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By the time he died, at the ripe old age of 60, he had made an indelible mark on the history of Great Britain and Normandy.

The royal family of Orange-Nassau rules the Kingdom of the Netherlands.

From 1066 England was ruled by the descendants of William the Conqueror for almost 100 years, allowing French influence to entrench itself upon the governance of England.

Scotland's 17th century attempt to build an Empire in central America ended in disaster. But it paved the way for a partnership with their greatest rivals, England.

After overthrowing the French under Bonaparte, the Dutch royal family reasserted the independence of the Netherlands by establishing it as a kingdom.

Viva San Antonio! As Texas' top destination, San Antonio has the state's number one attraction, the Alamo, and the famous Riverwalk. But the city has much more to offer.

Clarence House has been a royal residence for over 150 years.

The Hanover dynasty struggled to produce heirs after King George III of Great Britain, the throne passing from King George IV, to King William IV, to Queen Victoria.

Unable to defeat Britain in Europe, King Louis XIV sends his men to America to defeat Briton. The goal is to acquire more land for France.

President Obama shares ancestors with seven other presidents and two kings, but so do thousands of Americans who descend from colonial families.

Situated between the British and French empires, each competing for control of North America, The powerful Iroquois Nations struggled to survive.

Centuries ago political disputes were invariably settled by the sword rather than anything as civilized as diplomacy. Why has Glencoe become etched in folklore?

Yeats' interest in Eastern Philosophy influenced many of his poems. His widely anthologized poem, "Lapis Lazuli," is about finding tranquility in chaos.

With English Navigation Laws forcing Scotland to turn from its traditional trading partners, the Scots formed a company to rival the powerful English East India Company.

Direct and indirect policies regarding colonial affairs, coupled with decades of internal strife, provided the thirteen colonies with an opportunity to thrive.

The British monarch conducts all official business at Buckingham Palace.

Cannon Movie Tales is a series of filmed dramatizations of popular fairy tales featuring new twists on classic stories.

The marriage of Prince Leopold of Albany, Queen Victoria's youngest son, and Princess Helena of Waldeck-Pyrmont was a popular royal union that produced two children.

The Palace of Westminster stands on the north bank of the River Thames in London. It is the seat of both Houses of the UK Government, the House of Lords and the House of

Dreamworks slipped a preview of Jerry Seinfeld's Bee Movie as an extra on the Over the Hedge DVD.

Glencoe, in the Highlands of Scotland, is best known for two things, its stunning scenery and the brutal events of 1692.

Emily Blunt, Rupert Friend, and Paul Bettany star in the Jean-Marc Vallee-directed love story about the young queen.

A most remarkable document signed at the Abbey of Arbroath, Scotland in 1320 may have influenced writers of the Declaration of Independence in the United States.

Adelaide is the state capital of South Australia and is known as the city of churches. It is a well planned city with a friendly atmosphere and plenty of attractions.

As one of America's first "planned communities," the city of Williamsburg, Virginia played a central role in the years prior the American Revolution.

The failure of two Darien expeditions led to Scotland's financial ruin, the Union of Parliaments, and indirectly the formation of The Royal Bank of Scotland.

Pension applications of Revolutionary War soldiers are a family information treasure trove. They also give another perspective on news-making events of the era.

A new tactile rug by artist Amanda Allen helps blind people and children make the most of their visit to the Painted Hall of the Old Royal Naval College in Greenwich.

Short history of the Christmas carol "While Shepherds Watched Their Flocks by Night," a best-loved Nativity song.

When someone asks how to get to Victoria Square there can be many answers. There are several Victoria Square locations around the globe.

For over 1,700 years Pevensey Castle has played an important role in defending the Sussex coast from invasion.

Clarence House, the London home of Prince Charles and Camilla, The Duchess of Cornwall, as well as Prince William and Prince Harry, is open for private visits in summer

St. James's Palace has been the backdrop for some of the most important events in the history of the Royal Family.

In the final years before the Act of Union,1707, Scotland and England argued over royal succession and came to the brink of war.

The tragic hero and illustrious Jacobite general was renowned even amongst his enemies as a master tactician and commander. They mustn't have known about his love life!

St. Anselm is one of only five of the 33 'Doctors of the Church' who were named so without a formal decree by the pope or a council.

As gifted students learn the concepts powering the Bill of Rights, no where is there a greater chance to see how far civilization has evolved than with the 8th amendment.

With Canute the Holy on the throne the Danes once again had a true viking ruling their country, but Canute's reign was marked with deception, rebellion and brutal murder.

The Jeweled Sword of State, the Sword of State, the Sword of Justice to the Spirituality, the Sword of Justice to the Temporality, and the Sword of Mercy.

The Tower of London is famous for executions; two of Henry the Vlll wives were beheaded here, plus many others during its long life. Building began in the early 1080's.

Through diplomacy and militarism, Otto von Bismarck's Realpolitik resulted in the German Empire, changing the balance of power in Europe and paving the way to 1914.

William Duke of Normandy lead the last successful invasion of England, winning his greatest victory at the Battle of Hastings in 1066.

Captain Kidd was either a bloodthirsty pirate of his own volition, or else a victim of mutinous circumstances beyond his control. The result was the same: a hanging.

Very old cookery books give a delicious insight into history including the types of food available as well as how language has changed. Many are available as free ebooks.

The modern town of Harrow in north-west London (England) still reflects its medieval past and the influence of Archbishop Lanfranc.

The Banqueting House was the prominent receiving hall for the Stuart monarchs.

Earl Percy's mission to rescue soldiers retreating from the Battle of Lexington and Concord. New England Minutemen inflict heavy losses on 15 mile battle road to Boston!

From the Great Elector Frederick William of Brandenburg to Emperor William II of Germany, the Hohenzollerns ruled Prussia and expanded its territory.

Princess Thyra of Denmark, the youngest daughter of King Christian IX of Denmark, married Crown Prince Ernest Augustus of Hanover, heir to the deposed throne of Hanover.

The marriage of Queen Victoria of Great Britain and Prince Albert of Saxe-Coburg and Gotha was a successful love match and partnership, producing many royal descendants.