Ertuğrul Ghazi, born in the 13th century, was a pivotal figure in the foundation of the Ottoman Empire. As the father of Osman I, the empire’s founder, Ertuğrul played a crucial role in establishing the political and cultural groundwork for future expansion.
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Alien and UFO Depictions in Cave Art. Clues from Paleoastronomy
Are there depictions of aliens and UFOs in ancient cave art?
I have examined the intriguing connection between ancient cave art and the depiction of aliens and UFOs. These enigmatic images, found in various cave paintings and petroglyphs worldwide, provide a fascinating glimpse into the beliefs and experiences of our ancestors.
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Facial reconstruction based on The Berlin Cleopatra, a Roman sculpture of Cleopatra wearing a royal diadem, mid-1st century BC (around the time of her visits to Rome in 46–44 BC), discovered in an Italian villa along the Via Appia and now located in the Berlin Altes Museum in Germany.
Cleopatra: “I will not be triumphed over”, Κλεοπάτρα: «Δεν θα με θριαμβεύσουν».
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What’s the Idea Behind Piri Reis map?
The Piri Reis map is a world map compiled in 1513 by the Ottoman admiral and cartographer Piri Reis. Approximately one-third of the map survived; it shows the western coasts of Europe and North Africa and the coast of Brazil with reasonable accuracy.
Found in 1929, the map is a portolan chart with compass roses and a windrose network for navigation. Some speculated that it is an azimuthal equidistant map with the center in Cairo and shows knowledge of spherical trigonometry from the cartographer and South America with the alleged depiction of an ice-free Antarctica. Some argued that the cartographer depicted Antarctica in a time when the ice was not there, and a flying device was used to create the map. What goes against this map is that if the ice would melt the sea level would rise by 50 meters and the shoreline would be different.
The northern coastline of Antarctica is wrong and was created before the Magellan Straight was discovered and most likely the cartographer filled the unknown with a distorted South American shoreline. The Antarctica Shore is 3000 miles north on this map. And we still don’t know “What’s the Idea Behind Piri Reis map?”.
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What are the mysteries of Mesopotamian civilization?
What are the mysteries of Mesopotamian civilization?
Mesopotamian civilization, which emerged in the region known as Mesopotamia (modern-day Iraq and parts of Syria, Turkey, and Iran), is one of the earliest civilizations in human history.
Napoleon Bonaparte’s Enigmatic Night in Khufu’s King’s Chamber
Napoleon Bonaparte’s Enigmatic Night in Khufu’s King’s Chamber
Napoleon Bonaparte, renowned for his military prowess and strategic genius, left an indelible mark on history. Yet, a lesser-known anecdote that adds to the mystique surrounding this enigmatic figure is his alleged overnight stay in Khufu’s mortuary room within the Great Pyramid of Giza.
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Homo naledi is a species of extinct hominin that was first discovered in the Rising Star Cave system in South Africa in 2013. Its discovery has generated significant interest and sparked several controversies within the scientific community. Here are some of the controversies associated with Homo naledi:
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Music in ancient Egypt played a vital role in the culture and daily life of its people. It was deeply intertwined with religious ceremonies, entertainment, and even medical practices. The Egyptians believed that music had the power to invoke the gods and bring harmony to their lives.
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The increase in brain size among hominids during the course of evolution can be attributed to several factors. One key factor is the development of tools and the associated need for cognitive skills. As hominids began crafting and using tools, their brains had to adapt to handle the complexity of these tasks, leading to increased brain size over time.
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Did Ancient Egyptians Possess Advanced Knowledge of Medicine?
Yes, the ancient Egyptians possessed advanced knowledge of medicine for their time. They had a deep understanding of anatomy, performed surgeries, and developed effective treatments. Their medical papyri, such as the Edwin Smith Papyrus and the Ebers Papyrus, provide valuable insights into their medical practices.
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