One of the most pivotal events in early German history—and a defining moment for the identity of the Germanic tribes—was the Battle of the Teutoburg Forest in 9 CE. At its heart was Arminius, a chieftain of the Cherusci tribe and former Roman ally, who orchestrated a stunning ambush that halted Rome’s expansion into Germania. This battle not only … [Read more...]

The roots of German history begin long before the emergence of a unified German state. The earliest ancestors of the Germanic peoples lived during prehistoric times, migrating and evolving into the tribal cultures that would one day challenge Rome and shape medieval Europe. Understanding their origins offers deep insight into how geography, … [Read more...]