Whether it's people, places or events which fuel "the news," the fabric of our lives is impacted by world events. This collection features stories from ancient to modern times.
British rule and the Irish Catholic Penal Laws lay the foundation for a disaster.
Ivan IV is a cruel murderer and an effective leader who strengthens Russia's stature at home and abroad.
The Barons remain steadfast in their beliefs about the Magna Carta, even though excommunication means they cannot participate in church services or ac...
After the surrender of Bataan, the Japanese force soldiers on a death march.
La Bete is an animal which resembles a wolf but is larger, with a huge jaw and spikes on her back.
Civil war is coming to Ireland as violence divides the country. On May 3, 1921, the country is partitioned in two.
General Kimura meets no resistance when the Japanese land in the Philippines; they enter Manila on January 2, 1942.
After arguments over everything from a crown to a set of black pearls, Mary and Elizabeth's tombs now rest side by side at Westminster Abbey.
The English put Joan on trial for witchcraft, sorcery, heresy and for wearing men's clothes; they believe a teenage girl cannot beat them in battle.
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