March History Blog Carnival is up and using a Winter Olympics theme. Very creative!Yes, I know. I missed it. Too busy with taxes to product much
Herodotus Book I, Verses 83-90
The Persians defeat Croesus and conquer his kingdom.Translated by George C. Macaulay -- our special project presenting the complete Herodotus
Pyrrhus Attacks Rome
This series has five easy 5 minute installments.IntroductionThe Romans, in B.C. 290, had conquered the Samnites and this extended the Roman
Introduction to Churchill’s World
Years ago, I began writing a book:CHURCHILL’S WORLDStories of the world during the time Winston Churchill lived in it: 1873 to 1965.This is
Easy Quiz
Q: How long did the 100 Years War last?A: 116 years, from 1337 to 1453.Q: What was King George VI's first name?A: Albert. He respected Queen
Battle of Saratoga – 6
Today's installment concludes Battle of Saratoga,our selection from Fifteen Decisive Battles of the World by Edward Creasy published in 1851.If
Battle of Saratoga – 5
Burgoyne's column had been defeated, but the action was not yet over.Continuing Battle of Saratoga,our selection from Fifteen Decisive Battles of
Battle of Saratoga – 4
Burgoyne now halted again and strengthened his position by field-works and redoubts; and the Americans also improved their defenses.Continuing
Herodotus Book I, Verses 75-82
Cyrus, having gathered his own forces and having taken up in addition to them all who dwelt in the region between, marched to meet