The Battle of Bannockburn was one of the most significant military clashes fought between the Kingdoms of Scotland and England. Occurring between the 23rd and 24th of June 1314, it was the battle to culminate the First War of Scotland Independence. The war had begun 18 years prior when King Edward I of England invaded…
Castles are a cornerstone of human history and a testament to the length that we will go to in order to protect ourselves and our communities. We have been building castles and forts for a long time, and as technology and science developed, we improved and innovated existing designs in an effort to stave off…
Given the numerous conflicts that characterized the Medieval era in England, it is notable that the Battle of Towton is often considered one of the country’s most significant battles. Fought on March 29th 1461, the battle saw the English Houses of Lancaster and York pitted against each other in a brutal feud over the crown…
Prague Castle was originally constructed in the 9th century in the Czech Republic and served as the president’s official seat. During Prague Castle’s history, it was also the seat for Holy Roman Emperors, and kings of Bohemia. At around 570 meters in length, it is recorded as the world’s largest ancient castle, and Prague Castle’s…
Iraq is commonly known as the cradle of civilization, which comes as no surprise considering how many of the oldest artifacts, structures, and ancient civilizations can be found there. One of the most popular monuments ever discovered in this part of the world is the Ziggurat of Ur. If you’ve never heard of it, we’ve…
One of the Seven Wonders of the Ancient World was the Mausoleum at Halicarnassus, and it acted as the Tomb of Mausolus. You may have several questions about this gorgeous marvel of the ancient world, and those questions will be answered. Questions such as “where was the Mausoleum at Halicarnassus built?,” “what were the Mausoleum…
Paris is undoubtedly one of the most beautiful places in the world, especially if you’re looking for a romantic getaway! There are many sites to see around the city, and even more history and culture to immerse yourself in. One of the most historic locations is the triumphal arch in Paris, known as the Arc…
On the 14th of October 1066, one of the most significant battles in English history would occur, the outcome of which would forever reshape the socio-political landscape of Medieval England. Fought between the Anglo-Saxon army of King Harold of England and the Norman-French army of Duke William II of Normandy, the Battle of Hastings sought…
The Battle of Crécy was one of the most pivotal clashes to have occurred during the Hundred Years’ War. This was the discontinuous conflict fought between the English and their French neighbors for little over a full century. Lasting from 1337 AD to 1453 AD, the war was fought on both military and political lines,…
During the medieval period, spanning between 1337 AD – 1453 AD, feudal England and neighboring France were locked in the long discontinuous conflict we now know as the Hundred Years’ War. One particularly decisive victory to have occurred during this time was claimed by the English; fought on muddy French soil near the town of…
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