Throughout the 18th century, Britain’s army fought across Europe, North America, and Asia, earning a reputation for ...

During the 17th century, Europeans were increasingly exposed to world cultures that existed around them. Travel by sea happened for more than just explorers commissioned by governments, but for ...

THE “Project for Bringing About Perpetual Peace in Europe” did not receive rave reviews when published in 1713. Voltaire thought the author, the Abbot of Saint-Pierre, was deluded. “The peace…will no ...

Beyond its historical significance as a trading port, Macao, a city located on the southern coast of China, played a surprisingly central role in shaping the artistic landscape of 18th-century Europe.

BRATTLEBORO — The Ensemble Amphion Baroque will present a musical journey through 17th- and 18th-century Europe at the Centre Congregational Church, 193 Main St., Brattleboro, at 7 p.m. on Sept. 22.

DUBROVNIK, Croatia (AP) — A sunken 18th-century boat has been discovered by chance near the majestic stone walls of Croatia’s medieval city of Dubrovnik. Ivan Bukelic was working on a water pipeline ...

JAMAICA — The Ensemble Amphion Baroque will present “a Musical Journey Through 17th and 18th Century Europe” at the Jamaica Town Hall on Route 30 in Jamaica Vermont on Tuesday, Aug. 8 at 7 p.m. The ...