Theoderic or Boethius saw
If it then happened that this man and his colleagues were in correspondence with leading figures in Constantinople and if they were known to...
Boethius’s presentation requires
Boethius’s presentation requires the historian-detective to offer several observations. First, wanting the senate to be safe and hoping for Rome’s liberty are either meaningless...
Right to Vote and Public Services
In Serbia, every man who has completed military service is entitled to vote. Additionally, people who pay taxes of at least 15 francs a...
The Citadel and Its Military Purpose
Within the walls of the citadel, several important facilities are located. These include barracks for an artillery regiment, residences for the army commander and...
The Servian Language and Cultural Identity
The Servian (now called Serbian) language is a blend of Slavic influences, with noticeable similarities to both Russian and Greek. It is also closely...
Suspicious Behavior from the Guide
The brigands who kidnapped Miss Ellen M. Stone and Mrs. Tsilka appeared to have a friendly relationship with George Toderoff, the guide hired to...
A Journey Home Turns Dangerous
On September 3, 1901, several teachers, including Miss Ellen M. Stone, had just finished attending a summer training school for teachers in Bansko, Bulgaria....
Close Encounters with Danger
During my years of missionary work in the Balkans, I have often come close to danger. Once, I had to spend the night in...
A Young Man’s Journey from Islam to Protestantism
The son of a high-ranking pasha, who served as an officer in the Turkish army, became close friends with an American family living in...
Missionary Education in Turkey
Several high-quality colleges and schools are run by missionary boards throughout Turkey. These institutions provide education for students of all levels and have become...
