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Robbie Mitchell

I’m a graduate of History and Literature from The University of Manchester in England and a total history geek. Since a young age, I’ve been obsessed with history. The weirder the better. I spend my days working as a freelance writer researching the weird and wonderful. I firmly believe that history should be both fun and accessible.

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11 June, 2024 - 21:29 Robbie Mitchell

What Happened After the Great Fire of London in 1666: Rise From Ashes

Following the devastating Great Fire of London in 1666 , the city faced immediate and long-lasting repercussions. The fire, which began at a bakery on Putting Lane, quickly engulfed the majority of...

10 June, 2024 - 21:14 Robbie Mitchell

Late Republican Era Rome's Influential Generals (Video)

The transformation of Rome during the Late Republican era was marked by a series of significant changes, particularly in its military and political landscape. From 133 BC to 27 BC, Rome experienced a...

10 June, 2024 - 00:26 Robbie Mitchell

Suleiman the Magnificent's Journey from Life to Death

The reign of Suleiman the Magnificent, spanning 46 years, reshaped the Ottoman Empire through both conquest and unconventional personal choices. Unlike his predecessors, Suleiman pursued a different...

8 June, 2024 - 20:48 Robbie Mitchell

How Did the House of Medici Pioneer the Creation of the First Bank? (Video)

In the 12th century, the Medici family transitioned from their humble origins in the Tuscan village of Cafaggiolo to become one of the most influential families in Florence. Initially benefiting from...

7 June, 2024 - 23:21 Robbie Mitchell

The Never-Ending Evolution of Time (Video)

The concept of time, while deeply ingrained in human society, is a construct that has evolved over millennia. Early humans initially marked the passing of time by observing natural phenomena, such as...

7 June, 2024 - 23:04 Robbie Mitchell

Exploring Corpus Christi: Faith, Culture, and Folk Tradition

The Feast of Corpus Christi, or the Dies Sanctissimi Corporis et Sanguinis Domini Iesu Christi, is one of the Catholic Church's most vibrant celebrations, celebrated across the world via an array of...

Mummified crocodile with numerous infant crocodiles adhering to the back

6 June, 2024 - 23:00 Robbie Mitchell

Preserving the Crocodile Mummy at The British Museum (Video)

The conservation of the crocodile mummy at The British Museum is a meticulous process led by Barbara Wills, an expert in the department of Conservation and Scientific Research. The crocodile mummy ,...

5 June, 2024 - 22:48 Robbie Mitchell

Did Homo Antecessor Cause Its Own Destruction? (Video)

In the annals of human evolution lies a grim chapter marked by the ancient species known as Homo antecessor. Fossil evidence from around 800,000 years ago, unearthed in what is now Spain, paints a...

The investiture of Ardashir I, famous carving from Naqsh-e Rustam, Iran.

4 June, 2024 - 20:52 Robbie Mitchell

The Sasanian Empire: Iran's Ancient Might (Video)

The Sasanian Empire , also known as the Second Persian Empire, holds a significant place in the history of Iranian culture. Rising from the ashes of previous empires, it reached its zenith under the...

4 June, 2024 - 00:12 Robbie Mitchell

The Parthians: Rome's Primary Adversary (Video)

The Parthians, though less renowned than their Persian and Roman counterparts, played a significant role in shaping the ancient world. Emerging from the nomadic Parni tribe in eastern Iran, the...

1 June, 2024 - 22:55 Robbie Mitchell

The Brutal Reality of Viking Raids (Video)

In the annals of history, the year 793 marked a chilling turning point for the tranquil lands of Northumbria. Legends spun tales of ominous storms and mythical dragons hovering over Lindisfarne...

The twelve interior panels of Jan van Eyck’s Ghent Altarpiece

1 June, 2024 - 11:52 Robbie Mitchell

From Manuscripts to Masterpieces: A Fascinating Dive into Medieval Art

You can tell a lot about a period from its art. For historians, medieval art offers a window into the cultural and artistic expressions of the Middle Ages. Spanning from the decline of the Roman...

31 May, 2024 - 21:20 Robbie Mitchell

Visualizing Republican Rome's Splendor (Video)

Republican Rome , emerging from the ashes of monarchy, left a tangible legacy in the landscape of ancient Italy. With the expulsion of kings in 509 BC, Rome sought to carve its own identity. Temples...

Ollantaytambo aerial view, sacred valley in the Andes, Peru

31 May, 2024 - 19:06 Robbie Mitchell

Ollantaytambo: The Inca Fortress That Defied Conquistadors

Hidden away in Peru’s Sacred Valley, 2,792 m (9,160 ft) above sea level, lies Ollantaytambo, a powerful reminder of the ingenuity, power, and resilience of the Inca. Famous for its stunning...

AI image of the Roman Republic. Source: Alfaza503/Adobe Stock

31 May, 2024 - 00:55 Robbie Mitchell

Visualizing Republican Rome's Splendor (Video)

Republican Rome , emerging from the ashes of monarchy, left a tangible legacy in the landscape of ancient Italy. With the expulsion of kings in 509 BC, Rome sought to carve its own identity...

AI image of primitive man, delving into the mysteries of early human existence and survival in the ancient epochs of our evolutionary past. Source: Alla/Adobe Stock

30 May, 2024 - 21:00 Robbie Mitchell

Prehistoric Africa: A Terrifying Reality for Early Humans (Video)

Prehistoric Africa served as a gruesome theater of survival for early humans, challenging their very existence. Anthropologist Raymond Dart's grim portrayal depicts our ancestors not as idyllic...