Erich B. Anderson
Location
Chicago, Illinois
School
Northern Illinois University
Expertise
Ancient History, Alternative Rock Music, Greco-Roman Mythology
- Erich has earned an award for writing one of the two best undergraduate history thesis papers at Northern Illinois University in 2008.
- He has the rare experience of writing promotional material for some of the top haunted houses across the U.S., such as Pennhurst Asylum, Fear Factory, and Blood Prison.
- In 2016, his first book, "Cataphracts: Knights of the Ancient Eastern Empires," was published in the U.K. by Pen & Sword Books.
Experience
Erich has worked as a professional writer for over 10 years with experience in both journalism and copywriting. He has written well over 100 articles for nearly two dozen websites and print magazines, including Looper, Weird History, Ancient Warfare, All About History, and History Today, one of the oldest popular history magazines in the world. After the release of his first nonfiction book in 2016, Erich has branched out into advertising and written copy for various different clients, from an agency that specializes in horror attractions to one with a focus on B2B in the building industry. Since 2022, he has been a full-time features writer for both Looper and Grunge.
Education
Erich has a bachelor's degree in history and anthropology from Northern Illinois University.
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Stories By Erich B. Anderson
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Princess Margaret's many admirable traits, along with some controversial decisions, make her one of the most intriguing royals of modern times.
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Bill Russell, whose No. 6 jersey will be retired across the NBA, was a champion, a gold medalist and a civil rights activist. Here's what more you should know.
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In 2006, a unit of highly-trained Argentine special forces made their way into a bank near Buenos Aires. Here is the truly gripping story behind the heist.
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When people just assume that all it takes is luck to become a celebrity, they must not be taking someone like Bret Michaels into account. Here's his story.
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When it comes to rockstars, Chris Cornell and Chester Bennington are two of the most epic figures to rise to prominence in the last 30 years.
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Sir Ian McKellen is a gargantuan figure both on the stage and within the geek community. Here are some tragic details about his life you might not have known.
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As the bassist for the Red Hot Chili Peppers, Flea is known for his energetic performances. But there's more to him than his memorable name and onstage antics.
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My Chemical Romance spawned as a result of a major catastrophe. Here are the tragic moments that both helped define MCR and make them stronger.
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As a rock god from one of the greatest thrash metal bands of all time, James Hetfield both subconsciously and somewhat intentionally developed a rough persona.
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Phil Collins has a sadder story than you might think. Here are the tragic parts of Phil Collins' life and career.
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The Cossacks were known as fierce warriors, though there is more to their complex history than only that. This is the untold truth of the Cossacks.
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Bellerophon made the unforgivable mistake of crossing a line, which made him an ever-lasting example of what not to do in the classical world. Here's his story.
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The last type of person most would think of as a possible axe murderer is a suburban housewife, but that was the case for Candy Montgomery.
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Even with their incredible players and accomplishments, the Bulls and their loyal fans have endured much pain and sorrow over the years of the team's existence.
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Pennywise went from kids inspired by former punks to leaders in the genre who serve as inspiration for a new generation of anti-establishment musicians.
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Bryant Gumbel has had a stellar career in sportscasting. His reporting goes way beyond the highlight reels. Here's the untold truth of Bryant Gumbel.
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Haters have often accused Fall Out Boy of selling out and changing their sound, but the music they create is always uniquely Fall Out Boy.
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Romulus and Remus, the legendary founders of the Roman empire's capital city, lived harsh lives filled with warfare and murder. This is their legend explained.
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The ancient Greek demigod Herakles was a far cry from modern versions of Hercules. His life was dark, violent, and very erotic. This is Herakles explained.
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Paramore has made some of the most popular pop punk songs of the decade, even through obstacles, shifts, and heartaches.
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Fine food, too much wine, and ridiculous games -- some things don't change even over thousands of years. Here's what it was like to party in ancient Greece.
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Through the years, Disney and Universal have competed to thrill and excite their visitors. Find out more about the Disney vs. Universal theme park rivalry.
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To Joey Jordison, music was life. And even after overcoming great adversity later in life, he continued to do what he loved and made music until the end.
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Alkaline Trio are pop-punk veterans, and their dark, gothic image has been a hallmark of the band. Their journey has all sorts of fascinating stories.
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Visiting the Roman Colosseum during its heyday was an unbelievable, violent experience. Here's what it was really like being a spectator in the Colosseum.
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Slipknot are known for their mask, which are meant to be more than just creepy faces. Here's the meaning of every Slipknot mask explained.
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Slipknot is known for its wild antics both on and off the stage, and there plenty of stories. This is the untold truth of Slipknot.