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Unlocking Greatness: The Leadership Legacy of Octavian Augustus

Octavian Augustus stands out among ancient leaders, offering enduring lessons for leaders across generations. His reign, from 27 BCE to 14 CE, marked a pivotal transition from the Roman Republic to the Roman Empire. One of Augustus’s greatest leadership qualities was his ability to adapt to change.

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“Every contractor is a thief.”: Logistics, Insurgents, and the Art of War in Early Napoleonic Spain, 1808–9

Unexpected setbacks to Napoleon’s plan to control Spain at the onset of the Peninsular War (1808–1814) required the emperor to launch a 270,000-man counteroffensive into the heart of the country in late 1808 – culminating with the British defeat at the Battle of Corunna, January 16, 1809.

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Spy’s Mastery: The Art of Deception in WWII Spycraft

A WWII spy undergoing disguise training was taught a variety of techniques to alter physical appearance, including changes to hair color, style, and facial features.

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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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Splendors of the Adriatic: Seaside Inspiration in Alluring Jewelry

Picturesque little towns, turquoise-clear waters, and calming landscapes that fill you with some inner calm are just some of the reasons why the Adriatic Sea has been a source of inspiration for artists and artisans throughout history.

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