Harrisburg’s seventh annual JuneteenthHBG runs June 14-20, honoring Black history, freedom, and community milestones amid a historic year.
Browsing Category
Travel History
14 posts
Berlin Divided- My interview with Author Seosamh O Cuinneagain
Limerick author Seosamh Ó Cuinneagáin shares insights from his book ‘Berlin Divided,’ recounting his personal experiences in Cold War Berlin and its historical significance.
MS St. Louis- The Voyage of the Damned
The MS St. Louis carried Jewish refugees in 1939 but was turned away by Cuba, the U.S., and Canada, leading to many perishing in Nazi camps. This event highlights refugee crises then and now.
The 4 From Breda
Details on the fate of the infamous ‘Four from Breda,’ their war crimes, legal proceedings, and eventual releases, highlighting ongoing debates on justice.
Another Type of Train Journey
Exploring how Dutch railways served Nazi propaganda and transport during WWII, including both humanitarian send-offs and tragic deportations.
Raphael Lets Loose
The Metropolitan Museum of Art opens ‘Raphael: Sublime Poetry,’ showcasing a rare self-portrait and exploring the artist’s mastery and attitude of sprezzatura.
A White Sea of Graves
Archaeologists uncover a vast field of unmarked graves from WWII in a recent excavation, revealing the scale of wartime casualties.
I found a seashell in the middle of the desert
A fossil resembling a seashell was found in the Alghat desert, Saudi Arabia, far from the coast. Experts are needed to confirm its origin and significance.
A Tour of Athens’ Acropolis, Explained with 3D Reconstructions
A new project uses 3D models to show what Athens’ Acropolis looked like in its golden age, enhancing visitor understanding and appreciation.
“Green Boots” was the nickname given to Indian climber Tsewang Paljor, who died on Mount Everest in the 1996 disaster. His neon green boots made his body a well-known landmark in Everest’s Death Zone for years.
Tsewang Paljor, the Indian climber known as ‘Green Boots,’ died in the 1996 Everest disaster. His remains became a landmark for decades.