Tag Archives: France

Today in History, the English Got a Toehold in Canada

Posted on May 2, 2024 by cdsmiller17

Hudson’s Bay Company (May 2, 1670) To be completely honest, it was far more than a toehold. It was a swath of land extending far into the west of the country, thanks to the help of Radisson and Groseilliers The … Continue reading →

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The Paris Skyline has an Eyeful Tower

Posted on March 31, 2024 by cdsmiller17

Eiffel Tower Opens (March 31, 1889) The main structural work was completed at the end of March 1889 and, on 31 March, Eiffel celebrated by leading a group of government officials, accompanied by representatives of the press, to the top … Continue reading →

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Yes, There Really was a Child who Needed an Exorcist

Posted on February 16, 2024 by cdsmiller17

Ronald Edwin Hunkeler (June 1, 1935 – May 10, 2020) Even at the time, there were efforts to hide his identity, so that he could lead a ‘normal’ life. But after his death in 2020, the truth came out. Now … Continue reading →

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Did a King of the Franks Descend from Jesus?

Posted on December 20, 2023 by cdsmiller17

Dagobert II (Died December 23, 679) It seems a bit of a stretch, doesn’t it? And yet, the Priory of Sion was (supposedly) responsible for keeping his royal heritage alive in the 20th century. (Read Holy Blood and the Holy … Continue reading →

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Not Tonight, Josephine? How Life Comes Full Circle

Posted on November 16, 2023 by cdsmiller17

Empress Josephine (June 23, 1763 – May 29, 1814) Because the epic film “Napoleon” will be released to the public next week, I thought I’d take a look at Napoleon’s wife Josephine. IDK, call it a hunch, but immediately I … Continue reading →

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And Speaking of Dictators…

Posted on November 8, 2023 by cdsmiller17

Napoleon (2023) Timely, non? For some reason, the image of Napoleon sitting on his horse in front of the Sphinx reminded me that Napoleon was seeking to conquer the world, just like Alexander the Great. (And I may have heard … Continue reading →

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It’s Time to Demonstrate How History Repeats Itself

Posted on October 2, 2023 by cdsmiller17

Four Lives of the Antichrist According to the writers of the New Testament, the Antichrist from Revelation was definitely Nero. (Even his name adds up to the number of the Beast: 666.) According to Kevin Ryerson’s Ahtun Re, Nero reincarnated … Continue reading →

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Once an Absolute Ruler, Always an Absolute Ruler?

Posted on September 18, 2023 by cdsmiller17

Louis XIV (September 5, 1638 – September 1, 1714) Sometimes, you just have to go with your gut. Louis XIV of France (otherwise known as “The Sun King”) was a very capable political strategist. Strangely enough, his reign in France … Continue reading →

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Here is Henry VII’s Youngest Surviving Child:

Posted on September 12, 2023 by cdsmiller17

Mary Rose Tudor (March 18, 1496 – June 25, 1533) She was Henry VIII’s youngest sister and a short-time Queen of France. In other words, her father’s pride and joy. Mary Rose Tudor is always referred to as that, since … Continue reading →

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Nazi Agent, French Collaborator, or WWII Survivor?

Posted on August 23, 2023 by cdsmiller17

Coco Chanel (August 19, 1883 – January 10, 1971) One might ask: so what? Well, some people are refocusing their attention on this fashionista in order to make sense of some of her actions during the German occupation of France … Continue reading →

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