By the late 1600s and early 1700s, as the power of the British monarchs slipped, Parliament become more and more powerful. Sir Robert Walpole, who served in the House of Commons from 1721 to 1742, is today viewed as the first prime minister, even though he didn't officially hold ...
Since 1066, when Harold Godwinson and William the Conqueror were crowned, the coronations of English and British monarchs have been held here. Since 1100, there have been at least 16 royal weddings at the abbey. Two were of reigning monarchs, although before 1919 there had be...
this grand residence has been the home of Scottish royalty for centuries. Today, it serves as the official Scottish residence of the British monarch. Walking through its opulent rooms, you’ll feel the presence of the past and present monarchs who have graced...
British Museum– By far one of the best museums in all of Europe, this giant museum houses one of the most comprehensive art, cultural, and historical collections in the world. Be sure to budget at least three hours to get a good sense of the museum, though you could easily spend a wh...
Before I go any further, it might be helpful if I explained my vision for A Venerable Puzzle. I wanted to make Britain’s constitution more accessible to the general public. While most countries have a codified constitution, the British have an uncodified constitution (it’s often described ...
TheGordon Highlanders Museumpresents the history of the Gordon Highlanders, a line infantry regiment of the British Army. The Gordon Highlanders have a history that dates back to 1794 when the regiment was raised by 4th Duke of Gordon. The Gordon Highlanders were an official regiment in the Brit...
The Monroe Doctrine shut Britain's main European rivals out of the Western Hemisphere, but it also simultaneously maintained peace with America — tothe profit of Britain via trade— but also protected the already established British possessions in the West. ...
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In time St Patrick would be credited with persuading the monarchs of Ireland to cast aside their druids in favour of a carpenter’s son from Galilee who had been put to death by the Romans. Arguably St Patrick's greatest challenge was to bring an end to the age of druids, who had ...
drivers will be able to find better, more isolated spots. Expect any of the beaches near São Pedro to be packed in July and August – the straight, fast, coastal road north and south has been upgraded to cope with heavy summer traffic. Come any other time and you’ll have the sands...