Marie Curie’s mobile x-ray units in WW I made it possible for doctors to diagnose injuries accurately and close to the front line, particularly shrapnel related and bone fracture injuries, avoiding unnecessary amputations.

It is a common misconception that Galileo invented the telescope, but that distinction is held by Dutch lens maker Hans Lippershay in 1608. It was Galileo, however, that improved on the design and used it to revolutionise astronomy and completely alter our understanding of the universe.

The story of Sir Isaac Newton and the apple is a popular anecdote that illustrates how he conceptualized the law of universal gravitation. We take a look at some of the influences that led to Newtons great discovery.

Paul Cezanne, redefined the very essence of painting with his bold experimentation and relentless pursuit of artistic truth. Against the backdrop of 19th-century artistic conventions, Cezanne forged a unique style, his paintings transcending mere representation, offering glimpses into the underlying structure and harmony of the natural world leaving an indelible mark on the trajectory of modern art.

Sir Peter Paul Rubens is celebrated as one of the greatest painters of the Baroque period, renowned for his masterful brushwork and exquisite portrayal of light and color. However his achievements as a diplomat, often overshadowed by his artistic endeavours, had a profound impact on the course of history.

Claude Monet, considered one of the most influential painters of the late nineteenth/early twentieth century was a pioneer of French Impressionist painting. His contributions not only revolutionized the course of art but also influenced generations of artists to come.

Michelangelo Merisi da Caravaggio was an Italian Baroque painter whose revolutionary style and tumultuous life left an indelible mark on the art world.

Pablo Picasso, probably the most prolific and arguably the most influential artist of the 20th Century had a profound effect on Art. We examine how.

Rembrandt Van Rijn is considered one of the greatest painters in history, but his success in his own lifetime came from his extensive work with etchings and printmaking.

Michelangelo Buonarroti was regarded as the greatest artist of his lifetime and one of the greatest in history. His works include the Statue of David, the ceiling of the Sistine chapel and the design for the Dome of the Basilica attracting millions of viewers each year.

Leonardo Da Vinci is a true Renaissance Man. But what does this mean? This article looks at Leonardo’s remarkable achievements and tells us what the term “Renaissance man” really means.

William the Conqueror’s path to power was a complex web of politics and military strength. In this article we look at an overview of his rise from William the Bastard, William, Duke of Normandy to William I, king of England.

Julius Caesar was a brilliant military tactician and emperor of Rome. But did you know he had quite the fashion sense, and at one point he was captured by pirates?

Boadicea, Queen of the Iceni tribes was described as an imposing, charismatic leader who managed to unite the tribes of Britain against the occupying Romans.

Few rulers instilled as much fear in their enemies as Attila the Hun. But was he a far more of a shrewd tactician and diplomat than history reveals?

Genghis Khan, conquered more territory than any leader in history, over 5 million square miles. But the legacy he left was far greater than the empire he ruled.

Alexander the Great of Macedonia was one of the great military leaders in history, but did you know Alexander was tutored by none other than Aristotle.