From Desert to Sin City: How The Mafia Shaped Las Vegas
The City Of Lights And Its Sordid, Neon-Soaked Past A rendition of Las Vegas in the 1950s. (Photo made with Freepik. Courtesy of: Peter...
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Peter Deleuran
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Mysterious 4000-Year-Old Stone Is A Secret Archaeological Treasure Map
Mysterious 4000-Year-Old Stone Is A Secret Archaeological Treasure Map
Peter Deleuran
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Agent Zigzag: The Most Notorious Double Agent of WWII
The true story of a gangster, traitor, lover, hero, and spy.
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The Profumo Affair - The Fling That Brought Down The British Government
The Profumo Affair was a major political scandal in the 1960s, involving the illicit affair of the UK War Secretary and a 19-year-old model
Peter Deleuran
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WWII - Operation Valkyrie: Why Did Hitler's Officers Plot to Kill Him?
Why high-ranking officers in Hitler's regime conspired to assassinate him.
Peter Deleuran
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Eero Saarinen: Mindblowing Architect & Designer of the Mid-20th Century
Eero Saarinen, a pioneer of American modernist architecture.
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J.R.R. Tolkien: 50 Years On - Uncovering the True Impact Of "The Lord Of The Rings"
Discover the profound motivations behind J.R.R. Tolkien's creation of Middle-earth, as revealed in his 1951 letter to Milton Waldman.
Peter Deleuran
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Putting the Pop in Pop Art: A Historical Exploration
Pop art was a vibrant artistic movement that emerged in the 1950s, celebrating everyday consumer culture and the mundane, often with a twist
Peter Deleuran
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Ray and Charles Eames: The Mid-Century Power Couple of Design
The captivating world of design with Ray and Charles Eames. Discover their innovative and iconic creations.
Peter Deleuran
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WWII Operation Mincemeat - The Bizarre Plot That Fooled Hitler
An elaborate deception that ultimately misled the Germans and played a crucial role in the success of the Allied invasion of Sicily.
Peter Deleuran
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Illuminating Designs: The Lights of Danish Visionary Louis Poulsen
Danish designer Louis Poulsen, from his groundbreaking PH lamp to his influence on sustainability, education, and contemporary design.
Peter Deleuran
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CoBrA Movement: Rediscovering the Avant-Garde Art Revolution of The Mid-Century
The CoBrA movement - a groundbreaking mid-century avant-garde art revolution.
Peter Deleuran
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Arne Jacobsen: A Pioneer of Danish Design and Architectural Revolution
Discover the life and works of Arne Jacobsen, a trailblazing Danish designer whose visionary creations still adorn many houses today.
Peter Deleuran
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Verner Panton: A Fusion of Danish Interior Vision and Innovation
Discover how Panton's innovative designs transformed the landscape of modern interior and furniture design.
Peter Deleuran
Aug 9, 20235 min read
Georg Jensen: A Historical Odyssey of Danish Design Excellence
Delve into the captivating journey of Danish designer Georg Jensen
Peter Deleuran
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Jim Clark - The Greatest Race Car Driver Of All Time
Delve into the life and career of Jim Clark.
Peter Deleuran
Jul 21, 20239 min read
Unmasking the Pigs: George Orwell's "Animal Farm" and its Reflections on Contemporary Society
Discover the profound parallels between George Orwell's "Animal Farm" and today's society.
Peter Deleuran
Jul 18, 20235 min read
WWII: Operation Anthropoid - The Assassination of Reinhard Heydrich
The story of Operation Anthropoid, the audacious assassination plot that targeted Reinhard Heydrich, a key figure in Nazi Germany.
Peter Deleuran
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David Bowie - The Starman Waiting In The Sky
Explore the extraordinary life, talents, and controversies of David Bowie - The Starman, who defied conventions.
Peter Deleuran
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The Beatles: The Greatest and Most Influential Band in the History Of Popular Music
Explore the captivating journey of The Beatles, the iconic band that redefined popular music.
Peter Deleuran
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Casablanca: A Timeless Masterpiece of Classic Cinema - & WWII Propaganda
Casablanca: A Timeless Masterpiece of Classic Cinema
Peter Deleuran
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The Sex Pistols: Anarchy, Controversy, and the Birth of British Punk
The untamed spirit and rebellious impact of The Sex Pistols, the legendary British punk band.
Peter Deleuran
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Tour de France 1936: Triumph, Tragedy, & Unyielding Grit
Tour de France 1936: Triumph, Tragedy, & Unyielding Grit
Peter Deleuran
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The Crazy Never Die - The Legacy of Hunter S. Thompson
The life of the Gonzo legend - Hunter S. Thompson
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