The Treaty of Verdun (843): The Foundation of modern france and germany
Background The Carolingian Empire, established by Charlemagne, was one of the most powerful entities in…
The Muslim Conquest of the Iberian peninsula
The Prelude: A World in Flux The Iberian Peninsula, prior to the Muslim invasion, was…
William the Conqueror: The Man Who Changed England Forever
Early Life and Rise to Power William the Conqueror, originally known as William the Bastard,…
Vikings vs Anglo-Saxons: The Battle of Stamford Bridge
The Battle of Stamford Bridge, fought on September 25, 1066, stands as one of the…
The Epic Showdown That Ended Viking Rule in Ireland
Battle of Clontalf (1014) The Battle of Clontarf, fought on Good Friday, April 23, 1014,…
Anglo-Saxon Culture in Britain
Not simply a warrior society The End of Roman Britain As the 5th century dawned,…
The clash that halted the spread of Islam in Europe
Battle of Tours (732) The Battle of Tours, also known as the Battle of Poitiers,…
‘vandalism’: The Final Sacking of Rome 455CE
Background In the mid-5th century, the Western Roman Empire was engulfed in political chaos. The…
How the Visigoths slipped through a gate to capture mighty Rome
The Second Fall of Rome: 410 AD The Visigoths, a Germanic tribe, had been pushed…
390 BCE: The First Sacking of Rome
How a flock of geese saved Rome The Gauls In the summer of 390 BCE,…
The Invasion That Made Romans Tremble: The Huns Attack Europe
The Huns, a nomadic group originating from Central Asia, are best known for their dramatic…
The Day That Changed England Forever: The Battle of Hastings
The Battle of Hastings, fought on October 14, 1066, is one of the most pivotal…
The Age of Migrations
The Migration Period (circa 300 to 600 AD), also known as the Barbarian Invasions, was…
Why the Dark Ages weren’t so dark
Despite its name, the Dark Ages were not entirely dark and saw significant cultural and…
How 4,000 Vikings Held an Entire City Hostage
The Viking raids on France, particularly during the 9th century, were a series of dramatic…