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1977’s Memorandum: Finding a Solution for the Arms Race

Italian memorandum from 1977 reveals three solutions for the problem of the arms race. The solutions proposed by the Soviet Union, Denmark and Warsaw Pact reflect the great tension that marked the geopolitical scene during the 1970s.

Posted On : January 4, 2021 Published By : Ivana Tucak
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The Truth About Wearing Eyeglasses. From 1802.

In the years before the 1800’s, “the nose that wore the spectacles” was always that of an informed person…

Posted On : November 28, 2020 Published By : Ivana Tucak
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The Forgotten Art of Letter Writing

Once upon a time, “Let’s grab a drink.” definitely wasn’t a way to ask someone on a date. If a Continue Reading

Posted On : November 25, 2020 Published By : Ivana Tucak
Charles Bridge in Prague
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Propaganda: The Covert Agenda That Was Created in 1976

Charles Bridge in Prague in the 1970s (Photo: Vitold Muratov/ Creative Commons CC BY-SA 4.0)   In the early 1970’s, Western Continue Reading

Posted On : November 21, 2020 Published By : Ivana Tucak
Stasi Headquarters in Berlin- Lichtenberg
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What Did the Stasi Do After They Arrested Agents From a Restaurant?

The former headquarters of the Stasi in Berlin- Lichtenberg (Photo: Andreas Praefcke/Creative Commons Attribution-Share Alike 2.5 Generic license)   In Continue Reading

Posted On : October 26, 2020 Published By : Ivana Tucak

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