Just like in case of guides, it would be silly to create original pages with a history of the Czech Republic. Instead of this we are providing some links to pages concerned with history:

History of the Czech Republic by Tom's Travel Guide
... and some other related sites:



About 1968
The recent Velvet Revolution has made many forget that in 1968, Prague was expressing democratic sentiments as well as nationalist aspirations. The Warsaw Pact responded by sending in the tanks. Here are photos.

Czech Velvet Revolution of 1989
Remembering the Velvet Revolution by BBC.


History of Beer in the Czech Lands, The
Read here how the first Czech brewery was built in 1118 and how, in the 13th century, the king persuaded the Pope to permit the brewing of beer. (That would be Good King Wenceslas, of Christmas carol fame. )

Prague Castle
This historical reflection on the central focus of the city of Prague includes many photos of the castle and environs. Built around 870, the structure has been the site of numerous historical events.

Prague's History
The history of the city, which began as three separate towns clustered around Prague Castle, built around 870. The city is renowned for its largely intact medieval buildings.