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Louis of Anjou and the Second House of Naples
Louis of Anjou was the founder of the second house of Anjou in Naples. He was adopted by the celebrated Joan of Naples, apparently...
End of the Battle of Poitiers
The Battle of Poitiers, fought on September 19, 1356, was one of the most remarkable events of the Hundred Years’ War. Even though the...
Ransoming the Prisoners
After the supper, every soldier returned to his lodging, taking the prisoners they had captured with them. That same night, many of the prisoners...
The English Archers Gain Advantage
On the battlefield, the English archers played a decisive role. Their arrows flew so thickly that the French soldiers did not know which direction...
Chaos in the French Marshals’ Battle
As the battle unfolded, the French marshals’ forces faced serious difficulties. Many of their horses panicked under the hail of arrows, falling on their...
Sir James Audley and the Courage of the English Knights
Sir James Audley was known as a wise and valiant knight, respected by all in the English army. The day before the battle, much...
Introduction Focus of Old Histories
In many old historical writings, the progress of ordinary people was not seen as very important. Historians of past ages often paid more attention...
Problems with Too Many Subdivisions in History
In many historical works, the structure of the narrative is very important. A clear and continuous structure helps the reader stay interested and understand...
The Problem with Traditional History Writing
Many historical essays focus mainly on kings, heroes, and great events, but they often forget the daily life of ordinary people. This section of...
The Promise to the Victor
At the end of the letter to the church in Thyateira, St John records a powerful promise made by Christ:
“To the one who is...
