Queen Elizabeth II (Monarchs)

Her Majesty Queen Elizabeth II (Elizabeth Alexandra Mary Windsor), styled HM The Queen ( born 21 April 1926) is the queen regnant and head of state of Antigua and Barbuda, Australia, the Bahamas, Barbados, Belize, Canada, Grenada, Jamaica, New Zealand, Papua New Guinea, Saint Kitts and Nevis, Saint Lucia, Saint Vincent and the Grenadines, the Solomon Islands, Tuvalu, and the United Kingdom of Great Britain and Northern Ireland.

King Arthur (Monarchs)

is a semi mythical figure, who is believed to have been a model King in the early history of Britain. Much of his early legend comes from the writings of Geoffrey of Monmouth (in the twelfth century). His works became popular, cementing the legend of Arthur in popular folklore. Throughout the ages, the legend of Arthur, has captivated the interest of writers and poets. In the nineteenth century, Tennyson, was instrumental in reviving interest in King Arthur through his poem, “Idylls of the King”

Robert I of Scotland (Monarchs)

(July 11, 1274 – June 7, 1329) is better known as Robert the Bruce. He was King of Scotland (1306 – 1329). He is famous for beating the English army at the Battle of Bannockburn near Stirling in 1314.

King Alfred the great 849-899AD (Monarchs)

Alfred was King of Wessex from 871 and was the founder of the modern English Nation. Up until that time the island of Great Britain was divided between different warring kingdoms. However, during his entire reign Viking invaders from Denmark, frequently landed on British soil causing much damage, fear and loss of life.

Diana Frances Mountbatten (Monarchs)

Princess Diana ( 1 July 1961 – 31 August 1997) was an iconic figure of the late 20th Century. During her life she was often said to be the most photographed person, appearing on the cover of People magazine more than anyone else. She epitomised feminine beauty and glamour. At the same time, she was admired for her groundbreaking charity work; in particular her work with AIDS patient,s and supporting the campaign for banning landmines. Married to Prince Charles in 1981, she received the title of “Her Royal Highness Princess Diana of Wales” She is the Mother of Prince William and Prince Harry 2nd and 3rd in line to the throne respectively.

Catherine The Great (Monarchs)

Catherine II, called Catherine the Great (Yekaterina II Velikaya; 2 May [O.S. 21 April] 1729 – reigned as Empress of Russia from 9 July [O.S. 28 June] 1762 until 17 November [O.S. 6 November] 1796).

Babur (Monarchs)

(1483 - 1530) was the founder of the Moghul Empire in India. He was a descendent of Genghis Khan and Timur, but, sought to establish a more lasting civilisation based on religious tolerance and promotion of the arts.

Charlemagne (Monarchs)

(Latin: Carolus Magnus or Karolus Magnus, meaning Charles the Great) (742 – 28 January 814) was King of the Franks from 768 to his death. He expanded the Frankish kingdoms into a Frankish Empire that incorporated much of Western and Central Europe. During his reign, he conquered Italy and was crowned Imperator Augustus by Pope Leo III on 25 December 800 as a rival of the Byzantine Emperor in Constantinople. 

Marcus Aurelius (Monarchs)

(121 - 180) was one of the great 5 Roman Emperors. He is widely regarded to be the model for a just Roman ruler. He combined statesmanship with a profound interest in stoic philosophy. His meditations reflect his thoughts on self enquiry and self-improvement.

Ramses the Great (Monarchs)

was the greatest ruler of Egypt, ruling for over 60 years until his death aged over 90 years old. Ramses inherited the throne in 1279BC. At the time Egypt was in a long drawn out war with the Hittites of Anatolia (now modern day Turkey).

Queen Victoria (Monarchs)

was born 24 May, 1819. She was the granddaughter of George III, and her father, Edward was fourth in line to the throne. But when the prince of Wales died early, his brothers sought to get married and maintain the line of succession.

Akbar The Great (1542 – 1605) (Monarchs)

Akbar was the greatest of the Moghul emperors, consolidating a large empire across India, and establishing a culture promoting the arts and religious understanding. Akbar was the son of Humayun, grandson of Babur, and became the third Moghul Emperor. Although the first part of his reign was taken up with military campaigns, Akbar displayed a great interest in a wide variety of cultural, artistic, religious and philosophical ideas. Akbar was also know for his religious tolerance and, although a Muslim, took an active interest in other religions.

Mary I of England

(18 February 1516 – 17 November 1558) was queen regnant of England and Ireland from July 1553 until her death. She was the only surviving child born of the ill-fated marriage of Henry VIII and his first wife Catherine of Aragon. Her younger half-brother, Edward VI, succeeded Henry in 1547. By 1553, Edward was mortally ill and because of religious differences between them, he attempted to remove Mary from the line of succession. On his death, their cousin Lady Jane Grey was at first proclaimed queen. Mary assembled a force in East Anglia, and successfully deposed Jane, who was ultimately beheaded. In 1554, Mary married Philip of Spain, and as a result became queen consort of Habsburg Spain on his accession in 1556.