Faces of History Archives

Leopold II: The Belgian Butcher

Introduction This article will introduce you to the life of Leopold II, King of Belgium. We will cover Leopold II’s early life, personal life, being the King of Belgium, Leopold II’s colonization of Africa, the Congo Free State, and his death. Leopold II’s Early Life Leopold II, the second King of the Belgians, had anContinue reading “Leopold II: The Belgian Butcher”

Hypatia: Mathematician and Astronomer

Introduction This article will introduce you to the life and accomplishments of Hypatia. We will cover Hypatia’s early life, Greek Philosophers, career, independent writings, death, and the conquences of her death. Hypatia’s Early Life Hypatia, a renowned figure in ancient history, was a Greek philosopher and mathematician who lived during the late 4th century inContinue reading “Hypatia: Mathematician and Astronomer”

Golda Meir: The Iron Lady Of Israel

Introduction This article will introduce you to the life of Golda Meir. We will cover Golda Meir’s early life, arrival in Israel, being Israel’s first female Prime Minister, the Yom Kippur war, personal life, and Death. Golda Meir’s Early Life Golda Meir’s early life was marked by her remarkable journey from her birthplace in Kiev,Continue reading “Golda Meir: The Iron Lady Of Israel”

Corieltauvi: Ancient Celtic Tribe Of Britain

Introduction This article will briefly introduce you to the ancient Celtic tribe, the Corieltauvi. We will cover who the Corieltauvi were, Roman resistance, the Fosse Way, culture, language, and coins. Who Were The Corieltauvi The Corieltauvi were an ancient Celtic tribe that thrived in what is now central England during the Iron Age. They wereContinue reading “Corieltauvi: Ancient Celtic Tribe Of Britain”

Osman II: The Young Sultan

Introduction This article will briefly introduce you to the life of Sultan Osman II, who ruled the Ottoman Empire starting in 1618 CE and reigning until 1622 CE. We will cover Osman II Birth and early life, his reign as sultan, and his death. Birth and Early Life of Sultan Osman II Sultan Osman II,Continue reading “Osman II: The Young Sultan”

Homer: The Blind Bard

Introduction This article will briefly introduce you to the life of the ancient Greek poet Homer. We will cover Homer’s early life, his potential home Chios, his personal life, his works the Iliad and Odyssey, and his death. Homer’s Early Life The early life of Homer remains a subject of speculation due to the lackContinue reading “Homer: The Blind Bard”

Julia Maesa: Sister of Julia Domna

Introduction This article will briefly introduce you to the life of Julia Maesa. We will cover Julia Maesa’s early life, being Julia Domna’s sister, her political career, being the grandmother to Roman Emperors, her death and finally, her deification. Julia Maesa’s Early Life Julia Maesa, born in 170 CE, was a prominent figure in RomanContinue reading “Julia Maesa: Sister of Julia Domna”

Heraclius: Byzantine Reformer

Introduction This article will give you a brief introduction to the life of Byzantine Emperor Heraclius. We will cover Emperor Heraclius’s early life, his rise to the throne, his time as emperor, the conflict with Islam, Heraclius’s reforms, and death. Heraclius’s Early Life Heraclius, the renowned Byzantine emperor, led a fascinating life that was markedContinue reading “Heraclius: Byzantine Reformer”

Bayezid II: Son Of Mehmed II

Introduction This article is meant to briefly introduce you to the life of Sultan Bayezid II. We will cover Sultan Bayezid’s early life, his reign as sultan, the Spanish Inquisition, his death, and coinage. Bayezid II’s Early Life Sultan Bayezid II was born on December 3, 1447 CE, in Demotika, Turkey. He was the eldestContinue reading “Bayezid II: Son Of Mehmed II”

Tsar Nicholas II: The Last Russian Tsar

Introduction This article will briefly cover the life of Tsar Nicholas II, who would be known to history as the last Russian Tsar. We will cover Tsar Nicholas’s II early life, his time as Tsar, His death, and the fate of the Romanov family. Nicholas II Early life Tsar Nicholas II was born on MayContinue reading “Tsar Nicholas II: The Last Russian Tsar”