Fabius Maximus: Roman Republic’s Strategic Virtuoso
In the ruthless powerscape of the Roman Republic, military leadership represented quite an opportunity for many ambitious young men.
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The Lure of Roaring Twenties: Social Life and Nightlife of the Jazz Age
The Roaring Twenties, often described as the Jazz Age, was an era that roared with exuberance, marked by radical changes in social life and a vibrant, electrifying nightlife scene.
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Vinum Romanum: The Role of Wine in Ancient Rome
Wine in ancient Rome was more than just a beverage; it was a symbol of status, a tool for diplomacy, and a cornerstone of daily life.
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The Ottoman Empire, Hungary, and the Protestant Reformation (II)
After the fall of Constantinople in 1453 Ottoman domination of southeastern Europe proceeded rapidly – causing a political and religious crisis within the Holy Roman Empire.
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The Ottoman Empire, Hungary, and the Protestant Reformation (I)
The fall of Constantinople in 1453 thrust the Ottoman Empire to the center of European affairs. News of the final collapse of the old (Eastern) Roman Empire spread rapidly throughout the continent and calls to fight the infidels were made by kings, nobles, and clergy alike.
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