Ancient History

  • Indigenous Roots of Southern Cuisine

    The post discusses the rich culinary history of the Southeastern United States, highlighting that many soul food dishes have Native American origins. It emphasizes the intermixing of indigenous and European food traditions, particularly the importance of crops like corn, beans, and squash. The author finds this heritage fascinating and encourages exploration of native histories.

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  • The Possible Pacific Connections

    The content explores pre-Columbian Pacific contact between the Americas and Polynesia before 1492, highlighting evidence of voyages and genetic links. It discusses various theories of contact, including Japanese shipwrecks and the possibility of Polynesians reaching South America. Ongoing research reveals significant, yet incomplete, historical narratives.

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  • The Rise of Tyranny

    The Rise of Tyranny

    Solon was aged and tired. He had served the people of Athens and they adored him. He had passed laws and maintained order and treated people with compassion while acting in the best interest of Athens, including laying the groundwork for Athenian democracy.

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