Considered to be one of the greatest French writers, Victor Hugo was a Romantic movement novelist, … The Life of Celebrated French Author Victor HugoRead more
European History
The Christmas Truce of 1914
In December of 1914, bitter battles were fought in the trenches along the western front of … The Christmas Truce of 1914Read more
5 Historical Christmas Foods Most People Don’t Eat Anymore
The human race has been celebrating the holiday of Christmas for a very long time – … 5 Historical Christmas Foods Most People Don’t Eat AnymoreRead more
Who’s Who?: Santa Claus, Saint Nick, and Father Christmas
There’s three main names that get thrown around a lot during the Christmas Season. You’ve got … Who’s Who?: Santa Claus, Saint Nick, and Father ChristmasRead more
Hitler’s Nephew; The One Who Fought For The Allies
It was a cold day in Long Island that January 1939 when William “Willy” Patrick Hitler … Hitler’s Nephew; The One Who Fought For The AlliesRead more
A History of Locusta, The Black Widow Of Rome
Roman history is as long as it is packed with meticulous detail. Over the centuries of … A History of Locusta, The Black Widow Of RomeRead more
The History Behind 3 of Our Most Beloved Christmas Traditions
Nothing says Christmas more than snow on the ground outside, a fire burning in the fireplace, … The History Behind 3 of Our Most Beloved Christmas TraditionsRead more
Feline Fine: The Historical Development Of Cats In Society
Love them or hate them, there’s no point in admitting that house cats belong anywhere else … Feline Fine: The Historical Development Of Cats In SocietyRead more
History’s Nutcases: Jemmy Hirst
Last time on History’s Nutcases, we talked about the famous Romantic poet, Lord Byron, whose life was characterized … History’s Nutcases: Jemmy HirstRead more
7 Amusing Facts About the Victorian Era
The Victorian Era was a time of change, of innovation, and of really strange social values. … 7 Amusing Facts About the Victorian EraRead more