We hear about it all the time. It was a pivotal point in European history, paving … What Was ‘The Enlightenment’?Read more
Author: Elizabeth Lundin
Elizabeth Lundin is a Portland-based freelance writer and blogger who enjoys writing about history almost as much as she enjoys reading it: which is quite a lot.
The Human Imprint on the Shifting Sahara Desert
In a quest to understand global climate change and how the human race plays a part … The Human Imprint on the Shifting Sahara DesertRead more
Flower Pot Turns Out to be Roman Sarcophagus
OXFORDSHIRE, ENGLAND – In a twist of events, an antiques expert visiting Blenheim Palace realized that … Flower Pot Turns Out to be Roman SarcophagusRead more
2,000 Year-Old “Bear Cult” Left a Surprise in Siberia
UST-POLUI, SIBERIA – Archaeologists investigating Siberia’s ancient “bear cult” at an ancient ceremonial site within the … 2,000 Year-Old “Bear Cult” Left a Surprise in SiberiaRead more
Huge Cache of Legendary Metal Found in Ancient Shipwreck
SICILY ITALY – A team of Italian divers have recovered a cache of rare metal that … Huge Cache of Legendary Metal Found in Ancient ShipwreckRead more
Facts You Didn’t Know About History’s Greatest Composer
Wolfgang Amadeus Mozart was born in 1756. He was considered one of the greatest composers of … Facts You Didn’t Know About History’s Greatest ComposerRead more
The Historical Cultivation of the Amazon Rainforest
According to botanical and archaeological record, the Amazon Rainforest as we know it today is a … The Historical Cultivation of the Amazon RainforestRead more
8 Awesome Facts About Ancient Egypt
Ancient Egypt was truly a fascinating place. The modern world has been captivated by it ever … 8 Awesome Facts About Ancient EgyptRead more
Modern Warfare Is Having a Devastating Effect on Ancient Monuments
Scientists are beginning to research the hidden effects modern warfare has on important World Heritage Sites … Modern Warfare Is Having a Devastating Effect on Ancient MonumentsRead more
Who Lived In Italy Before the Romans?
In most history classes, the story of Italy begins with the Romans, but the Romans weren’t … Who Lived In Italy Before the Romans?Read more