Category: Academic
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The Freedom of the North: The Rebirth of Nordism in Post-War Sweden
The idea of a pan-Scandinavian identity has existed from the medieval period to the modern day, but has never solidified under one institution. George Purdy explores the long history of Pan-Scandinavianism from Sweden and how it relates to mutual defense and security.
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Repatriating the Benin Bronzes: The Controversy Behind the British Museum
The repatriation of the Benin Bronzes, looted by the British in 1897, is crucial for restoring cultural heritage to Nigeria. Flora Gilchrist engages with this process, and why it should involve recognising the colonial history of these artifacts and fostering diplomatic efforts between the British Museum and Nigerian authorities.
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Mended Histories: The Emergence of Japanese Boro Textiles
Boro textiles are a traditional Japanese patchwork style popular among peasants in the Edo period (1600-1868). Eva Beere discusses how these garments represented class divides and connects with western ideas of thrift.
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Beyond Harlem: The Domestic and Transnational Impact of the Harlem Renaissance
The Harlem Renaissance was a deeply impactful cultural and intellectual movement concerned with widening black consciousness. Edie Christian traces its various domestic and transnational ramifications.
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Rethinking a Contested Analytical Lens: The Evolution of Gender in Imperial Historiography
Since the 1970s, gender has been perceived as a crucial analytical lens. Angelina Castrucci provides a history, and critique, of a fixed framework of gender.
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Sun to Silence: Türkiye’s Embarrassing Attempt at Creating a New Language
Language evolution has been a remarkable part of human history that has played a major role in developing new identities and ways of expression. Ami John discusses how the attempt to create a state-sponsored language theory in Turkey ultimately failed.
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“Princess, Queen, Icon”: Has Popular Culture Transformed How We Think of the Monarch?
Logan McKinnon’s piece discusses Andy Warhol’s artistic portrayal of Queen Elizabeth II, exploring how his work reflects cultural commentary, the fusion of art and consumerism, and the evolving image of the monarchy within the context of popular culture.
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Torches of Freedom: Smoking and Female Masculinity in France’s Early Twentieth Century
The cultural symbol of the cigarette is most often associated with men. Leila Hajek recasts the cultural history of the cigarette, discussing women’s appropriation of the traditionally masculine aesthetic in early-twentieth century France.
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