Capable Men of History: Charlemagne

The most famous depiction of Charlemagne

From the years 768 to 814 BC, Charlemagne was the emperor who controlled and ruled a large part of medieval Western Europe. Today, he is also called Karl and Charles the Great. He was also the king of the Franks, which was a German-based tribe living in what we know today as … Read more

Capable Men of History: Plato

Capable Men of History Plato

The philosopher Plato was born in Athens, Greece in 428 or 427 BCE and died in 348 or 347. He was Socrates’ student and a great Greek philosopher in his own right. He was also Aristotle’s teacher and founded the Academy. Most philosophy students know him as the writer of several influential … Read more

Capable Men of History: Saladin

Dirham coin with the depiction of Saladin

Saladin was a Muslim ruler in the 12th century who reigned over the areas of both Syria and Egypt from 1174 to 1193. He is mostly known for his surprising victory over the Christian Crusaders during the Battle of Hattin. He then proceeded to capture Jerusalem in 1187. Saladin was also responsible … Read more

Capable Men of History Mansa Musa

Catalan Atlas BNF Sheet 6 Mansa Musa

Mansa Musa I may not be the most well-known ruler today, but he made a large impression on the world during his reign. He ruled the Mali Empire, which was located in West Africa. We’re not quite sure how long his reign lasted, as it started in 1312 and ended with his … Read more

Capable Men of History: Christopher Columbus

Statue of Christopher Columbus sitting down

Everyone in the United States knows the name of Christopher Columbus. He is mostly credited with the discovery of America, even though he might not be the first European to happen upon this land mass.  Christopher Columbus was an explore of Italian origin, who originally started sailing west of Europe in order … Read more

The Many Benefits of Visiting a Museum

White head bust in museum

Many people who are not familiar with museum think that this place is boring and suitable only for students or scholars. There are many reasons why you should visit a museum either in your own place or when you are on travel.   You have to visit a museum so you can discover … Read more

Capable Men of History: Leonardo da Vinci

Capable Men of History Leonardo da Vinci

You may have come across the Vituvian Man, Mona Lisa, The Last Supper, Flying Machine and many of this inventions and masterpieces which made a man the face of Renaissance, sparked controversies, and changed the world forever. It will definitely made you think, how can one man influence various field of study? … Read more

Capable Men of History: Sun Tzu

sun_tzu_and_the_art_of_war

The Art of War is undoubtedly the most influential treatise on war ever written. A masterpiece of war and strategy that is still universally employed today.