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Successful and Unsuccessful Lovers of the Rich and Powerful in History
History is full of lovers of the rich and powerful. Some were content to stay in the background. But, others had grander ambitions. Many of the lovers of rulers and royalty used…
Ancient History
40 Facts About the Glorious Rise and Brutal Fall of Constantinople
Istanbul, still called Constantinople in Greek, is a UNESCO world heritage site thanks to its rich history and beautiful, ancient…
Ancient History
16 People in History Who Schemed and Plotted Their Way to the Top
We all know someone who has committed some act of treachery – betrayal, lying, seduction, maybe even nepotism – in…
Ancient History
10 Women From History Who Used Love Making as a Weapon
History remembers two kinds of women. Good wives and mothers who do what society expects of them and they live…