Pope Day - Boston

In the mid-1700s, the 5th of November was one of Boston’s most popular holiday. Check out this website to learn more about the history of it: 5th of November in Boston.

The blog Boston1775 also has some great information about this day too.

Dawn of Discovery Review

Recent review of the video game Dawn of Discovery. Great game for those who love city building, with a heavy emphasis on trade and micromanagement. Not your typical game based in the 21th Century, but this city-building game takes you to the 14th Century...Certainly worth a try.

Battle of Bosworths - Start Your Tudor Engine

Lost to history was thought to be the location of the Battle of Bosworths, which saw the death of Richard III and ushered in the Tudor dynasty. But recently a team of historians and archaeologist, believe they have found the site. Learn more here.

King Arthur and not King Henry?

This year has seen the 500th anniversary of Henry VIII's accession, but few people probably know he wasn't the original heir to the throne. His brother, Arthur was first in line and it was Arthur's wife who Henry married first (Catherine of Aragon).

Interesting article asking the question how would Tudor England turned out had Arthur been King and not Henry?

Comments are welcomed!

Queen Mary's Last Letter

The last letter written by Mary Queen of Scots is to go on display for the first time in 30 years. The 422-year-old manuscript – written six hours before her execution – will be unveiled at the National Library of Scotland later this month.

During Queen Mary's few remaining hours, she penned one last letter to King Henri III of France. One interesting tidbit of information from the letter is that she asks King Henri to pay the wages of her servant. To read the letter click here

Thaddeus Kosciuszko - American Revolution War Hero

Lafayette and Baron von Steuben are two well known historical figures who had a large impact during the America Revolution. But they weren't the only foreign soldiers helping to win America's freedom. Thaddeus Kosciuszko, a Polish soldier with a background in engineering made several significant contributions to the war effort. From creating the under water obstacle chevaux de frise, to helping to draft the strategy for the battle of Saratoga, he is one of the lesser known heroes of the war. Read more about his accomplishments here and why Thomas Jefferson called him "as pure a son of liberty as I have ever known.”

3,700 year old wall found in Jerusalem

A city of long lost ancient treasures continues to surface more undiscovered wonders. Archaeologist digging in Jerusalem have found a wall that dates back 3,700 years ago. It is the oldest example of a fortification found in the city. The wall dates back to 17th Century B.C. at a time when Jerusalem was a small town populated by the Canaanites. Learn more here

German ace Werner Mölders and Vierfinger or “finger four” formation

During WWII pilots were still trying to figure out what is the best tactic to use during dogfights. The lone wolf tactic wasn't helpful because it usually turns into a 2v1 contents; the tight formation and everyone for themselves doesn't work because again its easy to be 2v1. But during the war German ace Werner Mölders figured out the "finger four" formation. Even though it is up for debate as to who was the first person to actually create it, there is no doubt how important this aviation tactic has become.

Fragments of an Emperor Augustus statue found in Germany

Fragments of a statue depicting Augustus, the Roman Emperor, were found in Germany. While Roman artifacts are nothing new, archeologist believe, “There has never been a find of such quality and preservation in Germany,” a statement from the ministry said, adding that it was a “sensational” discovery.

Sunken Pirate Ship - Whydah

You hear so much about pirates in the age of sail, but rarely do we hear about pirate shipwrecks. The pirate ship Whydah is the exception. From the expeditions website:

"The Whydah was the first pirate shipwreck to be positively identified, and, nearly a quarter of a century later, remains the only pirate shipwreck whose identity is unquestionably authenticated."

The Whydah lies off the coast of Cape Cod and is still providing treasures 25 years after its discovery.