David S. Parker

‘Magnified security’, cover illustration for Puck, by Udo J. Keppler, 6 May 1908.

‘America, América’ by Greg Grandin review

America, América: A New History of the New World by Greg Grandin finds a place for Latin America and its ideals in the story of the United States.

Former-president Baltasar Brum prepares to face minister of war Alberto Riverós, 1924. On the signal, he chose to shoot at the ground while Riverós fired into the air. Archivo Fotografico de El Pais, Montevideo.

Why Uruguay Legalised Duelling

Uruguay was the only nation where fighting a duel in defence of honour was perfectly legal for most of the 20th century. Why?