King Henry VIII’s first wife was Catherine of Aragon, a Spanish princess. Their marriage ended bitterly after 24 years due to Henry’s desire for a male heir and his love for Anne Boleyn. Catherine died in poverty, but remained popular with the people of England. The first wife of King Henry VIII of England was […]
Catherine the Great, born in Germany, married the Romanov crown prince Peter and became Tsarina of Russia in 1762 after deposing him with the help of enlightened political groups. She expanded Russia’s territory, freed serfs, and was a patron of the arts and education. She also put down a rebellion and granted nobles new privileges […]
The Catherine wheel, a popular firework in Great Britain, is named after Christian martyr Catherine of Alexandria. Its design includes a hub with explosives that spin and throw sparks when ignited. The firework may have been part of her Saint’s Day festivities. Care must be taken when lighting it. A Catherine wheel is a very […]
