https://tribes.hypotheses.org/3999 The ties that bind in a federal state? Some reflections from the ancient world (Guest article by Roy van Wijk) How do local identities interact with federal structures? This article by Roy van Wijk, which TrIBES is pleased to feature, explores the case of Oropus, a contested border region in ancient Greece. Through a historical lens, the piece examines the tensions between political autonomy and larger federative entities, offering insights that resonate beyond antiquity. As part of TrIBES’ ongoing exchange with disciplines seemingly distant from its core themes, this contribution invites reflection on identity, governance, and historical narratives. #ancientworld #federalism #identityformation #oropos #europeanunion #culturalintegration #historicalinsights #greekantiquity #modernparallels #bordermanagement --------------------------- Follow us also on: Telegram: https://t.me/tribes2018 Instagram: @tribes_htf Whatsapp: https://whatsapp.com/channel/0029VanANtXHFxOuYORkA00p