Sam Kelly explains how Queen Victoria became a huge fan of drugs—and how she brought China to its knees because of it.

A new book claims Queen Victoria used cocaine, cannabis and laudanum during Britain’s global opium trade. Queen Victoria ascended the throne in 1837 at just 18 years old, inheriting an empire that was ...

This video presents an overview of all 85 of Queen Victoria's great-grandchildren, including 7 monarchs, 6 consorts, and 4 heirs who never ascended to the throne, as well as nobles and commoners with ...

Queen Margrethe abdicated in January 2024, and her son, King Fredrick X, has succeeded her. This video provides a ...

On February 10, 1840, Queen Victoria and Prince Albert married at Chapel Royal in St. James Palace. Mutual love and affection characterized their marriage, an uncommon practice at the time. The ...