Lucas Haasis

I like the idea of a University of Bluesky in the sense that many of us are part of a virtual res publica litteraria these days. I haven't (and likely won't) meet all of you in person ever, but I read your research, hints, comments, problems, and puns, even your bad jokes.

Trying to stay in academia has been so demoralizing even without [waves hands]. And yet every time I log onto this website I'm met by a diverse community of scholars working in a broad range of fields, all of whom believe in and fiercely advocate for a better academy. What could be more hopeful?

On Monday, at 1 PM, we welcome Casey Schmitt to our Ships & Seafaring Talk, where she will present her book "The Predatory Sea", a full-length study of the entangled history of captivity and colonialism using Spanish, French and English archives. Sign up here: www.eventbrite.com/e/ships-seaf...

Wenn es doch nur eine Technologie gäbe, die wir jetzt massiv ausbauen könnten, die uns erlauben würde, unabhängiger von Öl & Gas zu werden, langfristig die Kosten senkt und nebenbei damit auch noch damit die Klimakrise löst. 🧐

Join us today! Today, we’ll talk about some of most unique discoveries in the Prize Papers - artefacts from the Faroe Islands. When? 1pm (Germany), 12 (UK) - online. Register or just drop me a line and I sent you the link. All welcome!

Want to learn more about the spectacular find on the Danish cargo ship Anne-Marie? Sign up for an exciting roundtable with researchers from the Faroe Islands here: www.eventbrite.com/e/ships-seaf...
#skystorians #19thcentury #earlymodern #maritimehistory

Glückwunsch!

Sealed package – but you can see a glimpse of red coloured wool in one corner, black background. Credits: Prize Papers Project, National Archives, ref. HCA 32/952, Images reproduced by permission of The National Archives, UK, Photographer: Maria Cardamone.

Ever wondered what it’s like to open a real historical time capsule? Join our online roundtable “Letters and Artefacts from the Captured Ship Anne Marie (1807)” on 2 March, 1 pm CET!
Life, loss & connection at sea: eventbrite.com/e/ships-seafaring-15001800-tickets-1931080938069
#earlymodern #history

Viking shoes from the Oseberg ship.
osebergvikingarv.no/eng/the-oseb...

The #humanities thrive through collaboration, dialogue, and exploration 💞

That’s why H-Net matters! We connect scholars, foster academic conversations, and support humanities research 💗
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Cover of book with text in yellow reading: The Firearm Revolution: From Renaissance Italy to the European Empires, overlaid on an image of an angel in seventeenth-century dress with wings and a long gun.

Hello Bluesky! My new book, THE FIREARM REVOLUTION, is out on 14 April. It’s about how a new technology changed society, and how hard it was to control. Here’s a little thread of what’s inside:

Wir freuen uns sehr, dass das #histocamp im Jahr 2026 zu uns zurückkehrt! Sichert euch jetzt noch schnell Tickets und seid mit dabei in #Bonn.

You are very right!

Sealed package – but you can see a glimpse of red coloured wool in one corner, black background. Credits: Prize Papers Project, National Archives, ref. HCA 32/952, Images reproduced by permission of The National Archives, UK, Photographer: Maria Cardamone.

Ever wondered what it’s like to open a real historical time capsule? Join our online roundtable “Letters and Artefacts from the Captured Ship Anne Marie (1807)” on 2 March, 1 pm CET!
Life, loss & connection at sea: eventbrite.com/e/ships-seafaring-15001800-tickets-1931080938069
#earlymodern #history

You might like this @onslies.bsky.social

Episode 2: The History of Cats on Ships by The Untitled History Podcast From as early as 7000 years before the common era, we have evidence suggesting cats served alongside humans on ships. This isn’t just in a civilian capacity. As long as there have been warships, cats ...

Important news!

I am delighted to announce the launch of my new podcast: The Untitled History Podcast.

It's me, and guests, falling down all the history rabbitholes you can imagine.

Please, please spread the word, subscribe and listen. Because... SHIPS CATS!! cms.megaphone.fm/channel/the-...

Sack that used to hold affidavits.

Label on an affidavits sack

I still get a thrill when I open up an archive box and find the original sack that used to hold the records. This is an 18th Century sack used for holding King's Bench affidavits [TNA KB 1/3]

Lieber Apfel

On the privateer's side, sailors shared in the profits, while on the captured ship's side, they were interrogated and usually released from captivity. Many wives wrote letters to their husbands. But that would be a good question to ask Vera.

Noted for next time! :)

Ever wondered how Spanish privateers shaped global warfare & trade? Join Dr Vera Moya Sordo on Mon 23 Feb (1–2 pm CET) for “Kings of Privateering: A History of the Spanish Enterprise”, part of our Ships & Seafaring series #earlymodern #maritimehistory 🗃️
Register: www.eventbrite.com/e/ships-seaf...

Join us Monday, 23rd February at 1 PM for Lunch Talks: Kings of Privateering, where we’ll explore how Spanish privateers in the 18th-century Caribbean were vital instruments of imperial power—driving war, trade, smuggling, and the trade with enslaved people with remarkable agency.

Research output: Unusual Love Letters in the Archive — Colourful Histories

Time to share some writing from the archives- brought to you by Colourful Histories, @statelibrarynsw and @nationallibraryaus.

Written while I was on a summer scholarship at the NLA, this remains one of my favourite blog pieces....

#LibraryLoversDay #14Feb #archives #PacificHistory #loveletters

Archaeologists Discover 12,000-Year-Old Sewn Clothing in Oregon Caves - GreekReporter.com Archaeologists uncover 12,000-year-old sewn hides, bone needles and artifacts in Oregon caves, revealing Ice Age clothing and culture.

greekreporter.com/2026/02/10/o...

I am standing in the entrance area of the research depot of the German Maritime Museum. The photo is in black and white colours, in the background you can read: DSM, in the front: Gerda Henkel Foundation.

Thrilled to share that I’ve been awarded a research scholarship from @gerda-henkel-stiftung.de to continue my work at the German Maritime Museum as Senior Fellow on my new project “Convicts’ Letters” (Calcutta to Australia, 1803) including research trips to the UK and Australia #earlymodern #history

Thanks, Hugo! Playing cards and fabrics will definitely be included! In the meantime, I’d also like to point you to our online exhibitions featuring some of the artefacts on display: www.prizepapers.de/materiality/...

All good! Social media posts can be a bit of a challenge because I only have a limited number of characters, so misunderstandings happen! But I’m sure Monday’s talk itself won’t leave any room for misunderstandings!

You’re right to note that the post could be misleading in that direction, thanks for pointing it out. Our lecture series focuses on the period from 1500 to 1800 and on RN & trading vessels. You’re of course very welcome to join! Hielke will be happy to answer any questions you may have on this topic

You’re right to note that the post could be misleading in that direction, thanks for pointing it out. Our lecture series focuses on the period from 1500 to 1800 and on RN & trading vessels. You’re of course very welcome to join! Hielke will be happy to answer any questions you may have on this topic