Category Archives: History

In September of 1940 four teenagers discovered the Caves of Lascaux. The famous frescoes inside have been the subject of much interpretation and speculation. The paintings date back 17,000 years are thought to be incredible representations of life in the … Continue reading →

On September 1, 1814 the Ambassadors of the major European powers met in Vienna. Their aim was to insure the Peace that had been established in the Treaty of Paris on May 30, 1814 (the peace concluding Napoleon’s run amuck … Continue reading →

During the rule of Julius Caesar the calendar for Rome and its Empire was reformed. Prior to 45 BCE when the Julian Calendar took effect, the Roman Calendar consisted of 12 months totaling 355 days. To make up the shortfall … Continue reading →

It was no secret in the French Court: the favoured wine of Napoleon Bonaparte was Le Chambertin… one of the greatest of Burgundies. His residence was filled with cases of the wine (it’s good to be Emperor!).