Queen Elizabeth I has taken on a new lady in waiting. Join her as she finds out exactly what goes into the queens beauty regime. ...

Hatshepsut ruled as King during 18th Dynasty Egypt. She first ruled as regent for her nephew before elevating herself to king but is her story that of an ambitious power grab or dutiful regent protecting her infant nephew?...

Clothes rationing was enforced in Britain between 1941 and 1949 in order to allow manufacturers to concentrate on the war. Join us as we discover more....

Tawosret, is recorded as the last known ruler of the 19th dynasty. Her story although relatively unknown is one of political manoeuvring, and assassination plots. This post looks at her story, the men around her, and her rise to power. ...

Queen Merneith, Is considered the third ruler of the first dynasty, she ruled from c 3000-2980 BC, acting as regent for her son King Den. This post looks at her life and legacy, why Egyptian history can be difficult to trace and the lives of women in Ancient Egypt....

Jacquotte Delahaye, better known as Back from the Dead Red was said to have turned to piracy after the murder of her parents. But, did she really exist? Read on to find out. ...

Join Agnes as she answers letters about Medieval Marriage...

Sadie Farell was a petty thief that rose to the title of Queen of the Waterfront in late 1860s New York. She was said to be petite but tough as nails, prowling the docks of the Fourth Ward near the East River but there is some doubt on her...

Join Pearl as she arranges her husbands funeral and makes sure to tell all the important people he has passed away. Including the bees. ...

Jeanne de Clisson was the embodiment of one of the Furies of Greek mythology. A 14th century noblewoman, she is remembered today for her 13-year long career as a pirate. As the Lioness of Brittany, Jeanne swore revenge against the French for the execution of her husband....