The Anglo-Zulu War was a conflict between the British Empire and the Zulu Kingdom in 1879, resulting in a British victory and the eventual annexation of Zululand.
Siege of Bergen op Zoom Explained
The Siege of Bergen op Zoom was a failed French attempt to capture the Dutch city during the War of the Sixth Coalition in 1814.
Landing at Anzac Cove Explained
The Landing at Anzac Cove was a failed military campaign during World War I that resulted in heavy casualties for the Allied forces.
The Winds of War Summary
‘The Winds of War’ by Herman Wouk is an epic historical novel that follows the lives of an American family during World War II.
Polish–Soviet War Explained
The Polish-Soviet War was a conflict between Poland and Soviet Russia that resulted in Poland successfully defending its independence.
Battle of Turnhout Explained
The Battle of Turnhout was a significant conflict during the Eighty Years’ War between the Dutch Republic and the Spanish Empire.
Capture of Maastricht Explained
The Capture of Maastricht refers to the successful siege and conquest of the city of Maastricht by the Spanish forces during the Eighty Years’ War.
Battle of Ekeren Explained
The Battle of Ekeren was a military engagement during the War of the Spanish Succession in which the Dutch Republic defeated French forces near Antwerp.
Massacre of Naarden Explained
The Massacre of Naarden was a brutal event during the Dutch Revolt in 1572, where Spanish forces killed thousands of civilians in the town of Naarden.
The Monuments Men: Allied Heroes, Nazi Thieves, and the Greatest Treasure Hunt in History Summary
‘The Monuments Men’ by Robert M. Edsel is a gripping account of the brave Allied soldiers who risked their lives to protect and recover priceless art stolen by the Nazis during World War II.
Siege of Paris Explained
The Siege of Paris was a major conflict during the Franco-Prussian War where the Prussian army surrounded and besieged the city of Paris for over four months.
Battle of Rijmenam Explained
The Battle of Rijmenam was a significant engagement during the War of the Spanish Succession in 1703.