The Religious Landscape of the Druids
Iron Age religious rituals impacted little on the landscape. But archaeology offers tantalising clues to the spiritual beliefs and practices of the Druids.
Historical Views...
The Macabre Execution of the Duke of Monmouth
On July 15, 1685 the illegitimate son of King Charles II was beheaded in one of the more gruesome executions ever to take place...
Elliott O’Donnell, Ghost Hunter
The life and experiences of famed Irish ghost hunter and author Elliott O'Donnell.
Elliott O’Donnell was an Irish author and ghost hunter. Born on February...
The Reigning Royal Families of Europe
At present, there are twelve reigning hereditary monarchies in Europe: Belgium, Denmark, Great Britain, Lichtenstein, Luxembourg, Monaco, the Netherlands, Norway, Spain, and Sweden.
The Kingdom...
The Provisions of Oxford
The British Parliament's origins began with the Provisions of Oxford when the barons took control of the government, key appointments and reform of common...
The Magna Carta
The Magna Carta was originally intended as a peace treaty between the king and his barons, but it became the cornerstone of liberty in...
The Coronation of Edward II
Edward II's coronation was a major fiasco as the nobility deplored Piers Gaveston's organisational skills. It affected the Anglo-French alliance at the time.
Edward II’s...
Isabella I of Castile
The reign of Isabella I brought about the Golden Age of Spain, discovery of the New World and the Spanish Inquisition.
Isabella I of Spain...
Isabella and Ferdinand
Isabella and Ferdinand's reign heralded in a golden age and marked the beginning of Spain's modern history with the Reconquista, Christopher Columbus and the...
Der Führer and the Volkswagen
Hitler wanted German consumers to be able to afford a car. He promoted the idea of the Volkswagen (originally KdF Wagen) to the public...