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Arsenic and King George III view detail comment email this

Discussion of a study that concludes "medication laced with arsenic may have contributed to [King George's] mental problems." Scientists have suggested that George III's poor physical health and episodes of mental instability "were caused by porphyria -- a rare inherited blood disorder. New studies have revealed another possible contributing cause for the King's problems: arsenic poisoning." Includes links to sites about porphyria. Part of the Neuroscience for Kids site.
http://faculty.washington.edu/chudler/george.html
Topics: Diseases & Conditions, Heads of State, Notable People: Government, Pollutants & Toxic Substances, Public Health & Safety

Last updated Jun 8, 2006


British History: Tudors view detail comment email this

Collection of illustrated essays about British history from 1485-1603, "an era of change and triumph, from Henry VIII's Reformation to Elizabeth and the Armada." Topics include the English and Scottish Reformations, Anne Boleyn, Mary, Queen of Scots, Shakespeare, daily life, exploration, and art and architecture. From the British Broadcasting Corporation (BBC).
http://www.bbc.co.uk/history/british/tudors/
Topics: Heads of State, History By Place

Last updated Aug 30, 2007


Calculate Dates Based on Regnal Years view detail comment email this

"This page will take a date in regnal years and return an ordinary date. For instance, if you enter 6/1 1 Elizabeth I, you will get the year 1559 because June 1st in her first regnal year occurred in 1559." Covers English monarchs from William I to James II. From Albion College (Mich.).
http://www.albion.edu/english/calendar/Regnal_Years.html
Topics: Heads of State, Notable People: Government

Last updated Aug 29, 2007


Cleopatra of Egypt: From History to Myth view detail comment email this

This site is a companion to an exhibit at the Field Museum in Chicago that provides answers to many questions about Egypt's last pharaoh, from where she was buried to whether she really died from a snakebite.
http://www.fieldmuseum.org/cleopatra/cleopatra.html
Topics: Heads of State, Notable People: Government, Notable People: Women

Last updated Sep 18, 2004


Coroner's Inquests Into the Deaths of Diana, Princess of Wales and Mr. Dodi Al Fayed view detail comment email this

"The purpose of this website is to keep the public informed of details relating to the Inquests [of Diana, Princess of Wales and Dodi Al Fayed deaths], including transcripts of the proceedings and evidence seen by the jury." Provides background on the inquest and coroner Lord Justice Scott Baker, coroner's decisions and jury verdict (released April 2008), and other documents back to 2006. Some material also in French. From the U.K. government's Judicial Communications Office.
http://www.scottbaker-inquests.gov.uk/
Topics: Death & Dying, Heads of State, Notable People: Government

Last updated Apr 7, 2008


The Crown Council of Ethiopia: Emperors & Leaders of the Modern Era view detail comment email this

Biographies of Emperor Haile Selassie I, Emperor Amha Selassie I, and Prince Ermias Sahle-Selassie Haile-Selassie. Includes additional speeches and addresses by Haile Selassie I, who died in 1975 and who is the symbol of the Messiah in the Rastafarian religion. From the Crown Council of Ethiopia, "the Constitutional Body which advises the reigning Emperors of Ethiopia."
http://www.ethiopiancrown.org/emperors.htm
Topics: History By Place, Notable People: Government

Last updated Jul 17, 2006


Diana Remembered view detail comment email this

"Ten years after her death [on August 31, 1997] Diana, the Princess of Wales, remains as fascinating today as when she was the most photographed woman in the world. People looks back in snapshots at the mom, fashionista, humanitarian and icon." See annotated photos of Diana and her sons, Princes William and Harry now, her style, her hats, famous images, and of Diana doing charity work. From People magazine. 
http://www.people.com/people/static/h/package/dianaremembered/
Topics: Notable People: Government

Last updated Aug 27, 2007


Dragon Robe for an Empress of China view detail comment email this

This section of an educational site focuses on Chinese dragon robes, which were court robes worn by royalty in China during the Ch'ing dynasty. Provides background information about dragons, the Ch'ing dynasty, and dragon robes. Includes images of details on a robe and many discussion questions about symbols. From the Minneapolis Institute of Arts.
http://www.artsmia.org/world-myths/artbyculture/dragon_keyideas.html
Topics: Art by Region, Heads of State, History, Notable People: Government, Notable People: Women

Last updated Jun 14, 2005


Egypt's Golden Empire view detail comment email this

This site is a companion to a Public Broadcasting Service (PBS) series about Egypt's New Kingdom (1550-1212 B.C.). It features a timeline and information about pharaohs such as Ramesses II, Akhenaten, Tutankhamen, and Nefertiti. Also includes interactive features about ancient Egyptian life and hieroglyphic writing, and resources for teachers.
http://www.pbs.org/empires/egypt/
Topics: Heads of State, History By Place, Notable People: Government

Last updated Dec 8, 2004


Elizabeth I: Ruler and Legend view detail comment email this

"This exhibition explores the life and reign of this remarkable queen [Elizabeth I], examining how her unique personality was forged and why her legend has endured." Includes images of books and maps, a children's exhibit guide, suggested reading, recommended Elizabethan music, a filmography, and related links. From the Newberry Library, Chicago.
http://www.newberry.org/elizabeth/
Topics: Heads of State, History By Place, Notable People: Government, Notable People: Women

Last updated Nov 10, 2009


The Execution of Charles I view detail comment email this

Background about the execution of this British monarch in January 1649. In this essay, the author presents an argument that this regicide was "a solution made thinkable by ... [existing] aspects of English political culture and history." Includes material about his trial and a brief bibliography. Part of the British Broadcasting Corporation (BBC) British history site.
http://www.bbc.co.uk/history/british/civil_war_revolution/charlesi_execution_01.shtml
Topics: Notable People: Government

Last updated Jan 24, 2007


Former Afghan King Returns to Kabul view detail comment email this

An April 18, 2002 account of the return from exile of Mohammad Zahir Shah, former king of Afghanistan. From CNN.com.
http://archives.cnn.com/2002/WORLD/europe/04/17/afghan.king/
Topics: Heads of State, Notable People: Government, September 11 & Beyond

Last updated Oct 17, 2004


Frontline: The Princess and the Press view detail comment email this

This site focuses on the relationship between the British royal family and the media. Included are pictures from the tabloids, a transcript of the 1995 BBC interview with Princess Diana, interviews with prominent British journalists and writers (including Andrew Morton, who wrote a controversial biography of Princess Diana), readings (including one on Princess Margaret, "the Diana of her day"), and related links.
http://www.pbs.org/wgbh/pages/frontline/shows/royals/
Topics: Media, Notable People

Last updated Jan 4, 2009


Henry VIII: 500th Anniversary of Henry VIII's Accession to the Throne view detail comment email this

Presentation from 2009, the 500th anniversary of the accession to the throne of Henry the VIII, "one of the best-known monarchs in history. He is perhaps as famous for his many romantic entanglements as for being king." Some of the exhibition themes include ceremonials and pageantry, wives, wealth, war, and records and documents. From the UK's National Archives.
http://www.nationalarchives.gov.uk/henryviii/
Topics: Notable People: Government

Last updated May 19, 2009


Henry VIII: A 500th Anniversary Exhibition view detail comment email this

Companion to a 2009 exhibition about Henry VIII, who "became King [of England] in April 1509, at the age of seventeen. ... Henry's aggressive foreign policy and his sophisticated court, saw him play an important role as a European monarch until his death in 1547." Features images and brief commentary on topics such as Henry the VIII at Windsor Castle and Tudor succession. From the Royal Collection.
http://www.royalcollection.org.uk/microsites/henryviii/
Topics: Heads of State

Last updated May 26, 2009


Henry VIII: Man and Monarch view detail comment email this

Companion to a 2009 exhibition presenting "[k]ey documents from the life and times of Henry VIII, the pious yet bloodthirsty king whose reign forever changed the nature of England." View letters, diary entries, manuscripts, and other digitized materials relating to Henry VIII. Includes essays and videos clips from the British television series "Henry VIII: The Mind of a Tyrant." From the British Library.
http://www.bl.uk/onlinegallery/onlineex/henryviii/
Topics: Heads of State

Last updated May 26, 2009


His Majesty King Abdullah II: King of the Hashemite Kingdom of Jordan view detail comment email this

The official Web site of King Abdullah II and the royal family of Jordan. Highlights include biographical information, a detailed family tree, photos and background on the opulent royal palaces and cemeteries, King Abdullah II's philosophy, future plans for Jordan, and the history of Jordan. Available in Arabic and English. (Note: This site is best viewed in Internet Explorer.)
http://www.kingabdullah.jo/homepage.php
Topics: Heads of State, History By Place, Notable People: Government

Last updated Jun 18, 2003


In Depth: Charles & Camilla view detail comment email this

British Broadcasting Corporation (BBC) coverage of the April 2005 marriage of Prince Charles of England to Camilla Parker Bowles. It features articles on the reactions of Queen Elizabeth, the Church of England, the British government, and the public. It also includes background on the controversy, the family connections that link Prince Charles and Camilla, title changes, photos, and profiles of the couple.
http://news.bbc.co.uk/2/hi/in_depth/uk/2005/charles_and_camilla/default.stm
Topics: Photograph Collections: Regional

Last updated Sep 8, 2009


Joan's Mad Monarchs Series view detail comment email this

Short historical biographies of royalty who developed varying forms of extreme behavior in their reigns, such as paranoia, megalomania, or psychotic episodes. Examples include Ivan the Terrible of Russia, George III of England, Emperor Gaius Caligula of Rome, and Charles VI of France. "Although not all Royals in this series were clinically mad, they certainly were peculiar." From a hobbyist.
http://www.madmonarchs.nl/
Topics: Heads of State, Notable People: Government

Last updated Mar 24, 2009


King George III Topographical Collection view detail comment email this

Collection of over 2,500 "watercolours, drawings and prints from the vast collection amassed by a monarch for whom geography was a personal passion as well as a professional necessity." View highlights or browse the entire collection. Includes an essay about George III and the collection. From the British Library.
http://www.collectbritain.co.uk/collections/ktop/
Topics: Notable People: Government

Last updated May 29, 2007


The Life and Times of Queen Elizabeth I, 1533-1603 view detail comment email this

This detailed and thorough site contains information about her early life, major events of her reign, even her wardrobe. Topics include life in Elizabethan England, the status of women, the church, and the structure of the government. Glimpses of Elizabeth the person are revealed in the FAQ and through a collection of quotations. Includes bibliographies and film listings. From a hobbyist who has been "reading about, and studying, the Queen's life and reign for a long time."
http://www.elizabethi.org/
Topics: Heads of State, History By Place, Notable People: Government, Notable People: Women

Last updated Feb 28, 2005


Mary, Queen of Scots, and the Earl of Bothwell view detail comment email this

This article looks at Mary, Queen of Scots (Mary Stuart), "the role of Mary's lover, the Earl of Bothwell, and the web of intrigue that surrounds ... [the] 16th-century murder mystery" in which "Lord Darnley, the husband of Mary, Queen of Scots, was murdered" in 1567. Includes a brief bibliography and links to related information about Mary, Queen of Scots, and Scottish monarchy and history. From the British Broadcasting Corporation (BBC).
http://www.bbc.co.uk/history/british/tudors/mary_queenscots_bothwell_01.shtml
Topics: Heads of State, History By Place, Mysteries and More, Notable People: Government, Notable People: Women

Last updated Jul 28, 2006


Medical History of American Presidents view detail comment email this

This resource "tabulates the illnesses of American Presidents and other notable people." In addition to the presidents, the site discusses the health of American vice presidents and presidential candidates, English royalty, and historical figures. It also lists the names of some of the presidents' physicians. From a physician/hobbyist.
http://www.doctorzebra.com/prez/
Topics: Notable People: Government, The United States Presidency

Last updated Nov 14, 2008


Monaco's Albert Ascends to Throne view detail comment email this

Article from November 2005 about how "Prince Albert II has been enthroned in the tiny principality of Monaco, ending a process that began when he was sworn in before his subjects in July." Albert is the son of Prince Rainier III and Hollywood actress Grace Kelly. Includes photos, a video clip, and links to related stories. From the British Broadcasting Corporation (BBC).
http://news.bbc.co.uk/2/hi/europe/4451622.stm
Topics: Notable People: Government

Last updated Nov 22, 2005


Monarchies of Europe view detail comment email this

Genealogical tables for European royalty, including royalty from Britain, Denmark, Sweden, Russia, Spain, France, Greece, and more. Also includes supplemental information on topics such as hemophilia and intermarriage in Queen Victoria's descendents, and links to related sites. From a European royalty genealogy enthusiast.
http://www.btinternet.com/~allan_raymond/Monarchies_of_Europe.htm
Topics: Families, Heads of State, History, Hobbies, Notable People: Government, People, Regions of the World

Last updated Dec 8, 2004


Napoleon view detail comment email this

Web companion to the PBS film, part of the Empires series, covering Napoleon Bonaparte's life with commentary by featured historians. Napoleon's marriage to Josephine, politics in France during this time, and in-depth articles about specific campaigns are included. Information about the film production, video clips, a battlefield simulator, a screen saver, teacher's resources, a comprehensive bibliography, and links to other sites are available.
http://www.pbs.org/empires/napoleon/
Topics: Heads of State, Notable People: Government

Last updated Feb 14, 2003


The Napoleon Series view detail comment email this

This extensive site is dedicated to the study of Napoleon Bonaparte and the era in which he lived. It contains articles and book reviews written by amateurs and professionals, a FAQ, a discussion forum, and related links. Primary documents include diplomatic documents, memoirs, maps, and battle lists. Created and maintained by a team of amateur historians and Napoleon enthusiasts.
http://www.napoleon-series.org/
Topics: Heads of State, Notable People: Government

Last updated Feb 5, 2007


Napoleon.org view detail comment email this

This highly graphic site covers Napoleon Bonaparte's life in pictures and documents (more in the French version). There is a searchable database of places to find Napoleonic information around the world, links to other Napoleon sites on the Web, and an excellent art exhibit of caricatures of Napoleon. From the Napoleon Foundation.
http://www.napoleon.org/en/home.asp
Topics: Heads of State, Notable People: Government

Last updated Feb 14, 2003


Niccolo Machiavelli — The Prince view detail comment email this

This Web site, dedicated to Machiavelli's treatise "The Prince," includes a full English translation, an outline, a summary, and highlighted quotations as well as a brief biography of the author.
http://www.the-prince-by-machiavelli.com/
Topics: Heads of State, Nonfiction by Genre, Notable People: Government, Politics, Social Science

Last updated Aug 27, 2003


Noble Hounds and Dear Companions view detail comment email this

Gallery of photos from a publication "that celebrates the relationship between the [British] Royal Family and their canine companions from the 1850s to the present day." Includes images such as "Princess Elizabeth, Charlotte the parrot, Queen Mary, the Earl of Athlone and Snip the terrier" and "The Duke of York holding a pug." Note: link to print version details is no longer available. From the Royal Collection.
http://www.royalcollection.org.uk/microsites/noblehounds/
Topics: Notable People: Government, Pets

Last updated Jan 6, 2009


The Official Web Site of the British Monarchy view detail comment email this

Monarchy Today has information about the Queen, her role, household, finances, working day, ceremonies, etc. Art and Residences gives details on the history and role of the palaces and information on the collections and exhibits of jewels and art. Royal Family lists family members by title and has Golden Jubilee information, and memorials to recently deceased family members. There is also a History of the Monarchy .
http://www.royal.gov.uk/output/Page1.asp
Topics: Heads of State, Notable People: Government

Last updated Feb 14, 2005


The Origins of the Maori King Movement view detail comment email this

"This feature was prepared to mark the 40th anniversary of the coronation of the Maori Queen ... in May 2006. On 15 August 2006 came the sad news that she had passed away. Six days later her eldest son ... was confirmed as her successor." Features history about the Maori King Movement in New Zealand, images, and links to related material. From the New Zealand Ministry for Culture and Heritage.
http://www.nzhistory.net.nz/politics/maorikingmovement
Topics: History By Place

Last updated Aug 21, 2006


Prince Jonah Kuhio Kalanianaole view detail comment email this

Images and brief biographical information about Jonah Kuhio Kalanianaole, "prince of the reigning House of Kalakaua when the Kingdom of Hawaii was overthrown in 1893." He served as a delegate to the U.S. congress from 1903-1922. March 26, his birthday, is a holiday in Hawaii. From a Hawaiian travel site.
http://www.aloha-hawaii.com/hawaii/prine+kuhio/
Topics: Notable People: Government, U.S. History By Place

Last updated Feb 9, 2006


The Prince of Wales view detail comment email this

"The official website of TRH The Prince of Wales [Charles] and The Duchess of Cornwall [Camilla], Prince William and Prince Harry." Features information about the charities, foundations, interests, and activities of these members of the British royalty. Includes information about the Prince of Wales and the Duchess of Cornwall's official trip to New York, Washington, D.C., and San Francisco in November 2005. Also includes photos and the text of speeches.
http://www.princeofwales.gov.uk
Topics: Heads of State, Notable People: Government

Last updated Nov 3, 2005


Profile: Ex-king Zahir Shah view detail comment email this

An October 2001 article on the life of Mohammad Zahir Shah, who returned to Afghanistan in April 2002 after 28 years in exile. From BBC News.
http://news.bbc.co.uk/2/hi/south_asia/1573181.stm
Topics: Heads of State, Notable People: Government, September 11 & Beyond

Last updated Sep 8, 2009


Queen Victoria's Empire view detail comment email this

Companion to a series of Public Broadcasting Service (PBS) documentaries about the British Empire during the reign of Queen Victoria. Includes illustrated essays about Queen Victoria's life and her reign, a timeline, background about characters important in the growth of the empire (such as  Benjamin Disraeli and  Cecil Rhodes), and transcripts of expert interviews. Also includes a game, lesson plans, and links to related sites.
http://www.pbs.org/empires/victoria/
Topics: Heads of State, History By Place, Notable People: Government, Notable People: Women

Last updated Jun 19, 2006


Res Publica view detail comment email this

This "international anti-monarchy Web directory" provides a compilation of annotated links to anarchist, discussion, humor, news, organization, and general sites. In English, Spanish, and French. From an enthusiast.
http://makepeace.ca/respublica/
Topics: Notable People: Government

Last updated Mar 16, 2005


Richard III Society, American Branch view detail comment email this

This site is devoted to the study of King Richard III; the Wars of the Roses; fifteenth-century England; and the reputation of Richard III in history, literature, and drama. It includes a library of full-text editions and extracts of fifteenth through nineteenth-century sources on the Ricardian controversy; a hypertext edition of the Shakespeare play; essays; and teaching resources. There are links to discussion lists, newsgroups, medieval and renaissance sites, research libraries, and booksellers.
http://www.r3.org/
Topics: Heads of State, History By Place, Notable People: Government

Last updated Jul 31, 2002


Roman Emperors (De Imperatoribus Romanis) view detail comment email this

Find biographical information on the rulers of ancient Rome. Included is a catalog with images of Roman coins that were issued with visages of the rulers and family members. There are also maps, including one for the city of Rome, topographical maps of selected portions of the ancient world, and of Europe dating from 1 A.D. through 1300 A.D. There is a battle index with a brief description and related maps. Stemmata (family trees) for many of the rulers are accessible through the Imperial Index .
http://www.roman-emperors.org/
Topics: Archaeology, Heads of State, History, History By Place, Notable People: Government

Last updated Jul 27, 2005


The Romanovs: Their Empire, Their Books: The Political, Religious, Cultural, and Social Life of Russia's Imperial House view detail comment email this

This online exhibition contains highlights from the Romanov collections held by the New York Public Library. "Collected by generations of Russian royalty, the spectacular books that once lined the shelves of their palace libraries are a tangible legacy of the Romanov dynasty that ruled the Moscow Tsardom and the Russian Empire for 300 years, until the Russian Revolution of 1917."
http://www.nypl.org/research/chss/slv/exhibit/roman.html
Topics: Heads of State, History By Place, Notable People: Government

Last updated Jun 4, 2009


Royal Genealogies view detail comment email this

Contains genealogies of European royal families. The author says the weakest part is in the French and Spanish lines of kings. Not searchable. From the ROOTS-L list.
http://ftp.cac.psu.edu/~saw/royal/
Topics: Families, Heads of State, History, Hobbies, Notable People: Government, People

Last updated Mar 15, 2006


Royal Residences: Buckingham Palace view detail comment email this

Read a detailed history of the principal seat of the British monarchy in London, England at this official site. Contains photographs and paintings which give a glimpse into the life and world of the British royal family.
http://www.royalcollection.org.uk/default.asp?action=article&ID=61
Topics: Architecture, Heads of State, Notable People: Government, Photograph Collections: Regional

Last updated Sep 24, 2009


The Royal Warrant Holders Association view detail comment email this

"Royal Warrants are a mark of recognition to people or companies who have regularly supplied goods or services for at least five years to certain members of the [British] Royal Family. ... Warrant holders are allowed to display the Royal Arms together with the words 'By Appointment.'" This site provides a history of royal warrants, a FAQ, and information about the current warrant holders (searchable by trade category, grantor, and company name).
http://www.royalwarrant.org
Topics: Notable People: Government

Last updated Feb 2, 2005


Royalty.nu: The British Royal Family view detail comment email this

This site features an annotated bibliography of books and DVDs about the Windsors. Topics include individual family members, the pros and cons of monarchy, scandals, and titles, rite and ceremonies. The site also includes a brief overview of the family and the order of succession, and links to related sites. From a royalty and book enthusiast, who notes that the site is intended as a starting place "for teens and adults only."
http://www.royalty.nu/Europe/England/Windsor/
Topics: Heads of State, Notable People: Government

Last updated Feb 16, 2005


The September 11th Sourcebooks: National Security Archive Online Readers on Terrorism, Intelligence and the Next War view detail comment email this

The sourcebooks, created in late 2001, cover terrorism, Afghanistan, anthrax, biological warfare, King Zahir, and Osama bin Laden; documents from the State Department and other government sources, some decades old, are accompanied by modern commentary from the staff of George Washington University’s National Security Archive.
http://www.gwu.edu/~nsarchiv/NSAEBB/sept11/
Topics: Infectious Diseases, Notable People: Government, September 11 & Beyond, Terrorism, War and Peace: Resources on Iraq, Weapons

Last updated Sep 12, 2002


Style & Splendour: Queen Maud of Norway's Wardrobe, 1896-1938 view detail comment email this

"This display shows the spectacular wardrobe of Queen Maud, the British Princess who became Queen Consort of the newly independent Norway in 1905. Daughter of Edward VII and Queen Alexandra, Maud was renowned for her fashionable style." Features images of evening dresses, daywear, sportswear, and accessories. From the Victoria and Albert (V&A) Museum in London.
http://www.vam.ac.uk/vastatic/microsites/1333_styleandsplendour/
Topics: Heads of State, History By Place, Notable People: Women

Last updated Jul 11, 2005


TimeRef view detail comment email this

This searchable site features timelines of events in Great Britain from 800 to 1499. "Maps show the locations of castles, abbeys, and cathedrals in England, Scotland, and Wales. Every person and building on this site has its own timeline and links to related subjects." Includes a glossary of terms, information on architectural styles, and three-dimensional images of buildings. Parts of the site do not display properly in Netscape.
http://www.timeref.org/
Topics: Architecture, Christianity, Heads of State, History, History By Place, Notable People: Government

Last updated May 3, 2005


Tudor England: 1485 to 1603 view detail comment email this

Biographical and historical information on Tudor monarchs, including Henry VII, Henry VIII and his six wives, Edward VI, Jane I (Lady Jane Grey), Mary I, and Elizabeth I; Tudor relatives; and other citizens. Includes images, primary sources (including letters written by Henry VIII's wives), life in Tudor England, genealogy, bibliography, and filmography. Frequently updated with new material. From a hobbyist.
http://englishhistory.net/tudor.html
Topics: Correspondence, Heads of State, History By Place, Notable People: Government

Last updated Feb 23, 2003


Tudor History view detail comment email this

Incredibly comprehensive and thorough site on English Kings Henry VII and VIII and Edward VI, and Queens Jane Grey, Mary I, and Elizabeth I. Also includes information on Henry VIII's wives; lists and biographies of important people in Tudor history; life in Tudor England; architecture; chronologies and glossaries; genealogical trees; primary sources (electronic texts and documents); and even Tudor humor. Numerous portraits, as well as pictures of architecture and maps.
http://www.tudorhistory.org/
Topics: Heads of State, History By Place, Notable People: Government

Last updated Feb 19, 2003


UK News: The Monarchy view detail comment email this

Collection of stories and opinion pieces about Britain's royal family. Includes links to material about the Queen Mother (1900-2002), Princess Margaret, the golden jubilee of Queen Elizabeth II in 2002, and the Act of Settlement. Includes photos and links to related sites. From the Guardian Unlimited, the online companion to the British newspaper The Guardian.
http://www.guardian.co.uk/uk/monarchy
Topics: Heads of State, Notable People: Government, Photograph Collections: Regional

Last updated Jan 19, 2009


Women Who Ruled: Queens, Goddesses, Amazons: 1500-1650 view detail comment email this

Female power is explored in this online exhibition of 100 Old Master paintings, prints, book illustrations, drawings, sculpture, and decorative arts objects from the Renaissance and Baroque periods. Visual representations and real stories of women who ruled, including Athena, Aphrodite, Catherine de' Medici, Elizabeth I, Eve, Helen of Troy, and Joan of Arc, are represented in this virtual tour of powerful women. From the University of Michigan Museum of Art.
http://www.umma.umich.edu/view/ONLINE/women/
Topics: Heads of State, Notable People: Government, Notable People: Women

Last updated Mar 15, 2006


World Statesmen view detail comment email this

This " is an attempt at a comprehensive and accurate list of the heads of state and heads of government for all countries and territories, going back to about 1700 or...earlier." Most entries also include brief historical outlines, flags, and links to national anthems and constitutions. There are lists of leaders of international organizations, war and colonial indexes, information on titles of nobility (in Introduction ), a bibliography, and links to related resources.
http://www.worldstatesmen.org/
Topics: Heads of State, Notable People: Government

Last updated Oct 4, 2004


Zárate's Political Collections (ZPC) view detail comment email this

This site from Spain has several useful lists: Political leaders, 1945-date; Latest changes and elections; Current leaders worldwide; Women world leaders, 1945-date; European governments, 1990-date; First African rulers; Current leaders longest time in office; and Rulers dead in violent circumstances, 1945-date. Nice collection of unannotated related links. Also has Political Obituary, 1990-date (in Spanish), short descriptions of leaders with date of death and basic political offices.
http://www.terra.es/personal2/monolith/
Topics: Heads of State, Notable People: Government, Politics by Place

Last updated Jan 22, 2006




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