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The Austrian Credit-Anstalt Collapse: The Bank Failure That Caused the Great Depression (1931)
We are taught that the Great Depression started with the US stock market crash of 1929. That is a lie.
The real collapse,the one that destroyed the global economy, forced Britain off the gold standard, and paved the way for World War II,started in a boardroom in Vienna in 1931.
This is the untold story of the Credit-Anstalt, the "Too Big to Fail" bank that was bigger than its own country.
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On December 7, 1941, at 7:55 a.m. Hawaii time, a Japanese dive bomber bearing the red symbol of the Rising Sun of Japan on its wings appears out of the clouds above the island of Oahu.
A swarm of 360 Japanese warplanes followed, descending on the U.S. naval base at Pearl Harbor in a ferocious assault.
The surprise attack struck a critical blow against the U.S. Pacific fleet and drew the United States irrevocably into World War II.
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Isaac's Cathedral Is The Largest Orthodox Church In St. Petersburg To Date And One Of The Tallest Structures In The World.
Photographer: @sanktpeterburg_visit
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A Moon Bridge in Sichuan, China
The moon bridge, also known as "sori-bashi" in Japanese, is a highly arched pedestrian bridge. The moon bridge originated in China and was later introduced to Japan, where it became synonymous with landscape architecture. However, the general shape of this bridge is found in all East Asian cultures.
Generally, these bridges are not functional, but serve as ornamentation. However, they were originally designed to allow pedestrians to cross canals while allowing barges to pass beneath.
To achieve this height in normal bridge construction, a significant amount of bank space must be used for the bridge approaches. The ascent and descent of the moon bridge has the advantage of conserving this space. These approaches can be very steep on moon bridges, sometimes requiring the attachment of rungs to the bridge.
In formal gardens, a moon bridge is placed so that it is reflected in still water. The high arch and its reflection form a circle, symbolising the moon.
By forming a complete reflected circle, the bridge also symbolises purity: the Chinese words for "complete" and "circle" together translate into "perfection".
This 400-500 year old bridge in Sichuan, pictured first photo above, survived the deadly 2008 earthquake, while many bridges a few decades old collapsed.
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🥊🇹🇭The popular Thai sport Muay Thai is not only a fun way to work out, it is also steeped in tradition.
Every fight begins with ritual ceremonies called Wai Kru and Ram Muay, both of which are performed by fighters at the start of their Muay Thai battle.
Comprised of two parts, Wai Kru is performed by circling the ring three times, putting one's hands together, and bowing to show respect for the trainers, gym, and family.
Next, fighters perform the Ram Muay or “boxing dance”, which helps tell spectators the fighter's home gym, as each Ram Muay varies by gym location.
📸 2nd Photo: Tourism Authority of Thailand
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Bobolice Castle 🏰
Bobolice Castle, located in the picturesque Kraków-Częstochowa Upland of southern Poland, is one of the most iconic fortresses of the Jura Chain.
Originally built in the 14th century during the reign of King Casimir III the Great, it formed part of the “Eagle’s Nests” defensive system meant to protect the kingdom’s borders.
Perched on a limestone hill, the castle commands dramatic views of the surrounding cliffs and forests.
Over the centuries, Bobolice experienced periods of both prosperity and ruin—damaged during invasions, abandoned for generations, and eventually restored in the early 21st century.
Its reconstruction revived the medieval appearance of the walls, towers, and gatehouse, allowing visitors to imagine the castle as it once stood in its full strength.
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This Is A Large, Artistic Sundial Located In The Botanical Garden Of Rio de Janeiro, Brazil. 🇧🇷
⦿ The sundial is a historical and scientific installation that relies on the sun's position to track time.
⦿ It is made of a reddish material, possibly Corten steel, which develops a stable rust layer for protection.
⦿ The garden itself, founded in 1808 by King John VI of Portugal, is renowned for its impressive biodiversity and historical elements.
⦿ The installation serves as a tribute to ancient timekeeping methods and the harmonious relationship between nature and human knowledge.
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Eye catching book benches in Burgas, Bulgaria shaped as paper books.
Designed and made by OverHertz Bulgaria.
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"We know not of the future, and cannot plan for it much. But we can hold our spirits and our bodies so pure and high, we may cherish such thoughts and such ideals, and dream such dreams of lofty purpose, that we can determine and know what manner of men we will be whenever the hour strikes that calls us to noble action....No man becomes suddenly different from his habit and cherished thought."
Joshua L. Chamberlain
That sentiment, often attributed to Joshua Lawrence Chamberlain, reflects a core wisdom: while we can't predict the future, we can shape our character and mindset now to be ready for whatever comes, emphasizing preparedness through inner strength, virtue, and trust in our developed selves or a higher power rather than rigid future plans.
It suggests focusing on present actions and principles, as our habits and ideals determine our readiness for life's inevitable tests, much like Chamberlain's own preparedness at Gettysburg.
Key Interpretations:
Character over Contingency: Chamberlain believed character formed in peaceful times dictates actions in crisis; our inner selves are what matter when the future demands action, not detailed foresight.
Trust in the Present: The idea encourages living purposefully now, building virtues, and cultivating faith, so you're equipped for tomorrow's challenges, as "the future is promised to no one".
Embrace Uncertainty: It's a call to let go of excessive worry about the unknown and instead focus on cultivating resilience and wisdom, trusting that your present self will rise to the occasion.
Divine Providence: Some interpretations link this to faith, suggesting trusting God's plan for an unknown future, viewing God as the ultimate planner beyond human comprehension.
In essence:
Don't get paralyzed by future unknowns; instead, build a strong foundation in the present through good habits, noble ideals, and faith, so you can meet any future with courage and competence.
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