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The History of Cologne is a podcast that tells the story of Cologne, Germany. It’s a city with 2,000 years worth of history and it has so much to tell! Listen to the city growing. Dive into the early history of the city being founded by the Romans. How did it become a bustling medieval city? How did Cologne perform during Napoleon and the Industrial Revolution? And how about the Nazi time? Triweekly schedule, going chronological from the Roman roots up until today. Where is this podcast now ...
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Behind the construction of Cologne Cathedral lies a story of medieval ingenuity, hard labor, and decades ,later centuries, of dedication. Learn more about the methods, the workers, and the challenges that shaped one of Europe’s greatest Gothic structures. Homepage: http://thehistoryofcologne.com/ Social Media:InstagramFacebookTwitterPatreonPaypal-T…
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Exploring the Legacy of Cologne’s Intellectual Giant of the 13th century In this episode, we take a look at the life and legacy of Albertus Magnus, the renowned medieval scholar who shaped Cologne's intellectual history. Learn how he blended faith with reason, contributed to natural science, and became part of the legend surrounding the constructio…
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Master Gerhard's ambition to complete Cologne Cathedral leads him to a perilous pact with the devil, ultimately outwitting the fiend but leaving the cathedral forever unfinished. In this episode, we dive into the captivating legend of Master Gerhard, the first master builder of Cologne Cathedral in the 13th century. Discover how Gerhard’s ambition …
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A deliberately lit fire destroys the the 500 year old Cathedral It was a dramatic end of Cologne’s Old Cathedral in 1248. Discover how a catastrophic fire brought down this medieval masterpiece of a building, clearing the way for the iconic Gothic structure that would redefine the city's skyline up until today. Instagram-Account by Peregrinatio Rel…
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How a Captured Archbishop Outmaneuvered His Enemies in 1242 In this episode, we explore the dramatic capture and imprisonment of Archbishop Konrad von Hochstaden by the Count of Jülich in 1242. Discover how one of Cologne's most powerful medieval figures navigated treacherous political waters, outmaneuvered his enemies, and secured his release, all…
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The future Empress visits High Medieval Cologne Explore the grand welcome of Princess Isabella of England in Cologne on May 24, 1235, as the city celebrated her arrival with festivities, jousting, and a display of its diverse social classes. Homepage: http://thehistoryofcologne.com/ Social Media:InstagramFacebookTwitterPatreonPaypal-Tip More Info a…
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A beleaguered city lord tries to drive out Cologne's most powerful patrician family Explore the political turmoil of 13th century Cologne as powerful patrician families, like the Weise von der Mühlengasse, clash with the archbishopric. Discover the conflicts, accusations, and street battles that shaped the city's future and altered the balance of p…
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Cologne's biggest city square get its own special episode We explore the history of the Neumarkt Square. Meaning "New Market" in English, the square is not that new anymore. Founded in 1076 it has seen a lot since then. Homepage: http://thehistoryofcologne.com/ Social Media:InstagramFacebookTwitterPatreonPaypal-Tip More Info and Links to this podca…
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From Triumph to Tragedy: The Life and Death of Engelbert From wielding both spiritual and secular authority to navigating treacherous political landscapes, Engelbert's (1185-1225) story is one of ambition, intrigue, and enduring fascination. Join us as we unravel the captivating saga of this enigmatic historical figure. Homepage: http://thehistoryo…
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Reconquer Jerusalem with children and without violence? That was the plan in 1212 in Cologne Even 800 years on, this idea still horrifies me. Hundreds, if not thousands, of children are said to have run away to follow an underage preacher from Cologne called St Nicholas to Jerusalem. The destination? The reconquest of Jerusalem. Without weapons and…
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In 1205 the German Throne Dispute is raging on with Cologne in the middle of it Two Kings, Philipp of Swabia of the Hohenstaufen and Otto IV of the Welfs, are fighting for the crown in the empire. If the German Throne Dispute around 1200 was not complicated enough, two Cologne Archbishops are also fighting for their, in their eyes, rightful place, …
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It is only thanks to Cologne's help that Otto IV can continue to assert himself in the power struggle for the crown of the empire. The German Throne Dispute at the beginning of the 13th century continues and Cologne is right in the middle of it. The German Throne Dispute was a complex struggle for power and legitimacy in the Holy Roman Empire. Afte…
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For Christmas and the year coming to an end I give you two Cologne legends Young Hermann Josef is a poor boy at the end of the 12th century. But his life changes when he offers an apple to a statue of St. Mary. Homepage: http://thehistoryofcologne.com/ Social Media:InstagramFacebookTwitterPatreonPaypal-Tip More Info and Links to this podcast: Link …
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Cologne's economic interests cause a twenty-year dispute over the throne When emperor Henry VI dies with just 32 years in 1197, the empire gets into a 20 years long dispute over the throne. And Cologne has a major part in it. Why? Because of economic interests. Homepage: http://thehistoryofcologne.com/ Social Media:InstagramFacebookTwitterPatreonPa…
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Why is the ugliest square in Cologne named after an emperor from the 12th century? The Emperor of the Holy Roman Empire, Frederick I Barbarossa was a promoter of Cologne's development. Even though he often sided against the city on the Rhine river. Homepage: http://thehistoryofcologne.com/ Social Media:InstagramFacebookTwitterPatreonPaypal-Tip More…
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An economic dispute breaks out in 1169 with Flemish cities - Help comes from Henry II of England English King Henry II saves Cologne in 1176 from an economic dispute the city was going to loose. Why and how? Learn more about it in this episode Homepage: http://thehistoryofcologne.com/ Social Media:InstagramFacebookTwitterPatreonPaypal-Tip More Info…
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With a special look at the Shrine of the Holy Three Kings/Magi A Golden Chamber stacked with bones in St. Ursula, why shrines were important in everyday life of medieval Cologne and how the Shrine of the Holy Three Kings (Magi) was built. Homepage: http://thehistoryofcologne.com/ Social Media:InstagramFacebookPatreonPaypal-Tip More Info and Links t…
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An absent city lord brings the city a few bones in 1164 and thus establishes the wealth of the city to this day In 1162, Rainald von Dassel, city ruler of Cologne, leads the imperial army against the rebellious city of Milan in northern Italy. After plundering the city, Rainald came into possession of what were probably the most valuable relics to …
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Cologne's magnificent Romanesque Churches: an exploration of medieval art, faith and engineering Why did people in Cologne start building Romanesque Churches like crazy in 1150-1250? What is Romanesque art anyway? And who were the people that build these landmarks that still are visible in today's city scape? What tools did they use and where did t…
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And we also meet Cologne's medieval Scrooge McDuck Gerhard Unmaze and the foundress of Cologne's Beguine houses Sela Jude Uncover 12th century Cologne's everyday life, from the Penny's origins to the richest resident and comical nicknames of the elite. History, humor, and intrigue await! Homepage: http://thehistoryofcologne.com/ Social Media:Instag…
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Everyday life, the Jewish quarter and phases of cooperation: Jewish life in Cologne in the 12th Century Between prejudices and a changing world, we explore the bridges and barriers that shaped the coexistence of Jews and Christians in medieval Cologne of the 12th century. From the challenges of everyday life to the hopes for a better future, we tra…
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Political Control and Urban Expansion: The Role of the Richerzeche in Medieval Cologne This episode delves into how the Cologne's "Brotherhood of the Rich" Richerzeche rose to political prominence in the 11th century, and how it became a major political force in medieval Cologne for centuries. Homepage: http://thehistoryofcologne.com/ Social Media:…
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A fire devastates Deutz, an emperor is thrown out of Cologne at Christmas and an archbishop receives the wrath of his subjects. In this podcast episode, you will learn everything about the fire of Deutz and its impact on the region. The focus is particularly on Rupert von Deutz, an important Cologne clergyman of the 12th century who played an impor…
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Institutions and offices in 12th century medieval Cologne You thought the Middle Ages were a time of disorganisation? Not at all. Your head will be spinning after this episode, in which we take a look at the political structure of the city. Homepage: http://thehistoryofcologne.com/ Social Media:InstagramFacebookTwitterPatreon More Info and Links to…
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A dispute between the citizens and the archbishop enters a new round in Cologne in 1119 In 1119, the Archbishop of Cologne, Frederick I of Schwarzenburg, imposed an interdict on the city of Cologne and its inhabitants. This ecclesiastical punishment was intended to punish the citizens of Cologne for their disobedience to the archbishop and their in…
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Cologne's fifth season is world-famous - but how did the hustle and bustle actually come about in winter? Cologne celebrate's its 200th anniversary of organized Carnival. Let's take the opportunity during this Carnival week to talk about the history of Cologne Carnival. Homepage: http://thehistoryofcologne.com Social Media:InstagramFacebookTwitterP…
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Explore 12th century Cologne, a city that is a center of trade, art and faith Let's take a walk through Cologne around the year 1100 AD. Homepage: http://thehistoryofcologne.com Social Media:InstagramFacebookTwitterPatreon More Info and Links to this podcast: Link hereDoor Willem Fromm
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Cologne's citizens expand the city's borders but this time without the approval of the archbishop Build new fortifications in just 60 days and defeat a royal army? No problem for the people of Cologne in 1106 AD. Homepage: http://thehistoryofcologne.com Social Media:InstagramFacebookTwitterPatreon More Info and Links to this podcast: Link here **So…
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We look at the situation of the Jewish people at the time of the end of the 11th/beginning of the 12th century Coexistence between the Jewish and the majority Christian population during the High Middle Ages was subject to constant changes. Long periods of almost good coexistence alternated with extremely brutal periods. One of them would happen in…
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Germany in the 2nd half of the 11th century - Why everybody wanted to go to Heaven - Why Anno really kidnapped Henry IV Dirk's Podcast "History of the Germans" Link"History of the Germans" Homepage LinkHomepage History of the Germans: Link Homepage: http://thehistoryofcologne.com Social Media:InstagramFacebookTwitterPatreon More Info and Links to t…
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An Archbishop with near-death experience ponders revenge against rebellious Cologne citizens Siegburg Treasury: Link Sources: Carl Dietmar u. Hugo Stehkämper, Köln im Hochmittelalter. Geschichte der Stadt Köln 3, Köln 2016. Homepage: http://thehistoryofcologne.com Social Media:InstagramFacebookTwitterPatreon More Info and Links to this podcast: Lin…
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Here you'll learn how to make an entire city revolt against you just because you didn't order a medieval Uber in time for your best buddy. It is shortly after Easter, the highest feast of Christianity, in the year 1074 AD. Just then, Archbishop Anno of Cologne celebrated the feast of the Resurrection of the Lord together with the Bishop of Münster.…
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Anno II leaves a lasting impression on Cologne in this episode by building a lot of things and poking some people's eyes out. How did Anno behave as a city ruler in Cologne? Here you will learn everything about his city planning policy, trade and economy, the arts and his personal piety, here in the second half of the 11th century. Homepage: http:/…
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Anno II.: The Archbishop that kidnapped the king The year is 1062: the young king of the Holy Roman Empire, Henry IV, a teenager, is celebrating a banquet with his mother on an island in the Rhine in what is now Düsseldorf. He has invited some of the princes of the empire to join him. Among them is Archbishop Anno II of Cologne. What happened follo…
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The Ezzonids rule Cologne in the middle of the 11th century and built a mighty and rich monastery in front of the city A powerful noble family dominates the Rhineland and the bordering low mountain range Eifel. In this episode, their political influence expands even further. Also on Cologne, which they will dominate in many ways for decades in the …
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We take a look at how a court functioned in the Middle Ages and how an ugly archbishop led the Cologne Archbishop Is it mean to find a person too ugly? Emperor Henry II will find out when he first sees the supposedly ugly Pilgrim in a church. And a small Cologne penny conquers the trade routes. Social Media:InstagramTik TokFacebook TwitterPatreon J…
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Heribert was around the year 1000 AD at the pinnacle of power as Chancellor of the Holy Roman Empire - but then he was suddenly deposed: but this was a stroke of luck for Cologne On Christmas 999, a barefoot man enters Cologne on the Rhine. This sign of humility is probably rehearsed but sometimes also meant in the same way. The man's name is Archb…
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Talking a Walk throuch Medieval Cologne in the Year 1000 We explore the old city on the Rhine in the year 1,000. What characteristics can be found here? Let's find out together! Join my GPS-guided tour through Roman Cologne at anytime: Link Social Media:InstagramTik TokFacebook TwitterPatreon More Info and Links to this podcast: Link here…
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A Greek Princess saves the Holy Roman Empire From the imperial palace in Constantinople to cold Germany. Theophanu's story, who will find her new adopted home in Cologne, is the subject of this episode. A woman who has received far too little attention so far. Join my GPS-guided tour through Roman Cologne at anytime: Link Social Media:InstagramTik …
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Archbishop Bruno changes the cityscape of Cologne in the middle of the 10th century forever - until today Homepage: http://thehistoryofcologne.com Join my GPS-guided tour through Roman Cologne: Link Social Media:InstagramTik TokFacebook TwitterPatreon More Info and Links to this podcast: Link hereDoor Willem Fromm
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Frankish dynasties ruled Cologne for 500 years - time for a look back 500 years of Cologne's Frankish era are worth looking back on. Youtube-Video about the change from slavery to serfdom: Link Homepage: http://thehistoryofcologne.com Social Media:InstagramTik TokFacebook TwitterPatreon More Info and Links to this podcast: Link here…
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The little brother of Otto the Great - in 953 Bruno becomes Archbishop of Cologne and Duke of Lorraine Sometimes it's good to let the little brother play along. Bruno will prove indispensable as a support for his brother, Emperor Otto the Great. Homepage: http://thehistoryofcologne.com Social Media:InstagramTik TokFacebook TwitterPatreon More Info …
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Once again, Cologne is flexible in its loyalties and changes sides cheerfully until it finally finds its place in what will later become Germany in 923. Around the year 900, Cologne was at a crossroads. To whom does one feel more connected? The Franks in the Carolingian Empire of West Francia? Or the other Germanic tribes in eastern Francia? Homepa…
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