1 - Who founded the Mughal dynasty?
2 - In the 960s, having been defeated in war by Pandulf (the Duke of Capua) and with Berengarius II (King of Italy) looking to take control of Rome, Pope John XII requested the help of which ruler?
3 - On the 16th April 1746, the last pitched land battle to have taken place in Britain took place, in which the hopes of 'Bonnie Prince Charlie' came to an end. What was the name of this battle?
4 - Which Greek city founded the most colonies in the 9th century BC?
5 - Which were the members of the Kalmar Union?
6 - Which of the following is NOT considered an American objective in the War of 1812?
7 - Which famous politician popularised the term "Iron Curtain" to describe the separation of Europe during the Cold War?
8 - How many women do most experts agree Jack the Ripper killed?
9 - All three times Mexico has been invaded from the sea (by the Spanish, by the Americans, and by the French), the invaders have landed at virtually the same location. Which modern Mexican city does that location correspond with?
10 - Of which country was Finland part before 1809?
11 - What is the oldest political party in the western world?
12 - In what year did Constantine the Great hold the Council of Nicaea?
13 - On which side did Japan fight in the First World War?
14 - From which civilization is this building?
15 - When was Kosovo declared independent?
16 - Which of the members of the triumviate died first?
17 - After whom was Virginia named?
18 - Of what Italian City was the flag below (with variations) the emblem?
19 - What is the date of Charlemagne's coronation?
20 - Which country employed Henry Hudson to find the famous 'NorthWest-Passage'?
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