Author: Bertie Atkinson

Bertie Atkinson is a history writer at Malevus. He writes about diverse subjects in history, from ancient civilizations to world wars. In his free time, he enjoys reading, watching Netflix, and playing chess.

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History

Deserter American Soldiers Were Hunted by Native Americans

Cartoon by William Charles from 1813 depicting a native warrior scalping a soldier.
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History

History of Black Slaves and Slave Trade in Africa

An artwork from the book "Moral Capital."
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History

How Strong Were Archers in History?

Archer sculpture by Salvatore Melani (1902-1934).
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History

Were Archers Vulnerable in Combat and Seen Weak?

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History

Mapuche People: The Last Conquered Native American Nation

Mapuche people and their leader Lautaro.
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History

Atlatl: One of the First Mechanical Inventions by Humans

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History

Harpies, Swamp Dragons, and Vampire Bats of South America

Abraham Ortelius, Theatrum Orbis Terrarum, 1570
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History

Tekkan: An Armor-Crushing Sword Without a Blade

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History

Kanabō: The Strongest Mace of the Samurai

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History

Jitte: Japanese Police Used Iron Rulers When Katana Was Too Sharp

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History

Akanbe: Meaning and Origin of the Facial Gesture

(Image: Adobe Stock, freehand)
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History

Yubitsume: A Japanese Way of Reflection, Arbitration, and Protest

Yubitsume in the manga "Bucho Shima Kousaku."
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History

Greek Fire: A Secret Weapon Stopped The Arab Invasion of Europe

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Architecture

The Illinois Tower: Chicago’s Mile-High 1956 Skyscraper

The Illinois Tower by Frank Lloyd Wrights.
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History

Varangian Guard: Vikings Protected the Byzantine Emperor with Their Fearsome Broad Axes

The Varangian Guard in the Chronicle of John Skylitzes (11th century)