Tag: maritime history
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The Indian Ocean: Cradle and Catalyst of Civilisation – from the Ice Age on
During the Ice Age, significant human development was largely confined to regions bordering the Indian Ocean, characterised by temperate, balmy, or Mediterranean climates, yet dominated by monsoons. These conditions fostered early cultural advances in a region uniquely suited for human progress. The dominant landmasses included the Indian subcontinent, Sundaland (now the Indonesian archipelago), and an…
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India the cradle of civilisation? My interview with DEF Talks
I recently had a good discussion with Aadi Achint of DEF Talks in which we talked about my book and ancient India’s role in shaping human history. Click below to watch .
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The Roman Empire’s Maritime Trade in its Golden Period (30 BC–166 AD)
The popular image of the Roman Empire, often shaped by its historians, centres on its emperors: Augustus, its founder; the notorious Caligula and Nero; the stabilising Hadrian, known for his walls, including the one along Scotland’s border; and the philosophical Marcus Aurelius. Military campaigns, Jewish rebellions, and the drama of Antony and Cleopatra dominate historical…
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Jainism’s Maritime Influence on the Ancient Mediterranean
Historians have long been intrigued by the striking similarities between Indian philosophical traditions — Hinduism, Jainism, and Buddhism — and Greek philosophy. Examining history through the lens of maritime trade reveals not only economic patterns but also the transmission of ideas along trade routes. The Hiram-Solomon Treaty: Promoting Maritime Trade A notable biblical account describes…
Nick Collins 