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?

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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.