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There is a chapter of World War II history that remains largely untold: the story of the fourth largest Allied military of the war, and the only nation to have fought in the battles of Leningrad, Arnhem, Tobruk, and Normandy. This is the story of the Polish forces during the Second World War, the story of millions of young men and women who gave everything for freedom and in the final victory lost all. In a cruel twist of history, the monumental struggles of an entire nation have been largely forgotten, and even intentionally obscured. No Greater Ally redresses the balance,

I have researched and written over 150 books on strange and mysterious phenomena. Some of these books are based on my own experiences and most topics are based on my research. My fascination with strange things has become a major passion in my life. This book includes over sixty true stories on many different subjects to provide a lot of food for thought on these topics.

OSS Against the Reich presents the previously unpublished World War II diaries of Colonel David K.E. Bruce, London branch chief of America's first secret intelligence agency, as he observed the war against Hitler. The entries include eyewitness accounts of D-Day, the rocket attacks on England, and the liberation of Paris....

Mohandas Karamchand Gandhi one of the greatest men to walk this earth, begins the story of his life with descriptions of his childhood in Porbandar and Rajkot in Gujarat, his schooldays, his early marriage, the lessons he learnt when he tried stealing, told lies and smoked cigrattes, and his...

In Beyond the Blue Horizon, best-selling science historian Brian Fagan tackles his richest topic yet: the enduring mystery of the oceans, the planet’s most forbidding terrain. This is not a tale of Columbus or Hudson, but of much earlier mariners. From the moment when ancient Polynesians first dared to sail beyond the horizon, Fagan vividly explains how our mastery of the oceans has changed history, even before history was written.

Dive into a captivating collection of legendary folk tales from the Australian Aboriginal Narran tribe, known as the Noongahburrahs. Each story weaves together rich cultural heritage and timeless wisdom, inviting listeners to explore the enchanting world of these ancient legends.

Tento podcast se věnuje osobnosti, životu a dílu spisovatele Franze Kafky. Zabývá se ovšem nejen jím, ale celou dobou, ve které žil, a lidmi, se kterými se potkal a kteří ho ovlivnili.

America began, we are often told, with the Founding Fathers, the men who waged a revolution and created a unique place called the United States. We may acknowledge the early Jamestown and Puritan colonists and mourn the dispossession of Native Americans, but we rarely grapple with the complexity of the nation’s pre-revolutionary past. In this pathbreaking revision, Daniel Richter shows that the United States has a much deeper history than is apparent - that far from beginning with a clean slate, it is a nation with multiple pasts.

“David K. Randall has conjured the first air race to circumnavigate the globe in all its death-defying glory, featuring a cast of unlikely heroes who had the right stuff before anyone knew what that was.” — Mitchell Zuckoff, New York Times bestselling author of Lost in Shangri-La and 13...

Dr. Augustinos (Dinos) Charalambous Augusti (Ph.D - M.Sc.)Email: av.avgoustinos@gmail.comPhone: 2410-552008 -6977304601Fax: 2410-552008Augustinos (Dinos) Charalambous Augusti was born in Monagri, Limassol. He served 38months of military service in the 33 rd Squadron (Sergeant) based in the currently occupiedPellapais in the Province of Kyrenia. He took part in the military operations to repel theTurkish invasion in the black summer of 1974.He is an Associate Professor at the School of Agricultural Sciences - Department ofAgriculture, Agrotechnology, University of Thessaly.He writes articles on...

節目播放時間：美國西岸每星期六 5-6 PM http://www.am1430.net/ [K記冰室Podcast] 節目重溫 生活就是電影，看著一幕幕的情節，不單得到一些人生的領悟，還對現實社會有更多的理解。 我是阿Kay，一位電影迷，政治學者。 [K記冰室]，和你分享我所看到的電影畫面，我所理解的電影政治和社會文化！ IG: KayHo1430 https://www.instagram.com/kayho1430/ Facebook: https://shorturl.at/hoFGX Leave a comment and share your thoughts: https://open.firstory.me/user/clgzk5m1z0gcm01tb2i0a36aa/comments Powered by ...

The role of social media in the events of the Arab Spring and its aftermath in the Muslim world has stimulated much debate, yet little in the way of useful insight. Now Haroon Ullah, a scholar and diplomat with deep knowledge of politics and societies in the Middle East, South Asia, and Southeast Asia, draws the first clear picture of the unprecedented impact of Twitter, Facebook, and other means of online communication on the recent revolutions that blazed across Muslim nations.

Aliens have invaded Earth, but not in the way you might expect! In The Eyes Have It, we encounter bizarre, one-celled creatures masquerading as ordinary humans, leading to a delightful satire on certain writing styles. This whimsical tale echoes the brilliance of science fiction legend Philip Dick. Meanwhile, Tony and the Beetles transports us to a distant future where Earths vast colonial empire is in jeopardy. Ten-year-old Tony faces the harsh realities of history as it catches up with humanity, offering a sobering yet engaging perspective on our past and what lies ahead. Two captivating ...

Where haunting meets history. Hosted by paranormal journalist, horror author, and ghost guide Keely Kulpa, ParaGhoul Paranormal explores the eerie intersections of ghost stories and historical truth. Each episode investigates real-life hauntings across Saskatchewan and beyond, blending eyewitness accounts, archival research, and storytelling to uncover what lingers in the shadows - and why. New episodes air live on 91.3 FM CJTR, Access Now Community Radio, with recordings released every Thursday on: SpotifyApple PodcastsYouTube PodcastsiHeartRadioPodbean Website: kdkulpa.com/...

Jean Marie Vianney faced incredible challenges in his pursuit of knowledge, famously earning a zero on his examination after his first year in the seminary. Yet, with unwavering determination and divine guidance, he transformed into a dedicated parish priest and eventually became the beloved Cure of Ars. As his reputation as a compassionate advisor and confessor spread, people traveled from far and wide to seek his wisdom, often whispering amongst themselves that he was a saint. Infuriated by the multitude of souls he saved, the devil relentlessly tempted and tormented him, yet Vianney proved ...

Kmart's Final Chapter: The Rise and Fall of an American Retail Giant Kmart's closure marks more than the end of a store; it represents the conclusion of a significant chapter in American retail history. Once boasting over 2,400 stores, Kmart was a household name that catered to millions of customers. Families relied on Kmart for everything from back-to-school shopping to holiday gifts, and it became an iconic part of American consumer life. Its iconic red "K" sign, the much-beloved "Blue Light Specials," and the opportunity to buy everything under one roof made it a favorite for suburban ...

A radio show becomes a book that becomes a podcast about one of the most iconic places of American and international counter culture.We will explore the history of the famous Chelsea Hotel in Manhattan, New York and hear the stories of some of its most illustrious guests: Edith Piaf, Bob Dylan, Janis Joplin, Leonard Cohen, Patti Smith, Sid Vicious, Dylan Thomas, Jack Kerouac and many more.Come along on a journey to relive some of the most important contributions in music, literature and art as these legends left their mark on this remarkable hotel.

There is not much information available about Tales of the Diamond K, despite extensive research done both on the internet and in the newspaper logs. It was a 15 minute syndicated show aimed at a juvenile audience and appeared to have been aired on a daily basis, during the mid 50's. Some sources indicate that as many as a thousand shows were produced, but there are only 39 known to be in existence. The series starred Ken Maynard as the host who introduced and told a different story each day. Most of the stories took place in the Old West.

Robert K. Hur is a prominent American lawyer and legal professional who has made significant contributions to the field of law and public service. Born on March 17, 1973, in New York City, Hur grew up in a family that valued education and hard work. His parents, both immigrants from South Korea, instilled in him a strong sense of discipline and a drive to succeed. Early Life and Education Hur's early life was marked by academic excellence and a desire to learn. He attended the prestigious Stuyvesant High School in New York City, where he excelled in his studies and graduated as valedictorian ...

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