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In the history of the modern world, there have been few characters more sadistic, sinister, and deeply demented as Baron Ungern-Sternberg. An anti-Semitic fanatic with a penchant for Eastern mysticism and a hatred of communists, Baron Ungern-Sternberg took over Mongolia in 1920 with a ragtag force of White Russians, Siberians, Japanese, and native Mongolians.

When the United States was young, importing luxury goods from China was a secretive, glamorous, often brutal business - one where teas and silks and porcelain were purchased with profits from the opium trade. But the journey by sea to New York from Canton could take six agonizing months, and so the most pressing technological challenge of the day became ensuring one’s goods arrived first to market. Barons of the Sea tells the story of a handful of cutthroat competitors who raced to build the fastest, finest, most profitable clipper ships to carry their precious cargo to American shores.

In the fall of 1909, a pair of bitter contests captured the world’s attention. The American explorers Robert Peary and Frederick Cook both claimed to have discovered the North Pole, sparking a vicious feud that was unprecedented in international scientific and geographic circles. At the same time, the rivalry between two powerful New York City newspapers—the storied Herald and the ascendant Times—fanned the flames of the so-called polar controversy, as each paper financially and reputationally committed itself to an opposing explorer and fought desperately to defend him.

Step into the tumultuous world of medieval England with Sir Philip Harclay, who returns to find his friend Lord Lovels castle and estate seized by treachery. As secrets unfold and dark betrayals come to light, the story builds to an intense showdown between good and evil, culminating in a gripping duel for the rightful claim to the prize.

Hosted by Matt Barone, The Curious Dimension Podcast is about Sacred Geometry. Esoteric Texts, UFOs, Ancient Civilizations, and more. Join me on this fascinating journey through the mysterious of the Universe.

Me gusta investigar la historia de las religiones y las creencias, pero sobre todo la historia del cristianismo

In the ultimate "give them their roses" series, former 2X NBA All Star Baron Davis sits down with the point guards that inspired and influenced him both on and off the court. They not only discuss the past, present, and future of the game, but they also share their fondest memories of their time in the spotlight and how those moments impacted the trajectory of their lives.

Manfred Albrecht Freiherr von Richthofen (2 May 1892 – 21 April 1918), also widely known as the Red Baron, was a German fighter pilot with the Imperial German Army Air Service (Luftstreitkräfte) during World War I. He is considered the top ace of that war, being officially credited with 80 air combat victories. Originally a cavalryman, Richthofen transferred to the Air Service in 1915, becoming one of the first members of Jasta 2 in 1916. He quickly distinguished himself as a fighter pilot, and during 1917 became leader of Jasta 11 and then the larger unit Jagdgeschwader 1 (better known as ...

Boerne Radio 103.9FM and Kendall County Roofing present the stories on our Boerne, Texas History - honor those our schools, our buildings and streets were named after. Stories of early settlers, city leaders, and those that kept the peace. Boerne Texas History is read by Tom Allred, written by Connie Clark of ConnieCanWrite.com, and produced by Boerne Radio 103.9FM. Please thank and support Kendall County Roofing for making this possible. www.kendallcountyroofing.com www.boerneradio.com

Características de um movimento econômico pouco explorado nos estudos da história do Brasil são retratadas nesta seleção de textos do clássico "Cultura e Opulência no Brasil": o tabaco. Dentre outros aspectos, Antonil conta ao leitor sobre a semeadura e o trato da plantação, a confecção da chamada "corda" até a confecção e a qualidade do produto final.

Primeiro documento a descrever o Brasil, a Carta de Pero Vaz de Caminha conta como foi o desembarque dos navegantes portugueses no que hoje é a chamada Costa do Descobrimento – Porto Seguro e entorno. Considerada por muitos poética, a carta ao rei D. Manuel I narra o primeiro encontro de índios e colonizadores, bem como a primeira missa no Brasil.