The praises of Alexander, transmitted by a succession of poets and historians, had kindled a dangerous emulation in the mind of Trajan.Continuing
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Roman Empire’s Extent and Defense
This series has nine easy 5-minute installments. This first installment: Stability of Roman Expansion During the Early Empire.IntroductionThe
Warbeck Executed
Today's installment concludes Perkin Warbeck's Rebellion,our selection from History of the Reign of Henry VII by Francis Bacon published in
Parkman Vol. 5, Chapter 20
He was greatly beloved by the humbler classes, who, days before his death, beset the château, praising and lamenting him. Many of higher station
Warbeck Captured
He was diligently examined and after his confession taken, an extract was made of such parts of it as were thought fit to be divulged.Continuing
From Scotland to Cornwall
When Perkin heard of the late Cornwall insurrection he began to take heart again and advised upon it with his council.Continuing Perkin Warbeck's
Warbeck in Flanders
The news hereof came blazing and thundering over into England that the Duke of York was sure alive.Continuing Perkin Warbeck's Rebellion,our
Continental Royals Further Conspiracy
Perkin thought himself in heaven now that he was invited by so great a king in so honorable a manner.Continuing Perkin Warbeck's Rebellion,our
Perkin Warbeck’s Rebellion
This series has six easy 5-minute installments. This first installment: Perkin’s Childhood.IntroductionSoon after his accession to the throne of