Winter is coming – The historical references in "Game of Thrones"

This will be informative for both fantasy and history fans alike: Let’s take a closer look at the popular series “Game of Thrones”! Lecture by Angelika Beck, M.A. The Wall, the Night’s Watch, and the Wildlings naturally bring to mind the Limes, its garrison of auxiliary troops, and the barbarians living beyond the borders. Many other elements woven into the narrative also bear clear echoes of things we know from historical research. For example, how were the “old gods” treated in Europe’s past, and what role did cults play in influencing those in power? Why do we so often have to say goodbye to protagonists we’ve grown to know in the series—does this reflect fatalistic ancient thinking? Is it true that advanced civilizations flourished during periods of climatic optimum and met their downfall when the climate deteriorated? An expert on the subject will shed light on these and many other aspects this evening, and everyone is invited to join the discussion! #### Further Information: - Lecture by Angelika Beck, M.A., ancient historian and Game of Thrones specialist - Event in cooperation with the Güglingen Media Library - Date: Saturday, November 7, 2026, 7:00 p.m. - Duration: approx. 120 minutes (including a break) - Location: Mediothek Güglingen (event room), Wilhelm-Arnold-Platz 5 (access via Stadtgraben) - Cost: €8 per person (free for Museum-PASS-Musées holders); includes 1 glass of mulled mead