In Leipzig, Germany, lies the Monument to the Battle of the Nations, Europe’s largest monument.…
Robbie Mitchell

Robbie Mitchell
I’m a graduate of History and Literature from The University of Manchester in England and a total history geek. Since a young age, I’ve been obsessed with history. The weirder the better. I spend my days working as a freelance writer researching the weird and wonderful. I firmly believe that history should be both fun and accessible. Read More
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Nestled in the remote Namibian desert, Kolmanskop stands as a reminder of the impermanence of…
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In the world of card artistry, tarot cards stand as unique masterpieces. Regardless of personal…
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The Quran is old. The Bible, and especially the Old Testament (or Jewish Tanakh) is…
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Native American folklore has its fair share of monsters, but one chilling figure stands out:…
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In the history of cinema, a peculiar ban once prevailed: the prohibition of popcorn within…
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Hidden amidst the lush landscapes of Indonesia lies a mysterious archaeological site that has ignited…
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In the heart of Hong Kong, where the name itself means “fragrant harbor,” the essence…
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Inside the Smithsonian’s National Museum of Natural History, a world of wonders unfolds. With a…
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When it comes to biblical lore there is one character so shrouded in mystery and…
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Once a thriving spectacle, jai alai, America’s high-speed sport, has witnessed a stark decline. Originally…
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Sissel Tolaas, a Norwegian artist and scientist, is not your typical historian. Her domain of…
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History is full of strange cold cases, unsolved criminal investigations that can stay open for…
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The history of the potato chip is a rather unexpected tale. There are several different…
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Highgate Cemetery, nestled in the heart of London, bears witness to a fascinating history with…