24 Apr 2024 Dawn of the Roman Empire: The Julio-Claudians By Mario Bartolini History & Tradition 0 When the citizens of Rome ousted their last king in 509 BC, power was divided between the magistrates, the Senate, and the assemblies of the people. This partition of authority, which characterized the institutional system of the Republic, was... Read More
22 Apr 2024 Viking Blots, Berserkers and Barbaric Blood Eagles By ashley cowie History & Tradition 1 Famed for their ruthless fighting skills and brave exploring, little is written about Viking religion and their day-to-day ritual practices which were arguably a more central component in Norse cultures than warring. Contrary to what pop-culture... Read More
17 Apr 2024 Love and Intrigue: Ruins of King Pierre I and Joanna l’Aleman's Forbidden Romance By Nicholas Costa History & Tradition 0 In the twilight of the medieval period, amidst the clash of crusades and kingdoms, unfolds the poignant saga of King Pierre I de Lusignan and his courtier, Joanna l’Aleman—a forbidden love story that transcends the pages of mere chronicles to... Read More
10 Apr 2024 Athena Parthenos: Tales of Artistry, Myth and Athenian Glory By MartiniF History & Tradition 0 The city of Acte had not formally been bestowed with divine protection. However, its king, Cecrops, ushered a golden period so remarkable that the city was then renamed Cecropia and the gods acknowledged its splendor. Two of the gods that expressed... Read More
08 Apr 2024 Spice, Spice, Baby: The Dutch East-India Company By Scott Williams History & Tradition 0 Today’s world is run by massive corporations which are ever-present in the lives of everyone on the planet. Everything from computers, software, soft drinks, fast food, coffee and cell phones are branded, product managed, and mass-marketed to... Read More