Roman roads were both a product of empire and a key ingredient to its success. Traditionally founded on 21 April 753 BC, Rome didn’t formally become an Empire until 27 BC. That’s when the Senate named Octavian princeps (first citizen). With nothing more than waning traditions restraining them, he and… Read more“Map Monday, Roman Roads an Enduring Legacy of Empire”
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Map Monday, Territorial Disputes and Unclaimed Lands
Territorial disputes rank as one of the leading causes of wars between nations. According to the UN there are more than 150 such disputes between member states. For more details follow this link to an interactive map of territorial disputes. Dangerous Simmering Territorial Disputes China and India fought a war… Read more“Map Monday, Territorial Disputes and Unclaimed Lands”
Map Monday, A Brief History of Christmas Trees
Modern Christmas trees trace their origins to renaissance Germany. Some attribute the beginning to Martin Luther. In addition to his Ninety-Five Theses, which disputed the efficacy of Indulgences – a big money raiser for the church – he’s also credited with placing lit candles on an evergreen tree. There’s no… Read more“Map Monday, A Brief History of Christmas Trees”