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From empires to modern unions, explore European history's pivotal events that shaped a continent rich in heritage, culture, and global impact.

How Gutenberg’s Press Sparked a World-Changing Revolution
How Gutenberg’s Press Sparked a World-Changing Revolution

The invention of the Gutenberg Press in the mid-15th century started an irreversible change in how information was produced, distributed, and accessed.

How the Roman Aeminium Became Coimbra, One of Portugal’s Oldest Cities
How the Roman Aeminium Became Coimbra, One of Portugal’s Oldest Cities

Coimbra, once known as Aeminium by the Romans, is one of the oldest cities in Portugal and home to the first Portuguese university.

How the Great Fire of London in 1666 Completely Transformed the City
How the Great Fire of London in 1666 Completely Transformed the City

Read on to learn all about one of the greatest disasters in London’s history: the Great Fire of London in 1666.

How the Plantation of Ulster Transformed Irish Society
How the Plantation of Ulster Transformed Irish Society

A concerted colonial policy to pacify a once rebellious region, the Plantation of Ulster, had a transformative effect on Ireland and the British Isles.

Was Anne Boleyn the Wife King Henry Loved Most?
Was Anne Boleyn the Wife King Henry Loved Most?

Anne Boleyn is remembered as the second wife and queen of King Henry VIII. Should she also be remembered as the love of his life?

The History of Neutral Moresnet, Europe’s Forgotten Micronation
The History of Neutral Moresnet, Europe’s Forgotten Micronation

Neutral Moresnet was a micro-nation located on the border triangle between Belgium, the Netherlands, and Germany between 1816 and 1919.

Marquis de Lafayette: 12 Details About “The Soldier’s Friend”
Marquis de Lafayette: 12 Details About “The Soldier’s Friend”

An impactful figure on General Washington’s staff and later a player in the French Revolution, the Marquis de Lafayette was involved in some of history’s most fascinating events.

How the Flight of the Earls Changed Irish History Forever
How the Flight of the Earls Changed Irish History Forever

The Flight of the Earls marked the end of the Gaelic order in Ireland and the beginning of a turbulent time for the native population.