At its height in the 15th century, Florence was ruled by the renowned Medici family renowned for their banking nous... more

The Renaissance was an age of sweeping transformation in politics, literature, science, art and architecture. Perhaps nothing better represents the... more

The Borgias are a lynchpin in the history of the Italian Renaissance. Their tale of intrigue, corruption and cut-throat ambition... more

The Viking Age saw the creation of new towns and new kingdoms in Britain and Ireland. What impact did Norse... more

Halloween is a tradition that only grows in popularity each year. Yet its origins are mysterious, shrouded by myth and... more

Viking Age Ireland was divided into many rival kingdoms. However, some men could rise to become High King of Ireland. Men... more

Today, we’ll study someone who was both a cause and a victim of the French Revolution: the cake-promoting queen, Marie... more

The Storming of the Bastille is one of the key events of the French Revolution and is known throughout the... more

Napoleon Bonaparte is a household name; a rare example of someone who is as well remembered by his supporters as... more

George Washington is perhaps the most consequential leader in the USA’s short history. Having demonstrated his leadership credentials as commander-in-chief... more