5 Historical Figures Feeling the Blues

November 30, 2017 David James

Feeling down in the dumps? Got a case of the Mondays? Don’t worry, you’re not alone. Take solace in these

A Five-Minute Guide to Waistcoats and Vests

February 13, 2017May 13, 2023 David James Fashion

Today, waistcoats, or vests, are the essential third piece in the traditional three-piece male business suit. Historians can precisely date

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Exquisite Pocket Watches of a Bygone Time

February 1, 2017May 13, 2023 David James

Designed to slip into the pocket of the new waistcoats introduced by King Charles II of England, pocket watches became

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A Brief History of Fairies

November 27, 2016May 13, 2023 David James folklore, mythology

Do you believe in fairies? As a child, my parents told me that when a tooth fell out, I should

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The Tale o’ Jack-o’-Lantern

October 31, 2016May 13, 2023 David James Ghosts, Legends, Myths

It was a cold, dark night as they crossed the moors on All Hallows’ Eve. The folk at the village

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Knock Knock: A Brief History of Door Knockers

October 18, 2016May 13, 2023 David James Antiques, medieval

For anyone living in the United Kingdom, there is one door knocker that is the most powerful in the land.

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Royal Carriages: Traveling in Splendor

May 29, 2016May 13, 2023 David James carriages, coaches, kings, Queens, Royalty

Here’s what’s in store in our article: The Queen’s State Coach The history of carriages Vote for your favorite Royal

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On the same day in history: Nicholas II, Bram Stoker, 24-Hour Le Mans

May 26, 2016September 26, 2016 David James Bram Stoker, Dracula, Films, Le Mans, movies, On this day, Romanovs

Three significant events occurring on May 26.

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On this day in History: Joan of Arc and Captain Kidd

May 23, 2016September 2, 2016 David James famous women, Hundred Years' War, Joan of Arc, On this day, Pirates

Two fateful events that happened on this day in history.

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On this day in History: May 21

May 21, 2016May 31, 2016 David James On this day

A selection of events that happened on this day in history.

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