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By the late twenties, Europe—France especially—appeared to have put the bad old days of economic strife behind them. A few voices warned that this boom time would have inevitable consequences, but the majority weren't listening. Part 4 of 8.
King Harold of England has to take on two invasion forces. First, his brother Tostig attacks the south coast. He is repelled, but there is more to come. Later in the year, a vast Viking invasion force led by King Harald Hardrada of Norway lands in the north of England. Harold rushes to Stamford Bridge to fight for his kingdom and for his life. Meanwhile, Duke William of Normandy is ready to invade, but storms keep his invasion fleet trapped in port. Part 2 of 3.
A political struggle between De Gaulle and the Allied forces is taking place behind the scenes. Americans intend to administer France, once fully freed. But for De Gaulle, the only legitimate government is the one he has led from exile since 1943. Part 2 of 3.
Aftermath And Injustice: As World War II ended, the hunt for the Nazi criminals began. Amid a battle for justice, there was also the search for the property the Nazis had stolen. Part 4 of 4.