The Laws of Aethelbert The Laws of Aethelbert, also known as the Code of Aethelbert, were a set of laws promulgated by King Aethelbert of Kent in the early 7th century. They are considered to be one of the earliest written legal codes in Anglo-Saxon England, and they provide valuable insights into the legal and …
The Life of Lambert Simnel Lambert Simnel was an important figure in the history of England during the late 15th century. He is primarily known for his role in the “War of the Roses,” which was a series of civil wars fought between the House of Lancaster and the House of York for control of …
The Katyn Massacre – 1940 The Katyn Massacre, also known as the Katyn Forest Massacre, was a mass execution of Polish military officers and intellectuals by Soviet secret police in 1940 during World War II. The massacre remains one of the most controversial events of the war, with the Soviet Union denying responsibility for the …
The Life of Belisarius Flavius Belisarius was a Byzantine general who lived during the reign of the Emperor Justinian I in the 6th century AD. He was one of the most successful generals of the Byzantine Empire and is considered to be one of the greatest military commanders in history. In this blog, we will …
Who was Scipio Africanus? Scipio Africanus, also known as Scipio the Elder or Scipio Africanus Major, was a Roman general who played a crucial role in the Second Punic War against Carthage. He is considered to be one of the most skilled military commanders of the ancient world, and his victories over Carthage solidified Rome’s …
The History of Legion V Alaudae Legio V Alaudae, also known as the “Lark Legion,” was a Roman legion that existed from the late Republic period through the early Roman Empire. Origins and Early History: Legio V Alaudae was originally raised by Julius Caesar in 52 BCE during his Gallic Wars. The name “Alaudae” means …
The Ghetto at Stanislawow The ghetto in Stanisławów (now known as Ivano-Frankivsk) was a Jewish ghetto established by the Germans during World War II. Stanisławów was a city in southeastern Poland that was initially occupied by the Soviets as part of their co-operation with Nazi Germany to destroy Poland. The Soviet NKVD began the mass …
Timeline of World War II Welcome to our timeline of World War II. There were numerous events leading up to World War II before 1939. Here is is a brief overview: 1919 – The Treaty of Versailles is signed, officially ending World War I. The treaty imposes harsh penalties on Germany, including the payment of massive …