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Famous battles that changed the course of history, such as the Thirty Years' War. We have collected interesting stories, legends, and myths for you. Read more about the Templars, Gladiators or Hussite weapons.

Slaves, Thieves and Passionate Warriors. Who Were Roman Gladiators?

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When you hear the word “gladiator”, you might imagine the sexy, muscular Russell Crowe, taking down one enemy after another to the epic music of Hans Zimmer. Well, sorry to disappoint you. But the reality looked a little different. Join us on the…

A Quick Peek into the History of the Mysterious Order of the Knights Templar

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Some believe that the order still operates in secret today, others consider it to be history that ended in 1314. The Knights Templar Order is shrouded in many secrets, myths and conjectures. Read on to find out how and why it came into existence and…

How wild was the Wild West?

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Once Upon a Time in the West, The Magnificent Seven, The Good, the Bad and the Ugly, or Winnetou. The American Wild West has featured in thousands of films. This is where many European people have got their idea of life in the West. How far is…

Meet the Most Famous Witches in World History

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Models, scientists or even politicians. Much has been written about famous women who changed the world. We have decided to pay tribute to other remarkable ladies in world history. We have selected the 4 most famous stories of witches. Judge for…

King Arthur. A Fictional Legend or a Real Historical Character?

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Readers have been enthusiastic about the stories of King Arthur, Camelot Castle and the Knights of the Round Table for more than a millennium. While some are looking for evidence of its true existence, others believe that the legend was created by…

Joan of Arc - the Girl Who Saved France and Paid for Her Fame

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Joan of Arc heard the prophecies of the saints and fought for her homeland against the English to later face ecclesiastical court. For many, she still symbolises courage, faith and determination. What was her fate like?

General Saladin Was Respected by Muslims and Christians

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He was a generous monarch and a respected military leader that is how by soldiers and others talked about Saladin. In the twelfth century, he was one of the main figures in world events. The Muslim ruler was also recognised by Christians, partly due…

Living History, a New Phenomenon Travel Back in Time to Experience the World of Knights and Princesses

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Do you also sometimes wonder what it would be like to be born in the Middle Ages, for example? Fans of history know well that life in previous centuries was no bed of roses. Some of us still want to know and experience what it was like. So, what can…

The Thirty Years' War Changed Europe Beyond Recognition

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The Thirty Years' War could be described as the one of the largest armed conflicts, that spread devastation over much of Europe. It began in 1618 as the culmination of disputes between the Roman Catholic Church and Protestants. Everything was caused…

Ancient Rome, Unrestrained Passion for Pleasure, but Also Profound Suffering

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For the Romans, watching savage arena games related to unlimited drinking and enjoyment. However, the Roman people did not only lay foundations for games and public entertainment, but also for the development of the modern society. The famous…

Sword, the Most Valuable Viking Weapon

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People commonly associate the Vikings with violent savages raiding more civilized nations around them. Only a few people know that the Vikings were also established traders and craftsmen. The skills of some Viking blacksmiths were so extraordinary…

Templars

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Only a few orders have raised such enormous interest and intense emotions as the Order of the Templars. Both loved and hated, the Knights Templar had a gold poach in one hand and a sword blessed by the God of Christianity, in another. The primary…

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