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    John F. Mueller

    John F. Mueller

    Although he acquired a PhD in History at Cambridge, John F. Müller continues to show an interest in historical research, which he now combines with his love of heraldry. He is director of the Heraldic Institute and a fellow of the Royal Historical Society. “I’d rather be writing for Country Life” is emblazoned on his gym kit.

    'Never willing to pardon where I had a power to revenge’: The history of the duelling class

    Settling a dispute with swords, pistols and, if legend is to be believed, sausages and guitars, has long been a matter of honour even among modern-day rock stars, discovers John F. Mueller.

    • Charlie Chaplin, sans-chapeau: unrecognisable.

      Curious Questions: When — and why — did we stop wearing hats?

      The hat was once as essential for leaving the house as a pair of trousers, but the sight of a dapper gent sporting one is now all too rare, laments John F. Mueller, while Toby Keel takes a look at the reasons we stopped wearing them.

      By John F. Mueller Published 2 March 24

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