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Interesting Historical Facts

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.

The History of Crusades - Part 1: The Conquest of Jerusalem and The Rise of Knightly Orders

Interesting facts of the past

The Crusades were one of the most important events of the medieval period. The Crusades were a series of religious wars against Muslims, pagans, and heretics. The Crusading movement prepared ground for the creation of various knightly orders –…

Three Musketeers vs. Real Musketeers

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Athos, Porthos, Aramis and d'Artagnan. In most people, those names invoke the image of brave swordsmen with ostrich feathers in their hats, rather than the image of infantrymen with several bottles of gunpowder at their waist. But the latter image…

Czech Illuminated Manuscripts

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If the words medieval history make you feel curious and excited, you will most definitely love our article on Czech illuminated manuscripts. They are covered in gold, coloured paint as well as mystery.

Julius Caesar, a Crafty Military Leader and a Prominent Figure of Antiquity

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Let's travel back to the times of deep Antiquity, the times of Pythagorean theorem, Spartacist uprising and the birth of Cleopatra, the second daughter of the Egyptian king Ptolemy XI. In those times, one of the most powerful leaders in history…

Tyranny as Well as Golden Age. Who Were the Tudors?

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Henry VII of the Tudor dynasty became the king of England in 1485. England at that time was troubled by civil wars, but it began to flourish again after the Tudors came to power. Who restored stability in England as well as its undying glory? Read…

The White Wolf, the Butcher of Blaviken. Who Was Geralt of Rivia?

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Prepare a potion for yourself and light a candle using the Igni sign. Make yourself comfortable and travel with us to the old keep of Kaer Morhen! This is where it all begins, the journey of the Witcher, a “freak” and a “mutant” who lives to kill…

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?

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