To win a war, most people believe that all you need to do is win on the battlefield. While that is certainly important, being good at fighting isn’t the only thing that matters. War is just as much about economics, political will, and strategy and to win requires mastery of all three. A leader can …
The Rich History of Writing
The idea of writing for a job is not new by any means. Writing has been such an important part of our culture that it is one of the oldest professions, dating back thousands of years to the first civilizations. even in the digital age where handwriting might be on its way out, the idea …
Heir to the Empire
By age 33, Alexander III of Macedon had accomplished more than what some people could in a lifetime. Not only was he a king, but also a conqueror and a successful general who never lost a major battle. He took the small kingdom of Macedon and turned it into an empire. To do so, he …
The Lost Art of Hand Writing
When did you last write something something? Filling out forms or typing them down doesn’t count. Probably a long time as with digital media, handwriting seems to be quickly disappearing. With computers, phones, and tablets readily available, typing provides a new level of convenience and efficiency. Even this blog post was typed out! While typing …
The Black Prince’s Baptism By Fire
Along with the Crusades, the Hundred Years’ War is one of the most famous medieval conflicts. The war is famous not just because of its length, spanning over a century, but also because of the legendary figures and iconic battles. While these might appear set in stone today, these figures had to get their start …
How to Write A Job Application Letter
When applying for a job, you must complete many steps before an employer considers you. One of the most nerve-racking parts of the job is writing an application letter. Unlike submitting your resume, portfolio, or questionnaire, you are not letting your work speak for you. Here, you must use your words and sell yourself to …
The Faith of Joan of Arc
Regarding female heroes throughout history, undoubtedly one of the most famous has to be Joan of Arc. Her exploits in the Hundred Years War are legendary where she managed to inspire the Kingdom of France to continue fighting right during a time when they were struggling against the might of the English armies. Under her …
How to Write A Letter or Email to A Pen Pal
In an era of globalization and digital connectivity, the world seems much smaller. This is an improvement in some ways as it allows for easier contact between people worldwide. You don’t need to travel to different countries to connect with individuals from diverse cultures and backgrounds. Now, all you need to do is write a …
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Trial of Urbain Grandier
Many people have heard of the Salem Witch Trials and the Spanish Inquisition, where priests persecuted innocent people in the name of finding heresy or witchcraft. These have served as warnings against blind zealotry and paranoia by how those in power. Often, we imagine the victims were the innocent and lower classes who could not …
How to Write to Your Boss
Being able to communicate with your boss is something that can have a huge impact on your career. Good communication can save you a lot of stress and present opportunities to grow your career. On the other hand, poor communication can add to your stress and make doing your job much harder. Whether you’re asking …
Pope Urban’s Call for Crusade
For most of the medieval times, the lands of Europe Christianity, and Islam in the Middle East and Africa had been divided. At the border of these two religions was the Eastern Roman or Byzantine Empire which served as the bulwark of Europe. For the longest time, this empire had checked the advances of the …
Herodotus on the Effects of War
In ancient history, few figures are as famous as the Greek writer Herodotus. His works have become famous summarizing the history of Greece and Persia and their eventual war. This has made him one of the go-to sources for people learning about this period. However, in recent years his historical accuracy has come into question. …