Category: Features
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The Undisputable Magic of Lighthouses and Lighthouse Keepers
Darcy Gresham reflects on childhood dreams of becoming a lighthouse keeper, exploring lighthouses’ historical significance and evolution, despite modern automation making the role obsolete.
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Advancing African Liberation: The Role of Cold War Alliances in Portuguese Colonial Resistance movements
Jake Beecroft explores the complex impact Cold War alliances and ideology had on African Liberation movements. Specifically Beecroft highlights the strategic choices of Cold War superpowers in their alliances with countries in the process of decolonisation.
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A Faceless Symbol, Crazy Horse: The Last Man Who Was Ever Truly Free
Native American history is populated by many intriguing figures. Sam Mackenzie discusses Crazy Horse and his relentless pursuit of freedom.
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Boiling Over: The Indian Farmers Protest
The Farmers Protest is a significant moment in contemporary Indian history. Ami John details the causes and consequences of the protest.
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A Brief History of the Quakers
Quakers emerged from 17th century England, promoting equality, peace, and individual spiritual connection. Kate Phillips traces a brief history of the Quaker movement.
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Robert Bruce Lockhart: A Sidelined Scottish Spy
Robert Bruce Lockhart, a British secret agent, contributed significantly to espionage missions during significant 20th-century conflicts. Darcy Gresham explores the life and exploits of Scottish spy Robert Bruce Lockhart.
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Innovative Blasphemy: A Brief Investigation into Quebec’s Extensive and Unique Use of Language and Profanity
Language in Quebec reflects its complex history with French-English dynamics, religious influence, and ongoing cultural evolution through unique expressions. Helene Chaligne examines this important facet of the region’s history.
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Wake Up, It’s Time for Change: The Role of Coffeehouses in Revolutions
Eva Beere explores how coffeehouses facilitated revolutionary ideas and became spaces for challenging political norms throughout history and across cultures.
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