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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.

Neolithic Wonders Along the Scottish Coastline
Neolithic Wonders Along the Scottish Coastline

Scotland’s windswept coast hides some of Europe’s oldest secrets: stone villages, burial chambers, and eerie circles that still hold stories from 5,000 years ago.

Was Anne Boleyn the Wife King Henry Loved Most?
Was Anne Boleyn the Wife King Henry Loved Most?

Anne Boleyn is remembered as the second wife and queen of King Henry VIII. Should she also be remembered as the love of his life?

The Adventurous Life of Marquis de Lafayette (Orphan, Soldier, Statesman)
The Adventurous Life of Marquis de Lafayette (Orphan, Soldier, Statesman)

Orphan, soldier, statesman—these are just a few of the many roles that Marquis de Lafayette is remembered for in his life, which was full of adventure and impact.

The History of Neutral Moresnet, Europe’s Forgotten Micronation
The History of Neutral Moresnet, Europe’s Forgotten Micronation

Neutral Moresnet was a micro-nation located on the border triangle between Belgium, the Netherlands, and Germany between 1816 and 1919.

Marquis de Lafayette: 12 Details About “The Soldier’s Friend”
Marquis de Lafayette: 12 Details About “The Soldier’s Friend”

An impactful figure on General Washington’s staff and later a player in the French Revolution, the Marquis de Lafayette was involved in some of history’s most fascinating events.

Alix of Hesse, the Tragic German Princess Who Became the Last Tsarina
Alix of Hesse, the Tragic German Princess Who Became the Last Tsarina

Born a princess with seemingly endless opportunities ahead of her, Alexandra of Hesse-Darmstadt unwittingly found herself on a path of destruction.

How France Overthrew Its King (Again) in the July Revolution of 1830
How France Overthrew Its King (Again) in the July Revolution of 1830

In 1830, a second French Revolution, also known as the July Days, overthrew King Charles X and saw the rise of the French bourgeoisie.

How the Sans-Culottes Became the French Revolution’s Radical Fighters
How the Sans-Culottes Became the French Revolution’s Radical Fighters

In the 1790s, the Sans-culottes became one of the leading forces of the French Revolution.