France Tests Unarmed M51.3 Nuclear Missile Amid Ongoing Russian Invasion of Ukraine and Israel-Hamas War
In a move to bolster its nuclear deterrence capabilities, France test-fired its long-range ballistic missile M51.3 on November 18. After the launch of the missile, which was not carrying a nuclear weapon, the Defence Ministry said in a statement, “The flight has allowed to confirm a major improvement of the missile which will contribute to […]
Leonardo da Vinci (5/5): Retreat of the Italian genius in France under the patronage of Francis I
Neither the loss of an eye nor the paralysis of his right hand could stop Leonardo da Vinci from continuing to work during his last years. He died at the Château Clos-Lucé in France, where he lived a peaceful retirement, protected by his patron, the French King Francis I. Leonardo da Vinci accompanied Pope Leo […]
How Did Napoleon Get Crowned After the French Revolution?
Napoleon Bonaparte was born on August 15, 1769, on the island of Corsica. Napoleon is widely regarded as one of the greatest military commanders in history. However, his ascent from a promising military officer to becoming the first self-crowned emperor of France may not have been possible without another watershed event in French history. The […]