Medieval History

Scandalous Facts About King Francis I, The Vengeful King

Francis I of France has often been compared to Henry VIII for his love affairs and scandals that rocked Europe—but few people know the true story of this twisted French king.
December 9, 2024 Christine Tran
Elizabeth Woodville Facts

Scheming Facts About Elizabeth Woodville, The Commoner Queen

Elizabeth Woodville is often seen as an upstart “hussy” who seduced her way to the top—but her story is far more complicated than people think.
December 5, 2024 Christine Tran
Grace O'Malley Facts

Swashbuckling Facts About Grace O’Malley, The Pirate Queen

Grace O’Malley was an infamous Pirate Queen who ruled the Irish seas—but few people know about her even darker history.
December 5, 2024 Kyle Climans
Anne Neville Facts

Tragic Facts About Queen Anne Neville, The Kingmaker's Daughter

Anne Neville was crowned Queen of England in a magnificent summer spectacle at Westminster. Yet in mere months, everything fell apart—and that was just the beginning of her nightmare.
December 5, 2024 Rachel Seigel
Margaret tudor facts

Sordid Facts About Margaret Tudor, The Scandalous Sister Of Henry VIII

In 1513, Margaret Tudor’s husband was slain by forces commanded by her own sister-in-law. A year later, she eloped with a new man—but the union would soon turn into a living nightmare.
November 29, 2024 Christine Tran
Edward VI Facts

Chilling Facts About Edward VI, The Doomed Son Of Henry VIII

History portrays Edward VI as the feeble and ultimately doomed son of Henry VIII, but the truth is so much darker.
November 26, 2024 Christine Tran


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