From having no standardized uniforms to having too colorful of uniforms, France has come a long way in its military attire.
Category: Europe
The Story of Shakespeare’s Theatre
William Shakespeare is well-known for his famous plays. Did you know about the theatre he once built, which was destroyed several times yet still stands today?
Pablo Picasso’s First Exhibition
When a young Picasso stepped into the art scene that day, nobody knew that he would become one of the greatest painters of all time.
The 11-Minute Applause
Clapping for eleven minutes nonstop may seem absurd. But when you realize who it was for, and the fear held within the audience, you may understand…
When Britain Financed An Invasion Against Itself
One time, the British funded an invasion against their own island. What’s even more interesting is that they may not have known about it.
The Story of Rasputin
Rasputin became a controversial faith healer with immense power over the ruler of Russia, until it all came crashing down.
The Sinking of Royal George
The sinking of Royal George has been called one of the worst maritime miscalculations in history.
The Story of HMS Britannia
From the front lines to training the next generation, HMS Britannia became an important ship for the Royal Navy.
Mysteries of Stonehenge
Within England lies an ancient monument that has left us with more questions than answers…
The Reign of Caligula
Rome’s first insane emperor, known as Caligula, ruled with an extremely hedonistic, hateful, and paranoid mind.