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Greg Beyer

South Africa

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.

Education:University of Cape TownBA HistoryUniversity of Cape TownBA LinguisticsCityVarsityJournalism DiplomaExpertise:
African History
World History
History of Conflict
Member since: Nov 01, 2021Location: South AfricaPublished posts: 381

Articles by Greg Beyer

The Jōmon Period: Japan’s Mysterious Origin Story
The Jōmon Period: Japan’s Mysterious Origin Story

The very first people to arrive in Japan came to the islands many thousands of years ago and began what is known today as the Jōmon Period.

What Is the Most Visited Wonder of the World?
What Is the Most Visited Wonder of the World?

Determining which World Wonder is the most visited is not a simple task!

4 Notorious Roman Emperors and Their Scandalous Stories
4 Notorious Roman Emperors and Their Scandalous Stories

Several Roman emperors are famous for being “bad or mad.” Here are four Roman rulers with the worst historical reputations.

What Was Athena the Goddess Of? Her 3 Domains
What Was Athena the Goddess Of? Her 3 Domains

Athena was one of the most revered goddesses in classical Greece, but what did the Greeks consider to be the domains of Athena?

What Are Athena’s Symbols? (Owl, Olive Tree, Gorgoneion)
What Are Athena’s Symbols? (Owl, Olive Tree, Gorgoneion)

Athena was one of the most beloved goddesses in the Greek pantheon and was represented by an array of symbols, including the owl and Gorgoneion.

Installing Pinochet: How the US Laid the Groundwork for Chile’s 1973 Coup
Installing Pinochet: How the US Laid the Groundwork for Chile’s 1973 Coup

The United States has a long history of devastating interference in Chile’s politics, and the 1973 coup was no exception.

The Incredible Story of the Great Siege of Gibraltar and the American Revolution
The Incredible Story of the Great Siege of Gibraltar and the American Revolution

During the broader operations of the American Revolutionary War, Gibraltar was an important strategic asset that came under siege.

The Ottoman Empire in World War I: An Overview
The Ottoman Empire in World War I: An Overview

Often overlooked in public memory, the Ottoman Empire played a crucial role in World War I.