PHOTO ⟩ One of the most horrifying things in the history of Latvian criminalistics – a mother and daughter who ground people into meatballs
The article details a gruesome case from 1947 in Riga, involving a family that committed cannibalism, drawing significant attention and becoming a chilling legend in Latvia's criminal history.
The Black Legend and Other Clichés that Made Us Believe 'Spain Is Different': "Franco's Spain Relished Its Uniqueness"
The article critiques the lasting stereotypes and misconceptions about Spain's uniqueness that arose during the Franco era, reflecting on various cultural and historical events.
Do you know how a legend from Vienna intertwines with the Livonian dance tradition?
An exploration of the Livonian traditional dance "Ak, tēvs, ak, vec' Andre" and its historical ties to a song composed in Vienna in 1679.
Do you know how a legend from Vienna intertwines with the Livonian dance tradition?
This article explores the connection between a traditional Livonian dance and a song composed in Vienna in 1679, highlighting its historical significance and cultural heritage.
Did you know that only in Kuldīga's city coat of arms is a woman depicted?
The article discusses the legend of a girl named Katrīna in Kuldīga who dreamed of building a church, leading to her wrongful execution, and explores her historical significance as a symbol of the city.
The King Secretly Hid His Prisoner's True Identity in a Harsh Way, Which Has Been Discussed for Hundreds of Years – Only One Theory of the Legendary Story Seems to Be Possible
The article explores the enduring mystery of the Man in the Iron Mask, a prisoner held during the reign of King Louis XIV of France, whose true identity has sparked numerous theories and legends.
They were green, dressed strangely, and spoke incomprehensibly. Who were the green children of Woolpit?
The article discusses the historical accounts of green-skinned children that appeared in the village of Woolpit, England, in the 12th century, and the ongoing debate among historians about the origins and truth of this legend.
The Loch Ness Monster and its ‘capture’ in 1974
The article explores the enduring fascination with Loch Ness Monster, from the 6th century to the famous 1974 photograph that reignited interest in this elusive legend.