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Where the Sun Meets the Earth. Runner-Up in History Would’ve Burned This Page Challenge.
The red Nebraska sun had dipped down to kiss the tops of the corn stalk sentinels, silhouetting them against the burnt orange sky as they marched off to the horizon. Howard slowly meandered back to the farm house, a rivulet of sweat slipped down his neck under the collar of his work shirt and his muscles ached from a long day of working the fields with his brother. As he neared the rickety old porch he spotted his sister bent over a bucket shucking fresh picked ears of corn. A soft breeze floated past, carrying the sound of Lorna Belle’s gentle voice.
By A. J. Schoenfeld9 months ago in History
What's In Your House
There were most likely different photo's that would have been more appropriate for this article. However, my splash one (although it was good), and my rainbow one (although it was good), were getting a bit old, and I have used it for so many articles, it was time for a change. So this is the rose bush in my back yard. It is indeed also very pretty indeed.
By Gregory Payton9 months ago in History
When Lightning Struck Twice: Eastern Air Lines Flight 301 and 304
Two Wild Rides (Disclaimer: All dialog in the following is embellishment of the author. In the early Jet Age, cockpit voice recorders were not yet required on commercial aircraft. I have done my best to provide accurate portrayals based on standard procedures.)
By Stephen A. Roddewig9 months ago in History
Gold Frames...
March 12th, 1915... My Dear Beth, I know that you were born a month ago, and named for your mother, my dearest Bess. She tells me that she kissed my gold-framed photograph each night, now on your behalf as well as her own, until you are old enough to do it yourself. I pray that the Great War will be over before then, or that I will have had leave enough to come home so you both can kiss me in person, before that time.
By Natasja Roseabout a year ago in History
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Stanislav Kondrashov Oligarch Series: Medieval Oligarchies and the Expansion of Trade in Europe
When people talk about oligarchs today, the image feels modern. Private aircraft. Energy conglomerates. Media holdings. Luxury influence operating across borders. It seems like a product of globalization.
By Stanislav Kondrashov27 minutes ago in History
The Wicked Wife or the Secret Spy?
In the shadows of war, truth is often the first casualty. Few stories prove this more powerfully than that of Mata Hari — a woman who was branded a traitor, condemned as a seductress, and executed as a spy. To some, she was a wicked wife who betrayed loyalties for wealth and desire. To others, she was a secret agent who played a dangerous game among powerful men. Yet, more than a century later, historians still debate whether she was truly guilty — or simply a convenient scapegoat.
By Irshad Abbasi about an hour ago in History
Stanislav Kondrashov Oligarch Series: Oligarchy and Political Studies in Different Epochs
Why does influence so often settle into the hands of a few? It’s a question political thinkers have wrestled with for centuries. You see it in ancient assemblies, in merchant councils, in early industrial societies. Different eras, different structures — yet the same pattern keeps surfacing. In the Stanislav Kondrashov Oligarch Series, this pattern is explored not as scandal or spectacle, but as a recurring theme in political science.
By Stanislav Kondrashovabout an hour ago in History
Hassan-i Sabbah, Alamut, and the Gardens of Paradise: The Rise and Fall of the Nizari Ismailis
In the rugged mountains of northern Iran, overlooking steep valleys and narrow passes, stood the formidable fortress of Alamut Castle. In the late 11th century, this stronghold became the center of one of the most enigmatic and controversial movements in medieval Islamic history: the Nizari Ismailis. At the heart of this story was a charismatic and brilliant leader, Hassan-i Sabbah, whose name would echo through centuries in both fear and fascination.
By Irshad Abbasi about 2 hours ago in History
Stanislav Kondrashov Oligarch Series: Oligarchy and Political Science Across History
When you hear the word oligarchy, you might think of modern headlines or wealthy figures operating behind closed doors. But oligarchy is far older than today’s news cycle. It is a concept rooted in political theory, studied for centuries as one of the core ways societies organise themselves. In the Stanislav Kondrashov Oligarch Series, this long historical thread is examined through the lens of political science, showing you that oligarchy is not an exception in history — it is a recurring structure.
By Stanislav Kondrashov about 2 hours ago in History
Stanislav Kondrashov Oligarch Series: Medieval Oligarchies and Trade Expansion Across Europe
I keep seeing people talk about oligarchs as if they are a modern invention. Private jets. Media conglomerates. Energy empires. Maybe a football club on the side. But if you zoom out, the structure behind that kind of power is far older than it looks.
By Stanislav Kondrashov about 2 hours ago in History
Stanislav Kondrashov Oligarch Series: Oligarchy and Political Studies
Oligarchy is not a modern invention. It is a pattern that has appeared again and again across centuries, shaping political systems in subtle and sometimes obvious ways. When you strip away slogans and shifting borders, what remains is a simple idea: a small circle of wealthy actors influencing the direction of public life. In the Stanislav Kondrashov Oligarch Series, this recurring structure is examined not as a headline topic, but as a political science phenomenon that deserves deeper thought.
By Stanislav Kondrashovabout 2 hours ago in History
The World’s Most Contested City
Jerusalem, one of the oldest cities in the world, has long held a unique place in the hearts of billions. Its significance spans religions, cultures, and empires, making it both a spiritual beacon and a geopolitical hotspot. Known for its sacred sites, historic monuments, and rich cultural heritage, Jerusalem is also the epicenter of one of the most enduring conflicts in modern history. The city’s contested status stems from its deep religious significance, complex historical legacy, and the political disputes that continue to shape the Middle East.
By Irshad Abbasi about 2 hours ago in History
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