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While the main character usually gets all the fame, it was common for the so-called great conquering statesmen to have, by their side and under their command, a military genius who provided them with victories. For example, Napoleon had Davout and Suchet, among many others; Itzcóatl had Tlacaélel; P
As with all great centers of wealth like London and New York today, Venice glowed even as it slid into political and economic senescence; its residual riches continued to finance art, architecture, music and, though evanescent, a sense of authority and grandeur
The fearsome Japanese samurai, a legendary figure whose primary attribute was loyalty or honor, needs no introduction. He is strongly associated with the equally famous katana. The popular image of the samurai probably would appear wearing armor but certainly does not carry a shield. This figure, many assume, must have dominated medieval Japan. Yet is this samurai image accurate? Can it withstand sustained scrutiny? What was Japanese warfare really like 1000 years ago? In this article, I evaluate the key sources on medieval warfare in Japan, identifying the contributions of each and pointing o...
Mysterious Mongol Massacre (Season 3 Episode 3): Cosmic rays in Antarctica have experts stumped. Secrets in the Ice airs on Sky History at 9:00 PM, Monday 22 January. Cosmic rays in Antarctica have experts stumped
Famously bloodthristy, a genius commander and empire builder, Genghis Khan came to believe he was destined to rule the world. He all but succeeded.