Although the ideas and projects for the construction of navigation channels that would join seas or oceans to reduce costs and time in maritime transport were already studied in antiquity, it was not until the 19th century (Suez, Corinth, Panama...) when the engineering made them come true. But in t
Between Franks and Vikings, relations were initially conflictual. The Carolingian Empire in full disintegration after the Treaty of Verdun (843) is not able to face the attacks of these warriors from the North. For several decades, the fight is fierce. It nevertheless led, in 911, to the creation of
Intro 1515! A date that resonates in the memory of all schoolchildren in France like a cannon shot. It refers to a prestigious victory:Marignan; and to one of the greatest kings of France:François Ier. Endowed with a remarkable political sense, François I reinforces the royal authority by laying th
Great soldiers, talented people. Their death was a great loss for the Republic of Poland. It would be detrimental to nominate them for the Darwin Prize, as it is awarded for purging the genetic pool of idiots, but ... well, but. Prince Michał Zasławski, or never fall asleep with your gun loaded