Journal
Welcome to the Centuria Journal. Here you can expect interesting interviews with lecturers, students or alumnis, fascinating deep dives into safety- and security-related topics and event recaps, covering extracurricular activities from our most dedicated students!
On this page, you can find the most recent articles, categories to search for a specific topic and an application form for the Journal Committee.
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The Kremlin’s Secret Police Legacy and Its Modern Resurgence
By Ollie Willis 18 September 2024 Introduction Russia and its Kremlin are infamous for their role in political matters across the globe, whether it is regarding the current invasion of Ukraine or the spread of disinformation beyond its borders. This article aims to shed a light on the internal workings of the Kremlin and provide…
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The Lecturer with his own Wikipedia page
Interview with Dr. Klaas Voss By Thomas Eckholm In a recent conversation with Dr. Klaas Voss, historian and SSMS lecturer, we delved into the inspirations behind his career choices, how he helped television producers to ensure the accuracy of historical details of the popular TV show Deutschland 83, how he met Stanislav Petrov, the person…
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Mercenaries: The Origins and Modernisation of an Ancient Profession
The concept of mercenaries, dating back to Ancient Greece, has seen resurgence in modern times, particularly during WW2 and had a significant impact in post-colonial Africa. This phenomenon has evolved into modern Private Military Companies (PMCs), exemplified by companies like Executive Outcomes and Blackwater, and most recently, the controversial Wagner Group backed by the Russian…
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The Red Sea Conflict
Since the Hamas-led attack on Israel in October 2023, the Red Sea has experienced a surge in military tensions. The “Red Sea Crisis” began after a military movement within Yemen, named the Houthi movement, launched a series of attacks against commercial ships sailing near the Yemeni coast. This movement seemingly poses a message against the…
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