History

Often overshadowed by his English contemporary, Henry VIII, King Francis I of France was still just as lusty—and he could be just as cruel as well.

Queen Nzinga Facts. If a real-life princess ever deserved a Disney movie, it's Queen Nzinga. Nothing phased the stunning African Warrior Queen.

From her wild affairs to her brutal end at just 23, there's a reason history wants you to forget the twisted tale of Louise Élisabeth, the Duchess of Berry.

Margaret of York did everything in her power to protect her family—but her devious scheming came at an absolutely brutal cost.

Ibrahim “the Mad” (1615-1648) was the 18th Sultan of the Ottoman Empire. As one might guess, he was not renowned for his sound rule. Inheriting the throne in 1640, Ibrahim also came into a dynasty in turmoil.

When Princess Helen married Crown Prince Carol of Romania, people called it a fairy tale—but it was really a horror story.