18th century

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Scent and Sensibility: Fragrance in 18th Century Garden Culture

On the subject of the grand tapestry of garden design, fragrance weaves an intricate thread, infusing spaces with allure, symbolism, and sensory delight.

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Goulash: Culinary Icon of the Hungarian Puszta

There is always something special about the history of a certain dish, a unique blend of flavors, savors, and tastes. When you try Hungarian goulash, its enticing flavor and smell lead back to a bygone era when the vast Hungarian Puszta echoed with the calls of nomadic herders and shepherds. It was during these times, around the 9th century, that goulash emerged as a humble yet healthful dish, marking the inception of a culinary legacy that would endure for centuries.

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Enlightened Absolutism: The Nature of Power and The Role of the State

Enlightened absolutism, also known as enlightened despotism, was a form of government in the 18th century in which absolute monarchs pursued legal, social, and educational reforms inspired by the Enlightenment.

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Benjamin Franklin, “The Morals of Chess,” and History’s “Most Universal Game”

One of the most popular and novel games among educated citizens in colonial America was chess, and one of its most prominent advocates was the polymath and Founding Father Benjamin Franklin.

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Santísima Trinidad: A Mighty Warship of the 18th Century Sailing Era

The 18th century, often referred to as the Age of Sail, witnessed the emergence of powerful sailing vessels that played a pivotal role in shaping the course of history.

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