Who Was Akbar the Great? Liberal or Heretic
During Akbar's reign, India became “an abode of peace”, but his rule was not without controversy.
Pictish Culture: Art, Mythology, Attire
The ancient Picts of Scotland were far more sophisticated than previously believed.
The Merovingian Dynasty: Were They Actually “Weak”?
The rise and fall of one of the most fascinating royal dynasties of the middle ages.
What Was the Blitzkrieg? Auftragstaktik Beyond Warfare
“Lightning war” and how businesses found inspiration in management principles that originated from Blitzkrieg
The Legalization of Christianity by Constantine the Great
How one fateful event ignited Rome's conversion to Christianity.
Margery Kempe: Mad, Mystic, Human
Margery Kempe, a Medieval mystic, continues to be captivating to this day for her intense religious visions.
What Is the Sutton Hoo Burial? A Ship in a Sea of Grass
At the onset of WW2, a widow teamed up with an archeologist and found remarkable treasures on her land.
Who Was Eleanor of Aquitaine? Queen, Mother, Strategist
Born in an age when men ruled, Eleanor of Aquitaine was an accomplished leader in her own right.
Contemporary Activist Artists: 3 Notable Examples
These “activist” artists challenge us to reconsider the role of art in shaping historical narratives.
Justinian I’s Legacy and the Code of Justinian
How has a legal code from nearly 1,500 years ago shaped today's global legal landscape?