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🇫🇮 Iltalehti
National & Local

Grave Robbers Missed Everything: A Treasure Found in Turku Cathedral

Recent archaeological findings in Turku Cathedral have revealed significant historical artifacts related to Queen Kaarina Maununtytär, the only queen buried in Finland.

Mar 2 • 09:39 UTC
🇰🇷 Hankyoreh (KR)
National & Local

The Will of the Righteous Army That Rose at Times of National Crisis... 'Namdo Righteous Army' Museum Opens on the 5th

The Namdo Righteous Army Historical Museum officially opened in Naju, South Korea, on February 5th, displaying artifacts and exhibitions that commemorate the history of local righteous armies during various national crises from the 16th century onwards.

Mar 1 • 05:48 UTC
🇪🇪 Postimees
National & Local

The Gold Mine of Kalamaja: A Tool for One, a Jewelry for Another, for a Third...

The article explores the various monetary items found in Kalamaja, Tallinn, shedding light on the historical currency used in the 15th century and related artifacts.

Feb 24 • 12:19 UTC
🇩🇪 SZ
National & Local

Historical Collectibles: When Typewriters Write History

The House of Bavarian History in Regensburg now also preserves the typewriter of Kurt Eisner, adding to its rich collection of historically significant artifacts.

Feb 22 • 10:46 UTC
🇧🇷 G1 (PT)
National & Local

Archaeologists find European pieces from the 18th and 19th centuries during works in a square in Amapá

Archaeologists unearthed historical artifacts during construction work in the Barão do Rio Branco Square in Macapá, Brazil, shedding light on aspects of local life in the 18th and 19th centuries.

Feb 20 • 09:00 UTC
🇬🇷 To Vima
National & Local

N. Kaklamanis: Complete album with the execution of 200 in Kaisariani

A Belgian collector possesses a complete photographic album of the execution of 200 in Kaisariani, revealing more than previously published photos.

Feb 20 • 05:59 UTC
🇬🇷 Naftemporiki
National & Local

A century later: Turkey begins the hunt for the lost treasures of Trabzon – The case goes to the Russian occupation of Pontus

Turkey is renewing efforts to reclaim historical manuscripts and artifacts taken during the Russian occupation of Trabzon a century ago, sparking diplomatic and cultural discussions.

Feb 15 • 14:29 UTC
🇦🇷 La Nacion (ES)
National & Local

The historic gold pendant of Henry VIII that was lost has been sold: how many millions were paid for it

A lost gold pendant from the marriage of Henry VIII and Catherine of Aragon was found in 2019 and is now part of the British Museum's collection after a significant public fundraising effort.

Feb 14 • 21:41 UTC
🇮🇸 RUV Frettir
National & Local

"For things to become old and interesting, they must be allowed to live"

The article discusses the importance of allowing historical items and artifacts to exist and be appreciated for their cultural significance.

Feb 14 • 07:00 UTC
🇧🇷 Folha (PT)
World

British Museum raises money and purchases pendant linked to King Henry VIII

The British Museum has acquired a golden heart pendant linked to the union of King Henry VIII and Catherine of Aragon after raising £3.5 million to prevent its sale to a private collector.

Feb 10 • 19:20 UTC
🇦🇷 Clarin (ES)
National & Local

The order of Manuela Rosas: the story of the mandate that has guarded San Martín's sword for a century

The debate over the transfer of San Martín's sword has revived historical memories tied to the mandate of Manuela Rosas, which stipulates the sword's final depositary as the National Historical Museum.

Feb 10 • 18:09 UTC
🇩🇰 Politiken
National & Local

Join the Night Walk in the Universe of the Silla Kings

The article highlights a night walk event in Gyeongju, South Korea, where the ancient burial mounds of the Silla Kingdom are illuminated, showcasing their historical significance and the intrigue surrounding the artifacts.

Feb 10 • 16:12 UTC
🇳🇴 NRK
National & Local

Water Leak at the Palace

There was a water leak at the Royal Palace in Norway due to a loosened connection in a hot water pipe, but damage appears to be limited and no significant historical artifacts were affected.

Feb 10 • 11:38 UTC
🇦🇷 La Nacion (ES)
National & Local

They intervened a figure of San Martín in San Lorenzo after the controversy over the corvo saber

An artist painted a blue tear on a statue of General San Martín in San Lorenzo, igniting discussions after the historical saber's relocation.

Feb 9 • 15:48 UTC
🇦🇷 Clarin (ES)
National & Local

Where to see San Martín's sabre for free: location, days, and times

San Martín's sabre returns to military custody and is now available for public viewing for free in Buenos Aires.

Feb 9 • 15:16 UTC
🇬🇷 Naftemporiki
National & Local

Rare Watch by Courvoisier at the Upcoming Vergos Auctions

Vergos Auctions will feature a unique collection of rare historical artifacts and artworks in its auction of 19th and 20th-century historical and folkloric items.

Feb 8 • 11:00 UTC
🇶🇦 Al Jazeera
Life & Tech

The Perfume of the Mummy: Researchers Document Ancient Civilizations' Scents Through 'Smelling' History

Researchers are exploring ancient scents through historical texts and artifacts, reviving the significance of smell in understanding past civilizations.

Feb 8 • 04:42 UTC
🇦🇷 Clarin (ES)
National & Local

Judicial presentations continue for San Martín's curved saber while it awaits in San Lorenzo

Historian Araceli Bellota presented an amicus curiae regarding the saber of San Martín in a judicial case while San Lorenzo's mayor expressed optimism about its return.

Feb 6 • 18:37 UTC
🇦🇷 La Nacion (ES)
National & Local

Where Will San Martín's Curved Sword Be?

President Javier Milei formalized the relocation of José de San Martín's historical curved sword, prompting immediate resignations in institutional leadership and a legal battle with territorial successors.

Feb 3 • 21:22 UTC
🇦🇷 Clarin (ES)
National & Local

The government officialized the transfer of the curved saber of San Martín to the Granaderos Regiment

The government has officially announced the transfer of General José de San Martín's curved saber from the National Historical Museum to the Granaderos a Caballo Regiment, effective from this Saturday.

Feb 3 • 05:44 UTC
🇪🇸 elDiario.es
National & Local

The discovery that amazes an English village: a Roman box carved in bone

In the quiet village of Broadway, Worcestershire, a recently discovered Roman box carved in bone has captured the community's attention, overshadowing local art galleries and antique shops.

Jan 13 • 12:57 UTC
🇮🇸 Visir
National & Local

Borgin denies any responsibility for the warehouse

Reykjavík City has stated it has no responsibility for damages to Truenorth's property following a fire that destroyed a warehouse in Gufunes, where historical artifacts were reportedly stored.

Jan 13 • 11:10 UTC
🇩🇪 SZ
National & Local

Local History: Retelling Former Rural Life

The Heimatmuseum in Taufkirchen showcases a section dedicated to the religious aspects of historical rural life, featuring numerous religious artifacts such as holy pictures and crucifixes.

Jan 11 • 11:12 UTC
🇬🇷 Proto Thema
World

More than 400 19th-century shoes washed up on a beach: 'Surely many stories are hidden behind them'

Over 400 shoes from the 19th century have washed up on a beach in southern Wales, raising questions about their origins linked to a forgotten shipwreck.

Jan 9 • 08:11 UTC

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