About Greg Beyer
Greg is an editor specializing in African history as well as the history of conflict from prehistoric times to the modern era. A prolific writer, he has authored over 500 articles for TheCollector. He is a former teacher with a BA in History & Linguistics from the University of Cape Town. Greg excels in academic writing and finds artistic expression through drawing and painting in his free time.
Education
BA History
University of Cape Town
BA Linguistics
University of Cape Town
Journalism Diploma
CityVarsity
Areas of Expertise
About Greg Beyer
Greg is an editor specializing in African history as well as the history of conflict from prehistoric times to the modern era. A prolific writer, he has authored over 500 articles for TheCollector. He is a former teacher with a BA in History & Linguistics from the University of Cape Town. Greg excels in academic writing and finds artistic expression through drawing and painting in his free time.
Education
BA History
University of Cape Town
BA Linguistics
University of Cape Town
Journalism Diploma
CityVarsity
Areas of Expertise
How Lord Kitchener Defined Modern Warfare Through Ruthless Efficiency
Taking a leading role during the transition to modern warfare, Kitchener was a contentious yet effective figure.
What Are the Most Difficult Languages to Learn? (For English Speakers)
Some languages are harder to learn than others. Difficulty often depends on your first language, so here are the hardest languages for English speakers.
These 5 Cities Held Europe’s Largest Populations During the Renaissance
The Renaissance was a time of massive change in Europe, and served as a foundation of growth for some of the continent’s biggest cities.
The Real Indiana Jones Who Brought the Book of the Dead to the West
For EA Wallis Budge, acquiring the Book of the Dead from Egypt involved a great deal of risk.
How the Fight for Gender Equality Is Saving the Planet
The fight for gender equality has led women to become inextricably linked to environmental concerns. What does this mean for the environment?
The Turbulent History of the Kingdom of Kongo
A powerful state in central west Africa, the Kingdom of Kongo remains an integral part of the region’s rich history.
Why Odysseus’s Father Is the Forgotten Hero of Ithaca
A background figure throughout Homer's Odyssey, Odysseus’ father, Laertes, comes to the fore, playing a pivotal role at the end of the epic.
How Odysseus Escaped the Terrifying Man-Eating Giants (Laestrygonians)
After meeting the brutal Laestrygonians, Odysseus’ fleet is destroyed, and most of his men will never return home.
Emma Watson and HeForShe: Fighting for Gender Equality
In 2014, Emma Watson launched the HeForShe campaign, with the aim of involving men and people of all genders in the fight for gender equality.
How the Ancient Egyptian Book of the Dead Guided Souls to Eternity
Guiding the deceased through the treacherous underworld of ancient Egypt, the Book of the Dead was an essential funerary text for anyone who wanted their soul to live for eternity.
Where Was the Garden of Eden? 5 Possible Real-World Locations
Drawing from geographical, archaeological, and Biblical sources, there are several theories as to where the Garden of Eden actually was.
What Happened in Tokyo After WWII?
Rising from the fiery ashes of destruction, Tokyo’s journey after the Second World War is one of resilience.