From her shocking affair to her alleged treachery against the crown, Penelope Rich lived her life on the edge—right to the bitter end.
A Complete Unknown painted Pete Seeger as a villain in Bob Dylan’s story—but the truth is so much more explosive than what the film portrays.
Sophia of Hanover was truly the mother of modern England—so much so that her descendants still have claim to the British throne.
Margaret of Austria was one of the most inspiring women in history—but a simple shard of glass sparked the beginning of the end.
Catherine of Valois lived a scandalous life marked by secret marriages, forbidden loves, and a legacy that reshaped royal history.
Marie Joséphine of Savoy was born into a world where royalty reigned supreme. However, during her life, France fell into a bloody revolution.
Many people associate Spartans with dramatic stories and larger-than-life portrayals, but much of that image is shaped by modern media. In reality, Sparta was a complex society built on strict discipline, communal living, and unique cultural values. Their way of life set them apart from other Greek city-states, emphasizing order, simplicity, and collective identity.
Alan Turing had a brilliant mind and played a key role in breaking the Enigma code during WWII—but his ultimate fate is one of history's greatest tragedies.
Mary FitzRoy’s family came up with a disturbing plan to keep her in the good graces of King Henry VIII, but she got the last laugh when they were arrested for treason.
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