The History of Cologne
The podcast about the history of the 2,000 years old city of Cologne in Germany
#63 Cologne's sneaky city expansion of 1179
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#63 Cologne's sneaky city expansion of 1179
An absentee lord prompted the citizens of Cologne to expand the city in 1179. They did so by doubling the size of the city with the largest medieval city wall in Europe at the time. Unfortunatel...
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#62 How England made Cologne's merchants rich in the 12th century
From 1169 to 1178 Flemish cities in what is today Belgium were in a dispute with the city of Cologne about trade and the use of the Rhine River. At first, Cologne seems to lose this economic dis...
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#61 Sacred Treasures: Medieval Shrines and Their Significance in Cologne
Join me as we delve into the intricate craftsmanship and profound significance of medieval shrines. Discover the artistry, devotion, and cultural impact of these sacred treasures that once grace...
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#60 How the Three Holy Kings came to Cologne Cathedral
An important chapter in Cologne's history is decided in faraway Milan. Rebellious Milan is sacked by imperial troops in 1162. However, the leader of the army, Rainald von Dassel, does not have g...
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#59 How to build a Church in Cologne's Romanesque Century (1150-1250)
Join us on an extraordinary journey back in time as we delve into the fascinating world of Romanesque architecture and the construction of magnificent churches in medieval Cologne. In this episo...
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#58 The Scrooge McDuck of Cologne: Flour, Pennies, and Quirky Nicknames in 12th Century Cologne
Step back in time and delve into the vibrant tapestry of everyday life in 12th century Cologne. In this captivating episode, we'll whisk you away from the halls of power, bypassing bishops, king...
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#57 Shadow and Light: The Jewish Community in Cologne in the 12th Century
In this episode, we immerse ourselves in 12th century medieval Cologne and explore the fascinating life of the Jewish community that existed in the midst of a predominantly Christian majority so...
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#56 From Economic Power to Political Dominance - Cologne's Brotherhood of the Rich in the 12th century
A look into how wealthy citizens of different classes also became rulers that could challenge the city lord. This episode tells the story of how the Cologne "Richerzeche" (brotherhood of the Ric...
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#55 Rupert of Deutz and the Fire of 1128
In 1128, a devastating fire broke out in the town of Deutz, which lies on the other side of the Rhine from Cologne, reducing the town to rubble. But what was the reason for this devastating fire...
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#54 Who owns the city? (in the 12th century)
In this episode, we delve into 12th century Cologne and take a look at the various institutions that administered and governed the city during this time. We start with the offices and institutio...