History

The persecution of so-called heretics, who were considered a deviant from the church faith in the historical context, played an important role in the Middle Ages. Beginning in the early 13th century and until the late period of the... [...]

In German history and culture, mythological figures like Arminius play an important role when it comes to symbolizing national identity, struggles for freedom and political ideals. These figures are often elevated to symbols that are used in the... [...]

The story of Arminius, an important Germanic leader and symbolic figure for resistance to Roman expansion, has fascinated people and writers alike for centuries. Over the centuries, numerous legends, myths and literary works have been... [...]

The Germanic origins and the famous Battle of the Teutoburg Forest have always shaped the imagination and are closely linked to Germany's national self-image. In the literature of the 19th century, this event was attempted... [...]

Over the course of the 20th century, illegal drug trafficking developed into one of the most complex and networked criminal activities worldwide. In particular, the transatlantic heroin trade was characterized by well-organized networks that were built on the islands of Corsica. [...]

Sorbian castle walls in Lusatia are not nice decorations in the landscape, but vulnerable centers of power of an early medieval society that are quietly decaying today. Whoever lets them forfeit accepts that a whole chapter... [...]

After the devastating years of World War II and the profound upheavals in France, a time began in Marseille, characterized by a complex interplay of political instability, organized crime and international intelligence operations. The city,... [...]

In the history of Germania, the political and military conflicts about Arminius play a central role. These conflicts, which ultimately led to his death, have been more complex and sustainable than at first glance... [...]

Against the background of the long and bloody clashes between Germanic tribes and the Roman Empire, a fascinating history that stretches over centuries and only through archival finds in the later course of time is revealed. [...]

Today, the earth is divided into a large number of sovereign states that see themselves as independent political units. Each of these states cultivates its own symbols, including the national flag and presence with the United States... [...]