14 Exceptional Weapon Systems from History That Were Ahead of their Time
The scope of ‘hi-tech’ designs is not just limited to our modern affairs. As it turns out, history has had its fair share of brilliant…
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History of the Crusades: Origins, Politics, and Crusaders
Introduction The Crusades of medieval times have rather proved to be a contentious subject matter, especially given its association with religious fanaticism. But beneath this…
Byzantine Army: Organization, Units, and Evolution
Popular notions tend to group the later Eastern Roman realm, or more specifically the Byzantine Empire, as a strictly medieval entity that encompassed Greece, the…
Hadrian’s Villa: The Breathtaking Imperial Palace Away From Rome
Interestingly enough, one of the greatest architectural marvels of the Roman empire in its apical stage (in 2nd century AD), was not actually constructed within the…
Reconstruction of Constantinople: From 4th to 13th Century AD
Introduction Historically, Constantinople was the largest and wealthiest city in Europe from the 5th to early 13th century AD. To that end, it was Emperor…
Battle of Hastings, 1066 AD: The Armies and Tactics of Normans and Anglo-Saxons
The Battle of Hastings fought on 14 October 1066, proved to be a pivotal event in the long run – with medieval continental Europeans gaining…
The Short History of the Luger Pistol
One of the first semi-automatic pistols ever produced, the Luger has become one of the classic firearms of the 20th century. This renowned firearm was…
Ancient Hittite Warriors: 10 Things You Should Know
Who Were the Hittites? The Hittites originating from Anatolia (corresponding to modern-day Turkey), carved out an empire (from circa 15th-13th century BC) that encompassed most…
Golden House of Rome: The Outstanding Palace of Nero
Introduction Beyond the scope of military triumphs, the Romans were known for both their architectural and engineering prowess. And sometimes such scopes of expertise even…
The Short History of Engagement Rings–From Rome to Now
It’s become common practice for those in love to share an engagement ring as a token of their commitment to the other. But when did…
