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An instrument of peace

Oct 6, 2026

This rich young ruler became one of the most influential churchmen to have lived.

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An instrument of peace

The lady with the lamp 🕯️

Sep 29, 2026

The indomitable woman who pioneered modern nursing + what does it mean to eat a meal?

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The lady with the lamp 🕯️

Beware the longbow 🏹

Sep 22, 2026

100 years of chivalry and chicanery.

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Beware the longbow  🏹

Sing the rage of Peleus's son, Achilles

Sep 15, 2026

A hero is only as strong as his weakest ankle.

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Sing the rage of Peleus's son, Achilles

This famous composer couldn't hear his own music

Sep 8, 2026

+ would you play 20 questions with Socrates?

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This famous composer couldn't hear his own music
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