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How the Battle of Midway changed the course of World War II
The Battle of Midway, a pivotal WWII clash, turned the tide in the Pacific – a David vs. Goliath story where strategy trumped might.
Echoes of War: Uncovering the Untold Stories of Ordinary People
Peering into the souls of ordinary people caught in the throes of war unveils a kaleidoscope of emotions, fears, and sacrifices rarely conveyed in historical accounts.
The Definition of Courage, According to Field Marshal William Slim
Field Marshal William Slim was a prominent British military leader who played a crucial role in World War II. His leadership philosophy remains influential in management to this day; his quotes about courage are often repeated around the world. And here’s why…
The Historian who Predicted World War II
In 1920, this man managed to predict World War II step by step, Anschluss and Molotov-Ribbentrop pact included, by reading maps and history books Buckle up, in this memo, we will explore the most prophetic book ever written in history
The most extraordinary logistical expedition in war
1568: You're the King of Spain and the Dutch provinces revolt. But how can you send your army to the Netherlands through pirates and hostile states? Enters the Camino Español, one of the most impressive logistical and diplomatic feats in military history.
Our politics are shaped by ancient maps
Modern politics are the product of many things. But staggeringly, our society is largely shaped by history and geography in more ways than we realize:
Why SpaceX’s Elon Musk is caught in the Kremlin’s crosshairs
For stargazers and aeronauts, there’s little doubt that SpaceX has skyrocketed into becoming the globe’s first independent space superpower: SpaceX launched more rockets than Russia did in 2021, and recently passed China in the number of astronauts it’s speeded into orbit.
SpaceX sparks a new French Revolution
Even as Elon Musk coronates himself with fantastical royal titles that seem snatched from a video game - like the “Imperator of Mars” bio he posted on his throne at Twitter - he is almost worshipped as a world-changing revolutionary a continent away, across post-imperial France.
Battleships: The most famous ships lost in wartime
There are over 3 million ships resting on the ocean floor. Many of these are cargo or passenger ships, but many others are battleships lost during conflicts. These sunken ships extend throughout history. Here are 8 that stand out.
Lead Like Legends: Wit and Wisdom from Historical Icon's Playbooks
Peek into the annals of history and you'll find leadership is as varied as Caesar's salad dressings. Ready for a romp with rulers who rocked their era?
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A Global Power Shift: Why the Suez Crisis was so important
The Suez Crisis of 1956 was a pivotal moment in history, highlighting the power struggles of the Cold War era and the complexities of international relations.
Ten Authors Who Lived Like Action Heroes
The Nerd-Jock Dichotomy Is False. Ten men who were both: Jünger fought WWI at 19, saw intense action at the frontlines, led his unit to impossible victories, was wounded 7 times, survived headshots, read Nietzsche in his spare time, and self-published the classic Storm Of Steel.
Top 10 Most Popular Episodes of Jocko podcast
10) Jocko Podcast 223 w Pat McNamara: Be Skilled & Prepared to Take Care of Yourself & those Around You | 1.0m views | Apr 1, 2020: Jocko and Pat talk about facing fears, climbing to new heights and adventures in endurance.
Russia’s shooting down of a SpaceX satellite could spark “Space War I”
Weapons designers across Russia and China are racing to perfect arms that could target and destroy Elon Musk’s SpaceX satellites. But Western military leaders warn that shooting down a single SpaceX spacecraft could ignite a war with not just the US, but the entire NATO alliance.
Russian roulette on the International Space Station
As Russian fighter jets bombard Ukraine’s most advanced spacecraft maker with long-range missiles, they are devastating the “Rocket City” of Dnipro with the aim of crushing a Ukrainian aerospace competitor - a rising star in the design of orbital launchers.
Europe girds for celestial war
Weeks before Russia began blitzing Ukraine in a fireworks of missile attacks, while threatening a doomsday nuclear war with Europe and the US, it sent out a signal that the battle could be extended into space. But that piece in the puzzle of its war plans was only later decoded.
Echoes from a Forgotten Time: Unraveling Global Politics Through The Lens of The Cold War
The Cold War, a complex period marked by ideological conflict primarily between superpowers America and Soviet Union, continues to echo in our global politics today; an enduring testament to its historical significance.
Ukraine: 10 Insights in 10 Minutes
Ukraine's fierce resistance against Russia has galvanized global support and inspired freedom fighters worldwide.
Based Granite, Woke Limestone?
"Right-wing granite, left-wing limestone" André Siegfried's famously claimed in 1913. The father of electoral geography argued that the soil had a lasting political impact, one that still pops its head in modern French politics. A Memo'd on conservatism and soils
How our language shapes our reality
INTRODUCTION: Author of the classic “Brave new world", Aldous Huxley, a British writer, and philosopher, is one of the prominent literary figures of the 20th century. In this memo, discover top insights from one of his essay “Words and Behaviour”:
Andre Malraux Becomes The Übermensch
Introduction. Nietzsche inspired a young Andre Malraux to live a life of adventure, philosophical integrity, and daring creativity. Malraux went on to become a war hero, a literary rockstar, and France's first Culture Minister. Here's how Nietzsche inspired him to greatness👇
75 years of India’s Independence
India became independent on 15th Aug 1947. The journey from a colonised country to a secular, sovereign, democratic republic has inspired many countries. Let’s take a look at India after 75 years of its independence.
Nefertiti: from ancient myth maker to the modern Metaverse
During Nefertiti’s golden age, when scribes and sculptors carved wishes into stone for her to be granted eternal life, none could have imagined that 33 centuries would have to rush by before she began gaining a measure of immortality - in the new virtual realm of the Metaverse.
Napoleon on how LOGIC loses wars and more
Introduction. Honoré de Balzac, one of the most prominent French writers of the 19th century, was a big admirer of Napoleon Bonaparte. He combed through hundreds of Napoleon speeches and public gazettes to collect his aphorisms on subjects ranging from politics to religion 👇 @