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An Error of Embargoes: The Failure of Napoleon’s Continental System
Written by Fraser Barnes. In his quest to cripple and de-stabilise his greatest rival, Napoleon embarked on an economic policy that would ultimately bring about his ruin: the Continental System.
Navigating the Voyage of St. Brendan
Written by Jack McGlone. Voyaging into the unknown was a constant for the early Medieval explorer. What drove them? What did they write down? And, might their hope offer inspiration for us today?
Bangs of Expectations and Other Weird and Wonderful Christmas Traditions
Written by Sophie Whitehead. Christmas is filled with many weird and wonderful traditions, but where exactly did they come from? From Henry VIII’s turkeys to Mariah Carey’s Christmas Number One, each tradition has its own history.
Blemmyae: A History of the Headless Men
Written by Amy Hendrie. Mythical creatures of the past are usually characterised by images of the unicorn, the dragon, and the mermaid but the Blemmyae were a prominent feature of many ancient and medieval accounts and histories. Amy Hendrie explores their past and makes a case for their importance.
