Invasion of Puerto Rico

120 years ago today, the forces of those United States of America invaded Puerto Rico.

Mussolini Arrested

75 years ago today, Benito Mussolini was dismissed by his King, and shortly thereafter arrested on His Majesty's orders.

Sultan Restores Constitution

110 years ago today, the Ottoman Sultan restored the Constitution.

Grand Duchess Elizabeth

A century ago today, Grand Duchess Elizabeth, along with several other members of the House of Romanov, fatally fell prey to the Russian Revolution.

100 Years Ago in a Russian Basement

Vive le Roi de la France!

229 years ago today, the Storming of the Bastille took place.

Strutt Passing at 70

Today we mark seven decades since the passing of this weblog's icon, or mascot if you will, Lt.-Col. Strutt.

Please feel free to browse posts on this great officer.

Beneš Resigns

Seven decades ago today, President Edvard Beneš of Czechoslovakia resigned – “rather than sign a new constitution that would make his nation into a communist state.” However, he had no problem preferring the Nazi flag flying in Prague over Otto in the Hofburg.

Parliament Deposes

113 years ago today, the Parliament of the Kingdom of Norway moved to depose the King – Oscar II.

Sir Filmer

365 years ago today (May 26 in the Julian Calendar), Sir Robert Filmer passed away.

Patriarcha

Let us remember him in this age of popular sovereignty.

Chesterton

Twelve squared years and four days ago today, G.K. Chesterton was born.

A quote of choice:

My attitude toward progress has passed from antagonism to boredom. I have long ceased to argue with people who prefer Thursday to Wednesday because it is Thursday.

EvKL Passing at 19

19 years and a week ago today, Erik Maria Ritter von Kuehnelt-Leddihn passed away.

Please feel free to browse previous posts.