Sébastien Le Prestre de Vauban (1633–1707) was one of the most celebrated military engineers in European history, serving ...

Louis XIII of France (1601–1643), also known as "Louis the Just," was the King of France from 1610 until his death in 1643.

Charles VII of France (1403–1461), known as "Charles the Victorious" or "Charles the Well-Served," was one of the most ...

Charles X of France (1757–1836) was the last Bourbon king to rule France, reigning from 1824 to 1830. His reign marked a ...

At the end of the 13th century, the Crusader States were in their death throes; the West had lost interest, and the last ...

The Sixth Crusade (1228–1229) was notable for its unique approach, as it achieved significant results through diplomacy ...

October 1, 2024 Fifth Crusade (1217-1221) October 1, 2024 ...

Although individuals in major cities and urban regions benefit from continual connectivity and relatively fast data transfer rates made possible by broadband Internet and extensive cellular coverage, ...

During the Second Punic War, on August 2, 216 BC, Hannibal led the Carthaginians to victory in the Battle of Cannae, where they slaughtered at least 50,000 Roman legionaries serving under Republican ...

James Cook was born on October 27, 1728, in England. He joined the British Navy in 1755. Starting in 1768, James Cook embarked on a series of explorations. During his first voyage, from 1768 to 1771, ...

Explorer and Portuguese navigator of the 16th century, Ferdinand Magellan was the initiator of the first circumnavigation of ...