Harold Peacock’s post-graduate qualification in applied finance belies his deep love of history and adventure. He has lived in 3 countries, and visited around 60 as varied as Iceland from where he ventured north of the Arctic Circle to see Puffins in their natural habitat, and Bolivia where he gasped inside a witches market at an altitude greater than Base Camp in the Himalayas. All the while he has enjoyed events as diverse as Royal Garden Parties at Buckingham Palace and a scientific expedition walking with camels in the Simpson Desert.

A degree in journalism enhanced by further university studies in history, genealogy, and archaeology means that everywhere he goes, Harold observes with the eye of an historian and the curiosity of a journalist. His research is often supplemented with tangible evidence unearthed by his work as a metal detectorist. In this way, he uniquely overcomes the barrier of time and space, to bring history and people alive in all dimensions. Professional memberships include the Royal Historical Society of Queensland.

He’s written around 500 short stories, published 2 books, features on 2 weekly radio segments, appeared across national media, leads an annual charity trek, and is always looking for his next adventure.

This blog records Harold’s appreciation of everyday life and travel with an historic perspective, weaving his love of discovering forgotten history into unique individualistic posts. Please follow, share, and enjoy.