Scythians: The Ancient Horselords of the Eurasian Steppe
Introduction When it comes to the popular history of nomadic groups, tribes (and super-tribes) like Huns and Mongols have had their fair share of coverage in various mediums, ranging…
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Huns: The Remarkable Super-Tribe of Horsemen from the Steppes
Introduction ‘Huns’ – the very word brings up the notion of hordes of horsemen swarming upon the resplendent Roman Empire, with their unkempt appearances, cacophonous…
Mongols: The Incredible Armies That Shook The Medieval World
Through the objective lens of history, let us discuss the Mongols, the most powerful and organized warrior culture of the 13th century AD.
Genghis Khan: 12 Things You Should Know About the First Great Khan
Introduction Often counted as the first Great Khan of the Mongol Empire (which went on to become the largest contiguous empire in history after his…
Ancient ‘pot dealers’ exchanged cannabis across continents 5,000 years ago
The transcontinental exchange of cannabis is not entirely a modern economic phenomenon; our ancestors took to the task almost 5,000 years ago while making their…
Workmanship Beyond Warfare: The Fascinating Case Of Scythian Gold Artifacts
The realm of the nomadic Scythians stretched all the way across the vast Eurasian steppes, with their center of power being mainly based along the…
