The Irish Potato Famine and Its Impact on European History
The blight had devastating consequences on the island and beyond.
11 Books About World War II's Eastern Front
This brutal conflict killed more combatants than all other theaters of the war combined.
The Only Way Napoleon’s Enemies Could Beat Him Was by Not Fighting Him at All
A curious strategy of retreat was the only option left.
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30 Essential World War II Books That Examine Every Angle of the Conflict
From the Pacific theater to the coast of France, discover the greatest World War II books.
Isaac Newton's Historic Feud With a Conman
He was determined to take down William Chaloner, an audacious coiner.
Bagpipes Used to Be Classified as Weapons of War
These musical instruments weren't always considered harmless.
Trial by Cheese? Here Are 6 of the Craziest Medieval Ordeals
Some disputes were settled by innovative means, to say the least.
Balloonomania: 18th-Century Europe’s Obsession with Hot Air Balloons
Scientists and showmen alike tested the limits of the new invention.
6 Fossil Hunters Who Dug Up Clues From the Past
Their discoveries changed our perception of prehistory.
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Remembering Queen Elizabeth II, 1926—2022
Elizabeth II died peacefully after a historic 70 years on the throne.
8 Fascinating Facts to Know About the Wars of the Roses
We're taking a look at this series of influential English civil wars.
The First US Navy Destroyer Sunk by Enemy Fire Has Been Found
A century-old mystery has been put to rest.
The Storming of the Bastille: A Flashpoint of the French Revolution
Parisians united to attack this symbol of royal tyranny.
The Romanov Family Beyond the Royal Tragedy: 10 Facts You May Not Know
The Romanovs' historical relevance goes far beyond a midnight execution.
The Spanish Reconquista: Real Military Campaign or National Myth?
As it turns out, it's a bit of both.
