Harald Bluetooth: The Viking King Who Forged Denmark Through Conquest
Harald Bluetooth, the 10th-century Danish king, is remembered not only for unifying Denmark but also…
How Norman Warriors Became Mediterranean Kings
Origins of the Normans The Normans originated from the Viking settlers who arrived in the…
The Germanic Invaders of England – 2. The Angles
The story of the Angles and their invasion of Britain is a fascinating chapter in…
Resurrecting the Roman Empire
The Military Campaigns of the Byzantine Empire 527-564 Introduction The Byzantine Empire, also known as…
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,…
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…