Tag Archives: middle ages

The Holy Roman Empire Strikes Back But Loses

Posted on May 25, 2025 by cdsmiller17

Edict of Worms (May 25, 1521) It seems that the schism that happened between the Roman Catholic Church and Protestantism can actually be charted to this event, which saw Martin Luther be branded a heretic. Now, I have a birth … Continue reading →

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Another Past Life of My Best Friend:

Posted on September 2, 2023 by cdsmiller17

Dante (May 30, 1265 – September 14, 1321) This might seem blindingly obvious to anyone who knows my friend and me: I was Cecco d’Ascoli and he was Dante. We’ve had many intersections throughout time and space, and this one … Continue reading →

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