05 Apr 2023 Plain Sailing: Shapes And Speed In Historic Naval Designs By Aaronne Colagrossi History & Tradition 0 During the 1700s, European naval studies were decisive and very important, so much so that espionage by Spain and France against England for military and naval purposes alone had become a real scourge. The designers of the time had succeeded in... Read More
20 Mar 2023 Fierce Warriors, Lovers in Arms: The Sacred Band Of Thebes By MartiniF History & Tradition 0 When World War I broke out, the British Army faced a significant challenge - their small professional army was insufficient for a global conflict. To win the war, they had little alternative apart from mobilizing manpower to its fullest extent.... Read More
10 Mar 2023 The Barbary Wars: America’s Most Successful Foreign Intervention By Jake Leigh-Howarth History & Tradition 0 Since its foundation in 1775 the United States has become well known for its tendency to intervene in foreign countries when its national security is threatened. But while much has been written and discussed about the recent errors of Vietnam, Iraq... Read More
08 Mar 2023 The Golden Age Of Islamic Astronomers By Dr Marion Dolan History & Tradition 0 Astronomical understanding, accurate calendars and knowledge of exact geographic latitudes and longitudes were essential for all Islamic cities and towns. This body of astronomical knowledge was not accumulated for abstract scientific advancement... Read More
03 Mar 2023 Two Centuries Of Naval Espionage In Europe By Aaronne Colagrossi History & Tradition 0 The crucial role of intelligence among the various royal navies of Europe during the 17th and the 18th centuries cannot be underestimated. Since naval warfare was a very powerful weapon during these centuries, as indeed it is today, it is no... Read More