Martin Luther and the German Reformation
A comprehensive account of the life of Martin Luther, the man who split western Christendom for good.
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The Search for the Northwest Passage
Europeans have long sought a route through the Arctic Ocean, linking the Atlantic with the Pacific. Despite many failures, the lure of the Northwest Passage has enjoyed remarkable longevity.
The Forgotten Women of Archaeology
Behind the traditional story of archaeology, with its pith-helmeted Victorian gentlemen, are the equally important yet neglected stories of its female pioneers.
Poster Boys of Afghan History
In the post-Taliban era, Afghanistan is seeking unifying national heroes from its past. But, as David Loyn explains, agreement on who should be celebrated is hard to reach.
Blades not Bullets: the Battle of Culloden
The Battle of Culloden, which vanquished Stuart claims to the British throne, is a much mythologised and misunderstood event. What really happened in April 1746?
Britain, Bretton Woods, and the Almighty Dollar
The choice of the US dollar as the international reserve currency was controversial but practical.
Pearl Harbor and Japanese-Americans
Following the attack of 7 December 1941, many Japanese-Americans were guilty until proven innocent in the eyes of the US government.
The Sinking of Japan
An island nation with few resources, Japan was in a precarious enough position when it declared war on the United States in December 1941. That its powerful navy failed to learn the lessons of previous conflicts made matters even worse.
The Changing Face of the Republican Party
The contrast between Abraham Lincoln and Donald Trump could hardly be more striking, but such is the continually evolving politics of the Grand Old Party.
Léon Blum’s Republic of Broken Dreams
French history since the revolution has been marked by promises of progress that end in bitter failure. The election of Léon Blum’s Popular Front in 1936 was one such example.