GeoHistories

GeoHistories seek to understand the history of locations from the basis of geography. Geography plays a foundational role in a location’s development by providing the foundations of weather, soil, trade and invasion routes, and demographics. From the basis of these perceivable, quantifiable facts, we can build a solidly practical understanding of a location, its people, government, economy, and culture.

GeoHistories 5 September 2017

Europe

Europe: Divisions and Unifications The European continent is diverse. Many of its countries, though smaller than many US states, can be further broken into regions…

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GeoHistories 10 May 2009

Moscow

Moscow: Modern and historic challenges Moscow’s official population of 10.5 million makes it the world’s seventh most populous city. In addition, the city also contains…

GeoHistories 1 September 2008

Lake Baikal

Often called the Pearl of Siberia, Lake Baikal is a natural wonder that almost defies description. Its 1600 meter (almost 1 mile) depth holds 20%…

GeoHistories 10 August 2008

Irkutsk

Irkutsk: A Fragile Jewel of Siberia The land of Siberia brims with mystery and silence. Nearly incomprehensible size, it brims with natural resources, diverse ecologies…

GeoHistories 6 May 2008

Vladivostok

Vladivostok: A Short History of Russian Rule in the East The construction of Vladivostok was the culmination of Russia’s long drive to establish a major…

GeoHistories 6 May 2008

Chukotka

Chukotka: A US Neighbor at the End of the Earth Writers call Russia’s Chukotka Region “the shore of two oceans.” Indeed, Chukotka stretches from the…

GeoHistories 24 March 2008

St. Petersburg

St. Petersburg: Russia’s Vortex of Change A curious calm presides over the city of St. Petersburg. It is not the calm of a tired city:…