The Plague of Justinian In the year 542 AD, a catastrophic event unfolded that would forever alter the course of Byzantine history. The Plague of Justinian, named after the reigning Byzantine Emperor Justinian I, swept through the Eastern Roman Empire, leaving a trail of death and destruction in its wake. Origins and Spread The Plague …
French Air Attacks on Gibraltar during World War II The strategic importance of Gibraltar during World War II cannot be overstated. Its location at the southern tip of the Iberian Peninsula provided a gateway to the Mediterranean Sea and was a crucial link between Britain and its colonies in Africa. While Gibraltar primarily faced threats from …
5 Amazing Byzantine Sites to Visit in Istanbul 1. Hagia Sophia The Hagia Sophia is a magnificent monument that has stood for centuries. It has a rich history, from being a church to a mosque and now a museum. The Hagia Sophia is one of the most visited tourist attractions in Turkey, and it is …
Morrigan – Goddess of War, Fate and Death Morrigan, also known as the “Great Queen” or the “Phantom Queen,” is a powerful figure in Irish mythology. She is a goddess of war, fate, and death, and is associated with both the land and the sky. Morrigan is often depicted as a shape-shifter, able to transform …
The History of Legion XX Valeria Victrix The Roman Legion Valeria Victrix, also known as the ‘Valiant and Victorious Valerian Legion’, was one of the most famous and successful legions in the Roman army. The legion was originally founded in 101 BC by the Roman consul Gaius Marius, and it continued to serve the empire …
The Black Death in England The Black Death, also known as the Bubonic Plague, arrived in England in 1348 and is estimated to have killed between one-third to one-half of the population within the first two years of its arrival. This catastrophic event had a profound impact on the social, economic, and political landscape of …
The Gods and Goddesses of Ancient Greece The Greek pantheon is a complex and diverse system of gods and goddesses that played a central role in ancient Greek religion and mythology. Here is an overview of the major deities in the Greek pantheon: Zeus – King of the GodsZeus is one of the most powerful …
An introduction to the Celts The Celts were a group of people who lived in Europe during the Iron Age and Medieval Periods. The Celts first appeared in around 1200 BC and by 1000 AD were increasingly marginalised as a people and culture. 1200 BC: The earliest evidence of Celtic culture appears in archaeological sites in …