The Battle of Civitate
Richard Cavendish describes the Battle of Civitate, fought by the Normans and a papal coalition on June 18th, 1053.
Richard Cavendish
King Alexander and Queen Draga of Serbia Assassinated
Richard Cavendish describes how King Alexander and Queen Draga of Serbia were assassinated during the night of June 10th/11th, 1903.
Death of David I of Scots
May 24th, 1153
Death of Samuel Pepys
Pepys rose from humble origins to become secretary of the Admiralty, a member of parliament and the president of the Royal Society.
Foundation of St Petersburg
The great Russian city was established on May 27th, 1703.
Death of Carol II of Romania
The Romanian king died of a heart attack on April 4th, 1953.
The Foundation of Rome
The traditional date for the founding of Rome is April 21st, 753 BC.
Death of Robert Hooke
The English polymath died in London on March 3rd, 1703.
Death of Joseph Stalin
The Soviet leader died on March 5th, 1953.
Inauguration of President Franklin Pierce
The 14th President was inaugurated on March 4th, 1853.