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SportCentre - 1781 North American Cup
https://www.mountvernon.org/video/view/cWPxeWw066Y -
Marine Corps birth (think tavern and booze)
Five days late for the 250th anniversary birth of the Marine Corps, but just now tripped across this video about the Corps's creation. Thought Marines here and citizens who appreciate them might be interested. If a citzen is allowed to say so, Semper Fi! -
icymi - Ken Burns' American Revolution series in November
Burns is a fascinating person to listen to. Particularly at the 5:25-5:50 mark. (I posted this in off topic, hoping it won't go political, meaning more people will become aware of the series.) -
Looking at 2 excellent freshmen RBs
At the Big 12 press event last week, when asked to single out youngsters impressing, the first name out of CMC's mouth was Ryver Peppers. Personally, I've been wowed by Ryver since watching his film at the time of his commitment in the winter. CMC mentioned him during spring ball, too, iirc... -
The General's terrible anger unleashed
Roaming about topics on the Web, I just now tripped across this. Do Americans today understand we had a Wild Man leading the Revolution? https://revolutionarywarjournal.com/general-george-washingtons-temper-shaped-the-man-who-forged-a-new-nation/ -
Tell me Kevin Bacon isn't the reincarnation . . .
of this guy. BTW, this is a rhetorical question, so don't give me grief (grin). -
Raise a glass to 1776!
It’s my habit to watch four scenes from the movie 1776 on July 4th then follow with a toast (one, or maybe more, beers). Thought I would post here should anyone be of similar mood. The fireplug: John Adams. May 1776 no movement toward independence vote. 'Open Up A Window' is a reference to... -
Vietnam War ended 50 Years Ago Today
NYT photo essay: https://www.nytimes.com/2025/04/29/world/asia/vietnam-war-photography-impact.html?unlocked_article_code=1.Dk8.Z50l.E46x23Fcr3e7&smid=url-share -
Your (very) creepy butler
(Might need to open in Incognito) https://www.nytimes.com/2025/04/04/technology/humanoid-robots-1x.html?unlocked_article_code=1.9U4.xwdM.txlheKeBCbYZ&smid=url-share -
80 Years Ago Today in the far Pacific
The Battle of Iwo Jima: https://www.nationalww2museum.org/war/topics/battle-iwo-jima Iwo Jima statistics Iwo Jima was the bloodiest battle in the history of the United States Marine Corps. It was also one of the bloodiest battles of World War II. Casualties: The battle resulted in 24,053... -
April commissioning set for new USS Iowa sub
Should anyone have an interest. Tickets for ceremony at Groton, Conn., available. Also live TV information. https://www.radioiowa.com/2025/01/03/date-is-set-in-april-for-commissioning-of-the-uss-iowa-submarine/... -
December 7 - Someone among many worth remembering
Doris Miller. Doris "Dorie" Miller was a U.S. Navy sailor who was the first Black recipient of the Navy Cross and a nominee for the Medal of Honor. As a mess attendant second class in the United States Navy, Miller helped carry wounded sailors to safety during the attack on Pearl Harbor... -
Russian couple walks their dog and 'cat'
I've been watching this couple's videos about their animals for awhile now, particularly interested in the panther, which they've had since she was a kitten. Here, also, I enjoyed a look at the Russian winter terrain - pretty. Hope someone enjoys it. (Is the dog a Rotweiller?)