Category Archives: History

  Ivan IV Vasilyevich was the first ruler to assume the title Tsar of all Russia. He was crowned with Monomakh’s Cap at the age of 16 on January 16, 1547.   His early reign was noted for reforms and … Continue reading →

The prophecy in the Book of Revalation, Chapter Six, foretold of a dreadful time when the world would witness horror and devastation… and this evil would be delivered by four horsemen. These horsemen represented war, famine, pestilence and death. This … Continue reading →

The Charge of the Light Brigade, the gallantry of the Scots Greys, the stalwart stand of the Argyll and Sutherland Highlanders… few engagements have captured the imagination of historian, artist and poet alike than the Battle of Balaclava. But buried … Continue reading →

Perhaps one of the greatest “last stands” in History took place below the cliffs at Thermopylae when 300 Spartans under the leadership of King Leonidas stood against 200,000 Persians (including Hoplites, entertainers, cooks and paymasters) led by King Xerxes. The battle … Continue reading →