Welcome to History Deep Dives, where we explore the fascinating facts, forgotten figures, and complex politics of eras like the Tudor, Elizabethan, and Stuart periods. Whether you’re curious about the real-life drama behind your favorite historical shows or want to separate fact from fiction in popular film adaptations, this is the place to dig deeper. From analyzing royal marriages and court intrigue to examining how accurately a series like The Spanish Princess or Mary Queen of Scots reflects the true past, our deep dives bring history to life and uncover what really happened behind the crown.
Moloch is one of the most disturbing figures in ancient religion: a god (or demon) associated with child sacrifice, fire, and judgment. But was he Baal, Cronos, or something darker? This deep dive explores Moloch’s origins in history, the Bible, and mythology and how he lives on in modern fiction, including in Moloch Rising.
Dive deeper into topics of interest with me, from articles on the Tudors to Jack the Ripper and Alfred Hitchock!
Sir Thomas Lovell may not be a household name, but behind the scenes of Henry VII’s court, he was one of the most powerful and dangerous men in England. A ruthless spymaster, political strategist, and royal enforcer, Lovell operated in…
Who was Pontius Pilate? Tyrant or reluctant judge? Explore the historical records, Jewish accounts, and Biblical contradictions surrounding one of the most debated figures in history.
James Cameron’s Titanic is known for its sweeping romance and stunning accuracy, but not every portrayal was fair. In this article, I revisit the real people behind the film’s “disgraced heroes,” including First Officer William Murdoch, Second Officer Charles Lightoller, Captain Smith, and the indomitable Margaret Brown. Did the movie get their stories right or rewrite history?
How did Henry VII use art, theater, and divine symbolism to legitimize his rule, and what can that teach us about storytelling today? Discover how medieval allegory shaped history, faith, and even Shakespeare.
Meet the real-life minister who gave his life so others could find eternal hope amid the icy waters of the Titanic.
From the shipyard to the Atlantic, Thomas Andrews gave Titanic her strength and her humanity.
A powerful reflection on England’s first queen consort, her unshakable faith, her feminist legacy, and why her story still matters today.
A look at the brilliant Victorian physician behind Sherlock Holmes, and his fictional second life in The Giftsnatcher, where science and supernatural secrets collide in 1880s Edinburgh.
