Talal’s enemies may have intended for him to be a glorified placeholder until his son took power, but the brief king made sure his name would forever be remembered in Jordan’s history.
Tag Archives: War
Promises, Promises
In 1951 the King of Jordan was dead and his heir, Prince Talal, was out of the country receiving medical care for schizophrenia. But was Talal actually sick or just a pawn in a messy political game?
Coming Up Short
Napoleon’s impact can still be seen throughout the world today. But is that a good thing or a bad thing?
The Big Short
This month the spotlight is on a short, narcissistic man who showed great promise in his life and career and lost it all in the end – and no, we are not talking about Stefanie’s ex-boyfriend. Join us on our newest adventure as we scrutinize one of the most famous men in history – Napoleon Bonaparte.
Sweet Dream or a Beautiful Nightmare
This week we are hitting you with a double dose of history and a little mystery as we explore how Ludwig II was removed from his throne and found dead within a matter of days.
ER: Emergency Royal
There is a rich history of royal women serving in hospitals during war, and most recently, during pandemics.
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Uneasy Lies the Crown 