Operation Michael: The Germans Regain the Offensive
By the spring of 1918, the Western Front of the First World War had been almost static for three years. Then the Germans, intent on…
The Driving Force Behind A Conqueror – Napoleon’s Great And Powerful Armies
The armies of Napoleon Bonaparte were some of the most successful the world has ever seen. What made them so great? Dedication The men following…
The Roman Civil War Tore The Empire Apart – Eleven Men Became The Conflict’s Most Prominent Leaders
In 49 BC, the Roman Empire was ripped apart by civil war. Fearing the threat of his political enemies, Julius Caesar illegally marched his army…
Bedford Castle In Early England Is Now Completely Gone, But A Game-Changing Medieval Siege Took Place There In 1224
Civil wars and revolts were common in medieval England. Without elections to decide between opposing leaders and policies, violence became the answer. As in modern…
The Knights Templar – Spectacular Rise And Fall Of A Legendary Order
The Knights Templar were the first and the most famous European warrior Order founded during the Crusades. From their bases in Europe and the Holy…
Heart-Rending Decisions: One Commander’s Divided Loyalties In Caesar’s Civil War
Civil war can force participants to make difficult decisions. Friends, colleagues, and families are torn apart. For some, the decision of who to side with…
‘Last charge of the German cavalry – The battle of Halen
War History Online proudly presents this guest blog from Robby Houben. The summer of 1914 marks the beginning of the First World War when the European…
The German Spring Offensives, 1918 – Inflicting Brutal Damage On The Allies
In the spring of 1918, the Germans went on the attack. Over the course of five offensives, they turned the static warfare that had endured…
The Long, Hard Fight – It Took Seven Coalitions To Defeat Napoleon At Last
Napoleon Bonaparte was one of the most successful generals in history. Despite most of Europe opposing him, he expanded the French empire from the Atlantic…
Napoleon Bonaparte, Conqueror On Land, Not So Successful At Sea
One of the main reasons for Napoleon’s downfall was the inability of his fleets to defeat the British Navy. Here are ten reasons why the…
The Second Battle Of Ypres: An Extraordinary Defense In The Face Of Poison Gas
The Belgian town of Ypres was the site of the fiercest fighting of the First World War. A series of battles left the town deserted,…
The Attack On Hamel In 1918 – Forging A Bond Between Allies Of Different Nations
In the spring of 1918, the Germans went on the offensive. With new tactics including Stormtroopers and a “fire-waltz” artillery attack, it was the most…