Greg Beyer
Greg is an editor specializing in African history as well as the history of conflict from prehistoric times to the modern era. A prolific writer, he has authored over 400 articles for TheCollector. He is a former teacher with a BA in History & Linguistics from the University of Cape Town. Greg excels in academic writing and finds artistic expression through drawing and painting in his free time.
Articles by Greg Beyer
9 Interesting and Surprising Facts About Nevada’s HistoryNevada is a state with a deep and rich history, filled with interesting stories and surprising facts.
Boom, Bust, and Boom! The History of NevadaMuch more than just the casinos of Las Vegas, Nevada is a state rich in history.
Much more than just the casinos of Las Vegas, Nevada is a state rich in history.
Which Emerging Languages Could Dominate the Global Stage?With the constantly changing dynamics of the world's social-economic sphere, certain languages are gaining more prestige.
With the constantly changing dynamics of the world's social-economic sphere, certain languages are gaining more prestige.
How the Battle of Kursk Became World War II’s Greatest Tank ClashThe Battle of Kursk in the summer of 1943 was the largest tank battle in World War II, and possibly in history, with over 8,000 tanks deployed.
The Battle of Kursk in the summer of 1943 was the largest tank battle in World War II, and possibly in history, with over 8,000 tanks deployed.
The 4 Biggest Cities of Precolonial AmericaBefore Europeans arrived in the Americas, these continents were home to some of the world’s biggest and grandest cities.
Before Europeans arrived in the Americas, these continents were home to some of the world’s biggest and grandest cities.
The Scandalous Life of Alexander VI, the Borgia Who Became a PopeOne of the most notorious figures of the Renaissance, Pope Alexander VI invited scandal even before he donned the papal robes.
8 of Human Civilization’s First Cities That Still Echo Through HistoryFor many thousands of years, human beings have been creating towns and cities in which to live. Here are some of the first cities we ever built.
For many thousands of years, human beings have been creating towns and cities in which to live. Here are some of the first cities we ever built.
The Evolution of Swords in Europe (From Ancient to Modern Times)From ancient times into the modern era, swords in Europe have evolved alongside the continent’s turbulent history.
The History of Mining in South AfricaOne of the most mineral-rich countries in the world, South Africa has a formidable mining sector on which many international industries depend.
One of the most mineral-rich countries in the world, South Africa has a formidable mining sector on which many international industries depend.
6 Indigenous Inventions That Are in Use TodayDespite often being designated as primitive, Indigenous cultures contributed valuable inventions that are still used in modern culture.
The Gear That Made Roman Legionaries UnstoppableMuch of what made Roman soldiers so effective was the gear they carried, from weapons and armor to basic clothing and essential tools.
Much of what made Roman soldiers so effective was the gear they carried, from weapons and armor to basic clothing and essential tools.
How Noblemen Gained Power and Privilege in Medieval TimesIn Medieval times, significant power lay in the hands of the nobles. How they acquired and maintained it shaped the dynamic of feudalism in Europe.
In Medieval times, significant power lay in the hands of the nobles. How they acquired and maintained it shaped the dynamic of feudalism in Europe.