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  1. From Tradition to Destruction: The Lost Libraries of Chinguetti

    During the Middle Ages, Sahara outposts often found themselves filled with travelers, traders, and pilgrims passing through with their differing tasks. The pilgrims in particular interest us here, as they would sometimes meet and share religious scriptures amongst each other and with their hosts. One of the results of these interactions is unique libraries. However, the rare texts held at places like Chinguetti are in danger.

    dhwty - 24/02/2018 - 22:56

  2. The Powerful & Dangerous Janissaries and the Secret Plan to Destroy Them: The Auspicious Event—Part I

    The Janissaries (yeni-cheri, or “new troops”) were a small elite branch established by the Ottoman military sometime around the 14th century by Orhan Ghazi, second bey (chieftain), of the Ottoman Beylik or Emirate. The Janissaries corps was made up of Christian children who were either bought or captured and forced to convert to Islam.

    Cam Rea - 19/07/2017 - 15:28

  3. Halls of Ancient Wisdom: 7 Remarkable Ancient Libraries

    Throughout history, some of the world’s most powerful rulers have acknowledged one simple fact, knowledge is power. This fact led them to build monumental testaments to the pursuit of knowledge and the preservation of human wisdom. The ancient world was home to a large number of massive libraries that each held thousands upon thousands of texts. These ancient libraries became beacons of learning that stood as pillars of civilization, nurturing intellectual growth, and igniting the flames of discovery.

    Robbie Mitchell - 16/07/2023 - 14:58

  4. The Word ‘Freelancer’ Originates with Medieval Mercenaries

    Even though the word freelancer often feels omnipresent, very few know its etymology. In fact, freelancers have been around for a long time. The word freelancer has been traced back to Sir Walter Scott’s Ivanhoe, a romantic novel published in 1820 which is set in 12th century England.

    Cecilia Bogaard - 08/07/2022 - 01:56

  5. Gallowglass Mercenaries – The Notorious Norse-Gael Soldiers of Fortune

    The turbulent history of medieval Europe always called for abled and skilled warriors. Wars and battles depended on the ability of the soldiers, and a man who was skilled with a sword was a sought-after commodity. This gave rise to mercenaries - warrior elites that excelled in the craft of bloodshed. Some of these mercenaries arose in Scotland, Ireland, and England and were called the Gallowglass.

    Aleksa Vučković - 05/03/2020 - 18:04

  6. Meaningful Sacred And Profane Medieval Bestiaries

    Medieval European churches, constructed by men for the glory of the Creator, are adorned to varying degrees, with sacred and profane images. No figure nor detail in these stone encyclopedia is accidental and there are many subjects represented, but a precious source of inspiration for sculptors were the Bestiaries - didactic-moral works particularly in vogue in the West in the 12th and 13th centuries.

    Alessandra Filiaci - 04/11/2022 - 15:36

  7. Viking King Buried With a Pillow and Fine Silk, New Study Confirms

    It’s amazing what we can learn from ancient textiles and other artifacts with scientific analysis. The Viking burial textiles in the coffins of two powerful Danish Vikings are providing us with insights that would never have been possible without modern science.

    Ed Whelan - 09/10/2020 - 17:59

  8. The Bodleian Book Coffer: A Kindle Of The Middle Ages

    The Bodleian Book Coffer is a rare artifact from the Middle Ages which is believed to have been used for the transport of important books. The Bodleian Book Coffer was purchased by the University of Oxford’s Bodleian Libraries in 2018, hence its name. The precious object was the centerpiece of an exhibition at the Bodleian’ Weston Library, Thinking Inside the Box, which ran from the 19th of January to the 17th of February 2019.

    dhwty - 29/01/2021 - 01:05

  9. Ultimatum from the Sultan to the Powerful Janissary Military - Change… Or Die! Guess what they Chose? The Auspicious Event—Part II

    A force of disciplined, elite royal guards of the 15th and 16th century Ottoman Empire grew in size by seizing Christian children and raising them as civil servants and dangerous soldiers. The Janissaries, renowned warriors, soon spiraled beyond the control of the Sultans and became a political powerhouse; this was a powder-keg situation that was going to blow!

    Cam Rea - 21/07/2017 - 14:58

  10. Ancient Humans Bred Dangerous Cassowaries 18,000 Years Ago for Their Lunch

    Roughly 18,000 years ago, hunter-gatherers in New Guinea loved nothing more than a good fried egg and a lump of roasted bird meat. And to enjoy these treats more easily, they turned to bird breeding. They bred one of the deadliest birds on the planet: the Cassowary, with its terrifyingly sharp claws.

    ashley cowie - 03/10/2021 - 22:35

  11. The Celsus Library: 20,000 Scrolls Lost to History but Its Striking Architecture Remains

    Across the Greco-Roman world, there were many collections of scrolls, some kept by private individuals in personal libraries and others stored in public libraries such as the Great Library of Alexandria. One such library that, whose impressive ruins still stand today, is the Library of Celsus in Ephesus, Turkey. The Library of Celsus was the third largest library in Classical Antiquity.

    Caleb Strom - 04/12/2016 - 00:48

  12. Libraries: The Legacies Of Ancient Bibliophiles

    It can be argued of course, but a story has five important elements: the characters, the setting, the plot, the conflict and the resolution. These five essential narrative elements keep stories running smoothly and allow the action to develop in a logical way that readers can follow. However, an overlooked aspect of a story is where it is archived.

    ashley cowie - 14/06/2021 - 20:41

  13. Evidence Of Viking Mercenary District Found Near Istanbul

    Archaeologists in Turkey have found what they believe to be a Viking mercenary district near Istanbul.

    Ed Whelan - 27/08/2020 - 18:16

  14. Soldiers for Sale: Mercenaries from Ancient Times to Medieval Times

    Mercenaries are soldiers who are paid for their martial services from the pocket of their employer and from the spoils obtained in war. Most mercenaries once fought in professional armies before joining the motley ranks of private forces for hire. They have no allegiance to a nation unless that nation pays well and even that may be a temporary arrangement.

    Cam Rea - 24/09/2018 - 15:31

  15. Rock art: Life-sized Sculptures of Dromedaries Found in Saudi Arabia

    At a remarkable site in northwest Saudi Arabia, a CNRS archaeologist and colleagues from the Saudi Commission for Tourism and National Heritage (SCTH) have discovered camelid sculptures unlike any others in the region. They are thought to date back to the first centuries BC or AD. The find sheds new light on the evolution of rock art in the Arabian Peninsula and is the subject of an article published in Antiquity (February 2018).

    ancient-origins - 14/02/2018 - 01:41

  16. Where Did The Shardana, Warrior Mercenaries Of Egypt Originate?

    A 13th-century BC inscription of Ramesses II reads: “The unruly Sherden whom no one had ever known to combat, they came boldly (sailing) in their warships from the midst of the sea, none being able to withstand them,” referring to a group of mercenaries, called the Shardana / Sherden, famed to be the greatest of all warriors.

    Willem McLoud - 14/06/2023 - 17:28

  17. The World’s Most Magnificent Libraries (Video)

    Discover the allure of the world’s most magnificent libraries, where centuries of knowledge are housed in enchanting spaces.

    Robbie Mitchell - 27/08/2023 - 16:57

  18. Can the Babylonian Calendar Help Explain the Ages of Patriarchs Recounted in the Book of Genesis? - Part 1

    The ages of Adam and his descendants in the Book of Genesis appear incredulous when compared to the average lifespan of Man throughout history. Though there have been several attempts to justify the numbers mathematically, none can be applied to all cases equally. Can these outlandish figures be explained?

    Dean Talboys - 18/04/2018 - 14:01

  19. The Incredible World of Painted Skulls and Bone Houses

    Overlooking the Alps, in the idyllic Austrian mountain town of Hallstatt, a few hundred grave markers indicate the resting place of former residents.

    Sarah P Young - 31/05/2019 - 23:06

  20. Historical Chinese Gardens: Sanctuaries For The Mind And Body

    In a garden, art, science, nature and the mind collide. It is no surprise then, that many stories in ancient religions and philosophies are set in gardens. Christians believe that the Garden of Eden once existed before Adam and Eve were expelled from it, and the Hanging Garden of Babylon has captivated the creative imagination of humans for centuries.

    MartiniF - 15/04/2022 - 17:22

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