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European History

From empires to modern unions, explore European history's pivotal events that shaped a continent rich in heritage, culture, and global impact.

6 Monastic Marvels of Medieval Europe
6 Monastic Marvels of Medieval Europe

Visiting medieval monasteries in Europe is a great way to explore the continent’s past through architecture, striking settings, and intriguing stories that shaped entire regions.

What Happened to Anne Boleyn’s Iconic “B” Necklace?
What Happened to Anne Boleyn’s Iconic “B” Necklace?

The legend of Anne Boleyn lives on through her iconic “B” necklace, a symbol of her enduring influence and sharp-as-nails fashion sense.

9 Must-Visit World Heritage Sites in the Netherlands
9 Must-Visit World Heritage Sites in the Netherlands

From sunken islands to star-shaped forts, windmills to worker colonies, these Dutch UNESCO sites show how survival, design, and power shaped the Netherlands.

James II vs. William of Orange (Williamite War in Ireland)
James II vs. William of Orange (Williamite War in Ireland)

The Battle of the Boyne and the wider Williamite War pitted two rival kings in a conflict of European significance that still affects Ireland today.

An Overview of Russian Dynasties: From the Rurikids to the Romanovs
An Overview of Russian Dynasties: From the Rurikids to the Romanovs

Monarchs have ruled the modern-day country of Russia since the 8th century, giving way to two distinct dynasties.

The Nine Years’ War: The End of Gaelic Ireland
The Nine Years’ War: The End of Gaelic Ireland

The Nine Years’ War at the turn of the 17th century marked the end of the autonomy of the Gaelic lords in Ireland.

The Mystery of Hitler’s Right-Hand Man: What Really Happened to Rudolf Hess?
The Mystery of Hitler’s Right-Hand Man: What Really Happened to Rudolf Hess?

From a solo peace mission to a suspicious suicide in prison, many questions remain about the prominent Nazi Rudolf Hess.

5 Ways White Russian Émigrés Influenced French Culture
5 Ways White Russian Émigrés Influenced French Culture

The Russian Revolution caused a massive refugee crisis in 1920s Europe. Here’s how anti-Soviet émigrés impacted French culture from the Jazz Age to WWII.