French economist Jean-Baptiste Say recalls a time when an ounce of prevention might have saved many pounds of cure.

A conspiracy of European monarchs sought to delay Richard the Lionheart’s homecoming long enough for John to steal his crown.

Legend tells how Richard the Lionheart’s favourite singer found where Leopold of Austria had stowed him.

In April 1203, a royal prince and heir vanished from Rouen at just the right moment for King John.

A faithful feline bides his time until two criminals are brought to justice.

Richard I thought a veteran Crusader and conqueror of Saladin could handle a few French peasants.