Inspired by History
Inspired by History
Podcast Description
From The Raab Collection, stories of inspiration and discovery, using rare historical documents to bring history alive. We talk about how history continues to teach and guide us today, and discuss the rarity, authenticity, and value of these documents.
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This podcast focuses on themes of historical inspiration, the authenticity and value of documents, and the emotional connections to history, exemplified by episodes like the exploration of Einstein's course registration booklet and the debunking of myths surrounding document handling.
From The Raab Collection, stories of inspiration and discovery, using rare historical documents to bring history alive. We talk about how history continues to teach and guide us today, and discuss the rarity, authenticity, and value of these documents.
In this special episode of Inspired by History, Rebecca Barry and Nathan Raab welcome Mayor Viktor Šimunić, mayor of the Croatian town of Oroslavja, Croatia, to discuss the acquisition of Joseph Mikulec’s remarkable autograph book.
This artifact, containing tens of thousands of signatures from prominent figures of the early 20th century, was lost to history until rediscovered by Nathan Raab. Mayor Šimunić’s dedication to bringing the book back to Croatia highlights the importance of preserving national heritage. The episode delves into the personal journeys and efforts that led to the book’s return, its potential to boost historical tourism, and the mayor’s vision for a museum dedicated to Mikulec’s adventures.
00:00 Introduction to Inspired by History
00:31 A Special Episode: The Famous Autograph Book of Joseph Mikulec
02:06 Mayor’s First Impressions of the United States
02:44 The Journey of the Autograph Book
03:18 The Mayor’s Determination and Vision
04:35 The Discovery and Acquisition of the Book
07:20 The Book’s Future in Croatia
12:35 Conclusion and Final Thoughts
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