Explore our ‘By Continent’ category, featuring meticulously researched articles that chronicle the unique historical events and figures that shaped each continent’s rich heritage.
In the volatile aftermath of the French Revolution and Napoleonic Wars, few figures traversed as improbable a path as…
In the chaos of the 12th century, when internal rivalries and Crusader states fractured the Islamic world, which occupied…
In July 1863, while the Union celebrated victory at Gettysburg, chaos erupted on the streets of New York City….
The Chinese dynasties form one of the world’s longest and most enduring political and cultural histories. Spanning more than…
Spartacus, a Thracian gladiator turned revolutionary, has endured in memory as a symbol of rebellion and defiance against oppression….
King Henry VIII of England is as famous for his six marriages as for his sweeping religious reforms. His…
John Luther “Casey” Jones was no ordinary railroad engineer. Revered by his peers for his unwavering dedication, remarkable timing,…
Ragnar Lothbrok, the semi-legendary Viking hero of saga and song, is remembered as a fearsome warrior, explorer, and king…
Ragnar Lothbrok, the legendary Norse warrior and king, left behind more than just a legacy of conquest—he fathered a…
A Viking Legend Takes to the Seas Ragnar Lothbrok stands among the most legendary figures in Viking lore, a…
