Decoding Native American Names: Translation vs. Transliteration

Decoding Native American Names: Translation vs. Transliteration

The names we give to historical figures often carry a weight, a reflection of how they were perceived by their own people and by those who documented their lives. For Native American leaders and warriors, this is particularly true. We encounter names like “Crazy Horse,” evocative and descriptive, or “Geronimo,” a name that, to many … Read more

The Krasheninnikov Volcano Eruption of 1500: A Fiery Spectacle in Kamchatka’s Past

Krasheninnikov Volcano Eruption of 1500: A Fiery Past in Kamchatka

Now, imagine: the year is 1500. The vast, untamed wilderness of the Kamchatka Peninsula, a land of fire and ice in Russia’s Far East, was home to indigenous peoples who lived in harmony with its dramatic landscapes. Their lives were dictated by the rhythm of nature, a powerful force that could both sustain and destroy. … Read more