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Children waiting behind barbed wire — an image of vulnerability shaped by broader social and political conditions of violence.
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What are conditions of violence ?

Violence takes root in practices that appear ordinary but lead to foreseeable harm and death.

By
Christian Gerlach
15 Min Read
Understanding the Causes of War: Human Nature and History
A stark glimpse into the trenches of World War I, epitomizing the brutal realities of conflict. This image underscores the enduring 'causes of war'—territorial disputes, political rivalries, and the human propensity for domination.
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14 Min Read
A New History of Atlantic Slavery from the Global South
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16 Min Read
Women and the Reformations Around the World
A painting depicting the marriage ceremony of Martin Luther and Katharina von Bora. Katharina, a former nun, is portrayed as a central figure, symbolizing the role of women in the Protestant Reformation as active participants in reshaping religious and social norms.
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17 Min Read
Resisting Reproductive Coercion: US Abortion Pill History and Politics
Abortion Pill: A Democratic delegate at the 1976 convention holds a sign advocating for abortion rights, with a backdrop of banners reading "Freedom of Choice." – Photo by Warren K. Leffler.
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23 Min Read
From Fictions to Lives of the Haitian Revolutionaries
Bronze statue of Henry Christophe, Haiti's first and only king, who played a pivotal role in the Haitian Revolution and the establishment of the Kingdom of Haiti. The statue reflects his enduring legacy as a leader and visionary who championed anti-slavery and anti-colonial ideals.
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12 Min Read
Agitators in Albanian Communism: Face-to-face propaganda
Socialist-style mural depicting a group of Albanian agitators in a march, with a central female figure raising a rifle. The characters wear traditional and work attire, representing various social classes united, with a red flag featuring the double-headed eagle, a symbol of Albania, in the background. The agitators move forward with determined expressions, emphasizing the revolutionary spirit and the struggle for freedom.
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13 Min Read
Britain and China: Unexpected Lessons from a Long History
Chinese officers tearing down the British flag on the 'Arrow' and arresting crew members, a scene of British Imperial war propaganda during the Second Opium War.
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17 Min Read
Albanian Women Under Communism: The Illusion of Liberation
Albanian women: A young girl wearing a white shirt and a red scarf in the style of an Albanian communist pioneer raises her fist in a revolutionary salute. The image, taken from Ylli Magazine, reflects the official ideology of the Albanian communist regime of the time, promoting socialist values and contributing to state propaganda.
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10 Min Read
Routine, Resistance, and Retribution: Life in Auburn Prison
Auburn State Prison, c.1880
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14 Min Read
Reinventing Europe’s Past: The Counter-Revolutionary Legacy
Statue of Edmund Burke, a prominent Counter-Revolutionary thinker of the 18th century, known for his critique of revolutionary rationalism and his defense of European traditions.
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Unenumerated Rights Through Constitutional Enumeration
Front view of the U.S. Supreme Court building, featuring its iconic columns and grand steps, with a few people walking and standing in the foreground. The Supreme Court is key in interpreting unenumerated rights.
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13 Min Read
Censorship Clarified: Historical and Current Perspectives
Vintage illustration depicting censorship as a caricature of a personified figure with scissors, known as 'Madame Anastasie', who has an oversized head, a prominent nose, and spectacles, wearing a chef's hat. Next to the figure sits an owl on the handle of a giant pair of scissors, symbolizing wisdom and perhaps the watchful eye of censorship. The exaggerated facial expressions and the scissors hint at the suppression of free speech or the cutting of content deemed inappropriate.
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14 Min Read
Slave Narratives: Shaping American Literature and Identity
Frederick Douglass embodies the power of slave narratives in shaping American history and identity.
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11 Min Read
Public Scrutiny and Conformity in Communist Albania
A group of people is gathered around a public bulletin board under the public scrutiny of Albania's communist regime. The board displays documents called "fletërrufe" or "lightning sheets," which contain denunciations or critiques. Individuals are intently reading or discussing the content of these papers.
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12 Min Read
Redefining Professionalism: A Historical and Sociopolitical Exploration
The Agnew Clinic" by Thomas Eakins epitomizes medical professionalism, depicting a 19th-century surgical lecture in meticulous detail.
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22 Min Read
British Anti-Fascist Movements: A Retrospect
Anti-fascist movements march in London in 2018. Photo by Janusz Kaliszczak.
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14 Min Read
Linguistic Diversity in Italy’s Alps: A Socio-Political Analysis
A bustling street scene in Aosta, representing the vibrant social tapestry where linguistic diversity thrives. People from various walks of life engage in daily activities, potentially conversing in a multitude of languages and dialects that echo the region's rich cultural heritage
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14 Min Read
Internet Politics: A Digital Era Overview
A collage depicting the evolution of Internet Politics, featuring digital technology, political symbols, and a global map, highlighting the shift from early digital engagement to modern governance.
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14 Min Read
20th-Century Revolutions: Dynamics & Legacy
Black and white historical photograph capturing a moment from the early 20th-Century Revolutions, showing a group of women, likely students from Escola Normal de Lisboa, participating in a charity event for the victims of the 1910 Portuguese Republican Revolution.
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9 Min Read
Sami Identity: Beyond Myths, Embracing Evolving Legacies
Sami children in traditional dress at a nomad school, showcasing a pivotal aspect of Sami identity through education and cultural attire.
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11 Min Read
War Narratives: The Bedrock of Albania’s Totalitarian Past
Photograph depicting General Secretary Enver Hoxha of Albania and First Secretary of the Soviet Union's Communist Party Joseph Stalin, standing together in Moscow, Soviet Union. The image represents a significant moment in war narratives, capturing the alliance and political dynamics between the two communist leaders.
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16 Min Read
The Civil Rights Trail: A Historic Exploration
Civil rigths in USA
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