Whether a lover of music, a lover of delicious southern food, or just a fan of culture and history, Memphis, Tennessee – home of the blues and the birthplace of rock ‘n’ roll – is a great place to spend … Continue reading Travel Guide: A Weekend in Memphis, Tennessee
Deep in the lesser-known side of New York, USA lies a small village full of obscure and rich history. As we cover the compelling Legend of Sleepy Hollow, there will come a greater understanding of the infamous tale. Followed by … Continue reading The Compelling Legend of Sleepy Hollow
Throughout the ages in the history of humanity, influential figures have engaged in displaying their mark through architecture and culture. With the addition of Edinburgh Castle: The Unbreakable Fortress, we discover an epic story of durability, decisiveness, and survival. As … Continue reading Edinburgh Castle: The Unbreakable Fortress
For centuries, there have been many figures in England’s history that contributed to the foundation of the modern territory. Whether small or large influence, each figure gains proper recognition and celebration for its success in overcoming past hurdles. This week, … Continue reading William the Conquer: A Norman Icon
First Part of Stranger in a Strange Land In a previous article, I wrote about the history of stranger-friendship and hospitality in Greece and early America. In short, both cultures possessed strong traditions about hosting guests from the unknown. Honor … Continue reading Stranger in a Strange Land: Modern America
Deep in the depths of a new nation’s emergence, there comes a strong wave of influence by lesser-known factors. This time, we discover Pirates in America and their significance in a golden age in history. From obscure origins, charisma, and … Continue reading Pirates in America: A Golden Age in History
Introduction Bologna is a thriving city in northern Italy that has a rich history. Some cities make an effort to make their history more visible underneath modern additions. In contrast, Bologna’s medieval heritage sticks out like two, very sore thumbs. … Continue reading The History Behind Medieval Skyscrapers in Bologna and Comparison to Modern Architecture
In recent times Come to a LEGO town named “Salo”! Salo is tiny, but growing. It has houses, a church, a bell tower, and more big buildings under construction. In just 1 month, it’s accumulated a lot of history. Ancient … Continue reading Short Stories: A Deep Time History of the Lego Town Called Salo
On May 27th, 2021 the Tk’emlúps te Secwépemc First Nation revealed they had discovered the remains of 215 Indigenous children at Kamloops Indian Residential school in British Columbia. The school never reported the deaths of these children, some of whom … Continue reading Canada Grieves the 215 Indigenous Children Found in Mass Grave at British Columbia Residential School