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The Manual for Kings & Men
In 1599, King James VI of Scotland wrote an extraordinary letter to his son. In it are powerful lessons on rulership, and on life…
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The Craziest Murder Plot of the Millennium
The betrayal, blackmail, and bloodshed that (almost) destroyed the Medici...
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Evan Amato
Where is the Holy Lance?
The spear that pierced Jesus Christ is one of the holiest relics in Christendom. So where is it located today?
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Evan Amato
The Rogue Crusader
The First Crusade rallied many souls to common cause. Few, however, were quite like the rakish Bohemond, Prince of Taranto and Antioch...
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The Throne Room of the Pope
The overlooked wonder of Rome that hides in plain sight...
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James
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Evan Amato
When Napoleon Became King of Italy
The little-known event that forever changed the course of the Italian nation...
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The Heroism of Humility - Jean de La Valette
The hero of the Great Siege of Malta was a man formed by humbling experiences and selfless service...
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The Great Siege of Malta - Victory Despite All Odds
As one of the greatest triumphs against the odds in all history, the Great Siege of Malta is a beacon of inspiration for any who face a seemingly…
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The Forgotten Capital of the Roman Empire
The fame of Rome is global, and that of Constantinople not far behind. But a third city is the little-known wonder that hides in plain sight...
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Evan Amato
Constantinople & The Birth of a Christian Empire
How Emperor Constantine the Great founded the only city in the world to ever rival Rome herself, the seat of a Christian empire...
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History's Worst Conclave
Today's Papal Conclaves are intricate and dramatic for a reason - to avoid a repeat of the disastrous election of 1268...
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James
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Evan Amato
How to Elect a Pope
The Church of Rome is about to choose the 266th successor to Saint Peter. Here is how it will do so.
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