About 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 500 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.
Education
BA History
University of Cape Town
BA Linguistics
University of Cape Town
Journalism Diploma
CityVarsity
Areas of Expertise
About 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 500 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.
Education
BA History
University of Cape Town
BA Linguistics
University of Cape Town
Journalism Diploma
CityVarsity
Areas of Expertise
Why Medieval European Feasts Never Served Potatoes or Tomatoes
Before the Columbian Exchange, European food existed without many of the basic ingredients we take for granted today.
What Happened to Austria After WWII?
Having been part of the Third Reich, Austria found itself in a difficult position after the Second World War.
What Did Medieval Castles Really Look Like in Their Prime?
Utilitarian hulks or Cinderella fantasy? How were castles really presented in medieval times?
Which Five Human Decisions Caused the Greatest Ecological Disasters?
Unaware of the disastrous ecological impact of certain actions, human beings have made some grim decisions that have led to environmental catastrophe.
What Made Botswana Southern Africa’s Greatest Success Story
Botswana's peaceful history stands in stark contrast to its neighbors. How did shrewd diplomacy and a stunning resource discovery forge this stable democracy?
Why the Original “Lord of the Flies” Was an Ancient Theological Diss
The name “Beelzebub” was not what his worshipers called him. It was actually a Biblical roast.
Why English Is More Viking Than You Realize
Is English a Norse language? The profound impact of Viking syntax on its structure has led some linguists to challenge its very classification.
How Spring Heeled Jack Terrified Victorian England
Throughout much of the 19th century, a dangerous and supposedly paranormal figure stalked the streets and alleyways of English cities…
How a Palo Alto High School Experiment Created Classroom Fascism
In a series of events that have echoed through the decades, a high school teacher proved how easy it is for fascism to take control.
How Modern Architecture Still Uses Medieval Tactics to Exclude People
While hostile architecture is often seen as a modern phenomenon, it has a foundational history that stretches back millennia.
How a Spurned Queen Made Tea England’s National Obsession
Spurned by King Charles II, Catherine of Braganza sought refuge in a Portuguese custom. This simple act made tea England's national drink.
How Intelligence and Engineering Won World War II’s Greatest Tank Clash
The Battle of Kursk in the summer of 1943 was the largest tank battle in World War II, with German and Soviet forces deploying over 8,000 tanks.