Snorri Sturluson: Was he a hero or a traitor to Iceland?
Snorri Sturluson (1179-1241) was a remarkable figure in medieval Icelandic history, renowned for his contributions…
When the Romans Recklessly refused to pay the Huns the tribute they Owed
Background and Tensions The roots of this invasion can be traced back to the early…
The Last Days of Strongbow and his Escape from the Irish
The Setting: Ireland in 1176 In 1176, Ireland was a land in turmoil. The Norman…
Richard the Lionheart: The Warrior King
Richard I, also known as Richard the Lionheart or Richard Cœur de Lion, was one…
How A Frankish Merchant Became the First Slavic King
In the early 7th century, a remarkable event unfolded in Central Europe that would shape…
Why Modern Generals Still Study Genghis Khan’s Capture of Beijing
The Mongol capture of Beijing (Zhongdu) in 1214–1215 marked a pivotal moment in Genghis Khan’s…
Betrayal, Alliances, and Conquest: The Story of Tripoli’s Fall to the Crusaders
In the early 12th century, the Near East was a crucible of conflict and ambition…
The Heroic Last Stand of Roland at Roncevaux Pass
The Battle of Roncevaux Pass, fought on August 15, 778 CE, stands as one of…
From Warrior to Saint: How St. Columba Found His True Calling
Saint Columba, also known as Colm Cille (“Dove of the Church”), was a towering figure…
The Viking Sea-King of Dublin
In the tumultuous world of 9th century Ireland, few figures loom as large as Bardr…
Flann Sinna: Ireland’s Legendary Ruler Who Mastered Both Sword and Strategy
The rise and reign of Flann Sinna, High King of Ireland from 879 to 916…
St. Brigid: Ireland’s Fiery Arrow of Faith and Compassion
St. Brigid of Kildare, born in AD 450, stands as one of the most revered…
The Book That Changed Medicine
In the year 930 CE, the renowned Arab physician Abu Bakr Muhammad ibn Zakariya al-Razi…
Ivar the Boneless: The Fearsome Viking Who Defied His Disability to Conquer Kingdoms
In the annals of Viking history, few figures loom as large or as enigmatically as…
The Shocking Death of Saint Edmund: England’s First Patron Saint
Saint Edmund, King of East Anglia, is one of the most fascinating figures from England’s…
