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Saint Augustine in His Cell
Saint Augustine in His Cell by Sandro Botticelli, 1490-1494 CE.
Uffizi Gallery, Florence.
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The Trojan War ("Tainted Love" by Soft Cell)
Sorry, no Brad Pitt or Orlando Bloom, just Mrs. B and some black figure art.
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Konarak Sun Temple
The Konark or Konarak Sun temple is dedicated to the Hindu sun god Surya, and, conceived as a giant stone chariot with 12 wheels, it is the most famous of the few sun temples built in India. It is located about 35 km northeast of the city...
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Interview: UNESCO Archives Digitization Project
Ancient History Encyclopedia has partnered with the UNESCO Archives, which we are very excited about. Our mission aligns very much with UNESCO, wanting to bring about peace and international understanding to the world through cultural heritage...
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German 6th Panzer Division, 1940
A photograph showing tanks of the German 6th Panzer Division in 1940. (Imperial War Museums)
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Map of the United States, 1874
A map of the United States, showing each of its states, published by D.G. Beers & Co. in 1874.
From the Lionel Pincus and Princess Firyal Map Division, The New York Public Library.
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Map of Boston, 1775
A map of Boston and the surrounding country in 1775, during the time of the Battles of Lexington and Concord and the Battle of Bunker Hill. By J. DeCosta, 29 July 1775.
Library of Congress Geography and Map Division, Washington D.C.
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Landing of Columbus
Lithograph showing Christopher Columbus (1451-1506) and Native Americans, 1860-1880.
Library of Congress Prints and Photographs Division, Washington, D.C.
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Worms Cathedral
Photo of the Cathedral of St. Peter in Worms, Germany c. 1890-1906. Construction on the cathedral began in 1018. It has hosted a number of historical events, including the Concordat of Worms in 1122 and Martin Luther’s defense at the Diet...
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Oral Statement by the American Navy Admiral
Oral Statement by the American Navy Admiral, Japanese print showing three men, two seated and one standing, possibly Commander Anan, Perry, and Captain Henry Adams, second half of the 19th century. Library of Congress, Prints and Photographs...