Leaders in History Articles

Everyone should know the stories of these legendary women.

From an odd use of mummies to the man who survived two atomic bombings.

This little-known figure had a short but fascinating life.

This cavalry regiment was celebrated for its role in the Spanish-American War.

Did he liberate the people, or brutally oppress them?

What goes on behind closed doors?

He spent years with an up-close look at what it's like to rule Britain—and now the responsibility rests on his shoulders.

Closing the gap between fact and fiction.

The prime minister was also a prolific writer and historian.

There are two sides to every story...

Explore the lives of people who had a large impact on their nation and the world.

He was determined to take down William Chaloner, an audacious coiner.

Attempts to destroy her legacy have been unsuccessful.

Russia's last empress overthrew her own husband.

Elizabeth II died peacefully after a historic 70 years on the throne.

He was instrumental in ending the Cold War.

He led the bloodiest civil war in world history.

They're impossible to forget.

From Constantine the Dung-Named to Charles the Bald.

Sudden and illegal seizures of power have the capacity to change world history.