History often paints simplified portraits of iconic figures, molding them into heroes or villains that fit convenient narratives. However, delving deeper into primary sources and revised historical ...

By the 890s, Alfred's charters and coinage were referring to him as 'king of the English'. He died in October 899 AD and was buried at his capital city of Winchester.

Some see Elizabeth’s 45 year reign as a golden age of English history. She was a shrewd and intelligent woman who was fluent in six languages. Elizabeth’s first priority on becoming Queen was ...