global approach, bringing you stories of civilizations from every corner of the earth.

► The Americas: Discover advanced social systems of the Aztec, Maya, and Inca, diverse Native American heritage and the complex history of the transatlantic slave trade. ► Africa: Uncover powerful West African kingdoms, vast empires of Ethiopia, and the rich heritage of Great Zimbabwe - moving beyond traditional narratives. ► Asia, India & the Pacific: Journey through ancient dynasties of China, the rich heritage of India, feudal Japan, and the settlements of the Pacific Islands. ► Ancient Egypt & the Middle East: Explore the Nile and Silk Road trade, the legacy of the Phoenicians, and the Ottoman Empire. ► Art & Culture: Trace the evolution of human creativity through our art history guide, image galleries, and detailed articles.

TRUSTED RESEARCH COMPANION Built for deep discovery, this digital encyclopedia is the perfect study guide for hobbies and school work alike. Find verified historical facts, maps and stories for homework and study sessions without the noise of unreliable search results. Partnered with UNESCO and the Open University, recommended by Oxford University.

► Find Answers Quickly: Use our robust search and AI-driven research assistant for instant, accurate answers to complex historical questions. ► Podcasts & Videos: Watch history come to life with integrated YouTube videos and listen to expert interviews via our official podcasts. ► Cite with Confidence: All content is academically vetted and peer-reviewed for your research. ► Offline Access: Download our library for personal study and read anytime, anywhere.

SUPPORT OUR MISSION World History Encyclopedia is a non-profit organization dedicated to improving history education worldwide. We are partnered with UNESCO and the Open University Institutions recommending our work include Oxford University and the School Library Journal. Our app is a window into our comprehensive website (https://www.worldhistory.org) and we offer a Membership program for dedicated supporters. Join us to fund free education and gain access to our monthly magazine and exclusive expert lectures.

CARRY THE WORLD'S HISTORY IN YOUR POCKET Download the official World History Encyclopedia app today and start your journey through the stories that shaped humanity.

User Growth & Download Statistics

App

By:

World History Foundation

Rating:

4.90

(29)

Version:

1.3.0 Last updated: 2026-09-10

Version code:

891075955

Creation date:

2026-03-16

Compatible devices:

Size:

120.00MB

URLs:

Website ,Privacy policy

Full description:

Source:

Apple Apps Store

Data ingested on:

2026-09-19

Compare stats and ranking:

Ranking

# 209,872 ▼ 236

Other rankings

#3 in history keyword 27

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Developed by:

World History Foundation

Apple Apps Store

https://apps.apple.com/us/app/world-history-encyclopedia/id6759783430

Website:

https://www.worldhistory.org/

User Reviews

Reviews consistently praise WHE for fast, authoritative history content with multimedia search, a vast, well-researched library, and features like saving articles for later. They also highlight strong teaching value and good mobile usability. No clear drawbacks are repeatedly noted.

Pros

Fast, convenient access to authoritative history content with multimedia search across articles, definitions, images, maps, and videos.
Large, unbiased, well-researched library spanning a wide range of topics.
Ability to save or bookmark articles for later reading.
Strong teaching value and classroom usefulness with cross-referencing and diverse resources.
Excellent mobile usability and readability on iPhone and iPad.

Cons

Recent reviews

This app presents WHE’s educational content in a fluid, intuitive, and engaging way. The resources provided are excellent for classroom use and lifelong learning, and the mobile-first design makes it easy to explore history wherever you go.

by He*****, 2026-07-05

I downloaded WHE for two reasons. I am a student and I also am a history buff. I love this app because I can learn so much about historical events and cultures I didn’t even know existed! Thank you WHE team! Have a lovely day.