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The Roman empire shaped the culture of the Western world against which all other great powers are compared. Stretching from the north of Britain to the Sahara, and from the Atlantic coast to the Euphrates, it imposed peace and prosperity on an unprecedented scale. However, the exception lay in the east, where the Parthian and then Persian empires ruled over great cities and the trade routes to mysterious lands beyond. This was the place Alexander the Great had swept through, creating a dream of glory and conquest which tantalized Greeks and Romans alike.

In the heart of India, Muriel Roscoe arrives to stay with her father, a distinguished general. When their fort comes under siege, General Roscoe entrusts the clever and fearless soldier Nick Ratcliffe with the critical task of ensuring Muriels safe escape. Their harrowing journey tests them both, leaving Muriel shaken by the experience. As they navigate their flight to safety, Nick finds himself captivated by her spirit. Will Muriel be able to move past her preconceived notions about Nick and see the true man behind the soldier? Can she reconcile the terrifying moments they shared with the ...

In Bronze Eagle, a captivating romantic historical novel, we find ourselves swept away during the tumultuous period of Napoleons return and his desperate bid to reclaim his Empire. The story follows a wealthy English businessman who becomes entangled in a passionate romance with an aristocratic young woman, navigating a landscape filled with intrigue, obstacles, and unexpected challenges. - Summary by deongines

Bald Eagles can weigh up to 15lb., and are between 28-38 inches in size. Their wingspan can reach up to 7.5 feet. (For comparison: an osprey’s wingspan reaches up to 6 feet, and a red-tailed hawk’s up to 4.8 feet). This expansive wingspan is ideal for soaring, keeping Bald Eagles aloft for longer periods without flapping their wings.Their impressive wingspan is more than decorative: it allows them to fly at dizzying heights! Bald eagles soar 10,000 feet or more into the air, using thermal air currents to support their glide. This allows them to conserve energy for more important activities...

The Eagle Flight Podcast is a production of the Envoy Master Executive Council tailored for Envoy ALPA members. We seek to keep our pilots informed of current affairs at Envoy Air Inc., and educate them on topics relevant to working in the airline industry.

AURN, in partnership with Flying Free Films, premieres an original, WGA scripted podcast series, “Invisible Eagles: Bessie Coleman," starring Oscar-nominated Quvenzhané Wallis as Bessie. Designed as an eight-episode EVENT, this ‘made for podcast’ project gives a dramatic account of America’s first Black female pilot. Invisible Eagles: Bessie Coleman takes us around the world, from America to Europe and Africa, during the 1920’s and 1930’s. It’s a time of the Great Depression, new technology, two world wars, and the horrors of Jim Crow. This podcast will keep you guessing about ...

Join us on a journey through enchanting tales gathered by an ardent admirer of Native American folklore. These delightful legends, shared by tribal members, offer captivating explanations for the wonders of the natural world, including Why the Chipmunks Back is Striped, How the Otter Skin Became Great Medicine, How the Man Found His Mate, and Why Blackfeet Never Kill Mice. Experience the magic of these timeless stories that connect us to the rich tapestry of indigenous wisdom. (Summary by Dover Childrens Classics)

This essay explores the story of George Conway, a conservative lawyer who made headlines for his vocal opposition to Donald Trump despite his wife Kellyanne's role as a top advisor to the president. It analyzes Conway's background and motivations as he became an anti-Trump Republican leader through organizations like the Lincoln Project.

This podcast is of the oral history of Doug Rachford, Vietnam veteran and Donovan scholar at Northern Kentucky University. Mr. Rachford gave this oral history with friends Anh Hua and Trinity Eagles, sitting with his wife Megan at the History Departments podcast room on the fourth floor of Landrum Hall at NKU (with professor Kevin Eagles).

Welcome to our brand-new series exploring the life of Ulysses S. Grant, one of the most significant yet often misunderstood figures in American history. Throughout this series, we will engage with acclaimed historians and scholars who shed light on Grant’s formative years, his Civil War leadership, his transformative presidency, and his personal struggles and triumphs—all against the backdrop of a rapidly changing nation. Our featured guests bring a wealth of knowledge and expertise: Ben Kemp, a living historian and researcher, delves into Grant’s final year, revealing the financial ...

Professor Carlotta Lively's Pacific Islander class projects.

This podcast focuses on the history department at Northern Kentucky University located in Highland Heights, Kentucky. Our primary focus is providing a platform for students to upload podcasts as part of their coursework, as well as an area for the faculty to submit their own content. This eight episode series is from the Fall 2021 class of Forbidden History HON 320 with Dr. Brian Hackett.

Just your average okie having incredible conversations with extraordinary human beings.

History's Mysteries is a podcast project for Professor Rebekah Richardson's class of the same name. Each episode highlights a separate historical mystery as told by a group of NKU undergraduates in a panel discussion.

Welcome to Tactically Acquired Our goal is to document military connected living history in a fun and easy environment. We will capture the stories of our active duty, guard, reservists, veterans, ROTC and their families. Sharing their stories, adventures, and journeys across the military life cycle. The podcast is for anyone interested in joining the military, has been a part of the military, or who wishes to learn more about military life. In addition, we want to bridge the growing military-civilian divide through education. This is “unfiltered” meaning we will go over the good, the bad,...

Join Dr. Hackett of Northern Kentucky University's master of public history program as he discusses public history in and around the Greater Cincinnati area.

Sweet Reads is a casual book club that got its start among History students who wanted to unwind from college responsibilities with fun conversation and sugary snacks. We choose topics that interest us personally while pushing us to learn something new.

The Great War, World War I, changed the lives of millions in the U.S. Michael Coker, a Master’s in Public History student at NKU University recently discovered a trove of letters written by Cecil “Zeke” Gabriel and Louise Marsh during this period. Coker is working and annotating these documents, dating primarily from 1917-1919. This correspondence provides an intimate window into the lives of two West Virginians separated by a conflict which forever altered the course of history. Zeke became a mechanic of the 147th Aero Squadron, working on the first high-tech planes used in warfare. ...

A stroll through the annals of Pennsylvania political corruption via a 5-episode podcast series. Listen as long-time GOP political consultant Christopher Nicholas, along with two veteran reporters who have witnessed and written about politics and corruption here for decades -- John Baer and Brad Bumsted -- review the quirks and the nooks and crannies of some of the most absorbing political corruption cases, primarily from the modern era, here in Pennsylvania. In each episode (about 35-45 minutes) we will feature in a main story and a secondary story. A disgraced Attorney General whose twin ...

NKU History students Tadgh Spalding and Parker Beal discuss Ireland's movement towards industrialization in the 20th century. This podcast was recorded for Dr. Jonathan Reynold's "Modernization in the Non-Western World" class as a final project. 'Reawakening' by Scott Buckley - released under CC-BY 4.0. www.scottbuckley.com.au