The Tournament of Chauvency (1285): Eagerly Anticipated Jousting Contests
Medieval jousting in France held a significant place in the cultural and social fabric of the era, serving as both a spectacle of martial skill and a symbol of aristocratic prestige.
Read MoreRenaissance Sculpture: The Ode to the Wholeness of Humanity
The Renaissance period, spanning from the 14th to the 17th century in Europe, marked a significant cultural and artistic rebirth.
Read MoreManagement in Times of War: Lessons from History to the Frontlines of Ukraine – A Conversation with Kostiantyn Koshelenko
Mr. Koshelenko is a Deputy Minister of Social Policy of Ukraine, responsible for issues of digital development, digital transformations, and digitalization. The book is a collection of tools and ideas on maintaining productivity, team development, and commitment to one’s values in an environment where chaos is becoming the new norm.
Read MoreUnlocking Greatness: The Leadership Legacy of Octavian Augustus
Octavian Augustus stands out among ancient leaders, offering enduring lessons for leaders across generations. His reign, from 27 BCE to 14 CE, marked a pivotal transition from the Roman Republic to the Roman Empire. One of Augustus’s greatest leadership qualities was his ability to adapt to change.
Read More“Every contractor is a thief.”: Logistics, Insurgents, and the Art of War in Early Napoleonic Spain, 1808–9
Unexpected setbacks to Napoleon’s plan to control Spain at the onset of the Peninsular War (1808–1814) required the emperor to launch a 270,000-man counteroffensive into the heart of the country in late 1808 – culminating with the British defeat at the Battle of Corunna, January 16, 1809.
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