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Ancient Scandinavia: What Was Life Like Before the Viking Age?
Ancient Scandinavia was settled later than other parts of Europe. The low temperatures and harsh conditions during the Pleistocene made the area less suitable
May 21, 1864: The Ionian Islands Unite With Greece
The French then occupied the Ionian Islands for eight years, during which Liston was built in an exact copy of Rivoli Street in Paris.
Valentine's Day 2024: Origins, Background & Traditions - Is it a big thing in your European country?
What are the historical origins and meaning of Valentine's Day? Get the facts. Learn how romantic cards and chocolates helped commercialize this day of love.
The Maastrict Treaty was signed on 7th of February 1992
https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Maastricht_Treaty
Three Students Just Deciphered the First Passages of a 2,000-Year-Old Scroll Burned in Vesuvius' Eruption
The trio used artificial intelligence to decode sections of the text, which appear to be a philosophical exploration of pleasure
104 years ago the Tartu Peace Treaty was signed. It marked Estonia's successful fight for freedom against Russia in the War of Independence.
https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Treaty_of_Tartu_(Estonia%E2%80%93Russia)
Plagues That Ravaged the Roman Empire Were Linked to Periods of Cold Weather
The changing climate may have had ripple effects that made people more susceptible to disease, new research suggests
These Paintings Reveal How the Dutch Adapted to Extreme Weather During the Little Ice Age
Artists like Pieter Bruegel the Elder and Hendrick Avercamp documented locals' resilience in the face of freezing winters and food shortages
Sorry for the repost, just realized the previous version was tagged in Spanish, and that languages changes do not federate.
On 26 January 1531, a 7.7 earthquake hit Lisbon. It wasn't widely documented until the rediscovery of contemporary records in the early 20th century
People who visited Portugal are probably aware of the 1755 earthquake: https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/1755_Lisbon_earthquake
List of all earthquakes in Portugal: https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/List_of_earthquakes_in_Portugal
Maes Titianus: A Roman Merchant’s Tale on the Silk Road
In the Footsteps of Maes Titianus: A Roman Merchant’s Intriguing Tale on the Historic Silk Road.
