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Myth and Memory
Myth and Memory is a digital archive of stories, ideas, and interpretations drawn from mythology and history. The site explores how myths, legends, and historical events have shaped civilizations, beliefs, and collective memory across time.
Through well-researched articles and narrative-driven analysis, Myth and Memory aims to present the past with clarity, curiosity, and respect for multiple perspectives.
Our Focus
The content on Myth and Memory spans a wide range of subjects, including:
- Global mythology and legendary traditions
- Ancient and medieval history
- Empires, civilizations, and cultural memory
- Wars, battles, and military history
- Interpretations of historical events across sources
A particular area of interest is wars and battles, with focused attention on 20th-century conflicts, especially World War II—its causes, strategies, personalities, and lasting global impact.
About the Author
Sudhir Devapalan is the creator and author of Myth and Memory.
By profession, he is a software engineer with a strong interest in history and mythology. Alongside his technical career, he has spent years reading, researching, and writing about historical events and mythological traditions.
His writing approach combines:
- Analytical thinking shaped by an engineering background
- Narrative storytelling rooted in historical sources
- An effort to present complex events in an accessible manner
While Myth and Memory is not an academic publication, every article is written with care, cross-referenced with multiple sources, and mindful of differing interpretations.
Editorial Philosophy
Myth and Memory is guided by the following principles:
- Educational intent: Content is created for learning and exploration
- Respect for sources: Myths and history are presented with cultural sensitivity
- Balanced interpretation: Acknowledging multiple viewpoints where applicable
- Original writing: Articles are original and not generated or republished from other sources
Interpretations of mythology and history may vary, and readers are encouraged to view the content as a gateway to further study rather than absolute conclusions.
Why “Myth and Memory”?
Myths preserve the beliefs of civilizations.
History records their actions.
Together, they form memory.
Myth and Memory exists to explore this intersection—where legend meets record, and storytelling meets evidence.
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Feedback, corrections, and thoughtful discussion are always welcome.
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