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Maritime history: Popeye in real life. Few people know that Popeye's character actually really existed. His real name was Frank 'Rocky' Fiegel, born in Poland on January 27, 1868. #maritime #shipping #vessels #shipsandshipping #maritimelaw #maritimesafety #shipmanagement #maritimeindustry #ships #shippingindustry #marineindustry #maritimehistory #ocean #seafarers #shipbuilding #shipowners #maritimesecurity #maritimeinnovation #maritimelaw #maritimetraining #maritimeeducation
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Ever wondered how seafaring shaped the way we speak? From “three sheets to the wind” to “clean slate,” discover the fascinating nautical origins of everyday phrases. Dive into the stories of sailors, their ingenuity, and the challenges they faced at sea. Explore the rich history behind these expressions in our latest article 🔗 https://lnkd.in/eWDZ4Ydc
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June 8 holds significance for several reasons: 1. **World Oceans Day**: Established by the United Nations in 2008, this day raises awareness about the importance of the oceans and promotes sustainable management of their resources. 2. **Significant Historical Events**: - In 1783, the Laki volcano in Iceland began an eight-month eruption, leading to major climate impacts and significant loss of life. - In 1867, Frank Lloyd Wright, a famous American architect, was born. - In 1968, James Earl Ray, the assassin of Martin Luther King Jr., was arrested. 3. **Cultural and National Observances**: Various countries may celebrate specific holidays or anniversaries on this date. These are some of the key reasons June 8 is notable.
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1838 was quite a year! Here's a glimpse of some notable events that happened: The Trail of Tears: The forced relocation of Cherokee people from their ancestral lands in the southeastern United States to Indian Territory (present-day Oklahoma) began. This tragic event resulted in the deaths of thousands of Cherokee people. Invention of the Telegraph: Samuel Morse first demonstrated his telegraph system, revolutionizing long-distance communication. Victorian Era in Full Swing: In England, Queen Victoria was crowned, ushering in an era of significant social and industrial change. 📸 📷 🖼 First Photograph of a Person: Louis Daguerre captured the first known photograph of a person, a seemingly mundane image of a man getting his shoes shined on a Parisian street, but a landmark moment in the history of photography. 📖 Charles Darwin's Theory Takes Shape: Charles Darwin began formulating his theory of evolution by natural selection, which would later revolutionize the scientific understanding of life on Earth. And, of course, it was the year Margaret Knight was born! It seems 1838 was a year of significant beginnings.
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#Awakea Innovators, Inventors & AlohaPreneurs, It’s Hoʻomaikaʻi (thankful) Thursday, what might you be thankful for today? #2024MinorityMentalHealth #1810KingdomOfHawaiiIndependence #1776USIndependence As a USAF Veteran, I am thankful for the Freedom I swore an Oath to Defend & Protect 🇺🇸 Yet, I honor my Cultural Identity and Cultural Inheritance🧬 Today I Celebrate the Independence of the Kingdom of Hawai’i 👑 while recognizing my Oath to defend & protect against all domestic and foreign enemies who may threaten our Freedom🇺🇸 Cultural Identity & Inheritance 1. 1810 - Unification of the Hawaiian Islands - King Kamehameha I married highest ranking Royalty Queen Keopualani to unify the Hawaiian Islands, establishing the Kingdom of Hawaii. This unification fostered a centralized culture and language, preserving and standardizing terms. 2. 1843 - Paulet Affair - British naval officer Lord George Paulet's temporary seizure of Hawaii highlighted the islands' geopolitical significance. The restoration of Hawaiian sovereignty emphasized the resilience of Hawaiian cultural identity, including spiritual terms such as ‘Aeko. 3. 1893 - Overthrow of the Hawaiian Monarch - The overthrow of Queen Liliʻuokalani disrupted the traditional Hawaiian governance and culture. The subsequent annexation efforts brought challenges to preserving indigenous language and spiritual beliefs, including the concept of ‘Aeko as a guardian aumakua. 4. 1898 - Annexation of Hawaii - The formal annexation of Hawaii by the United States marked a shift in political control and cultural influence. Despite these changes, efforts to maintain and revive traditional knowledge and terms, including ‘Aeko, continued among Native Hawaiians. 5. 1941 - Attack on Momi Habor - The attack on Pearl Harbor underscored Hawaii's strategic importance, further integrating the islands into global geopolitical dynamics. In this context, the preservation of indigenous terms and cultural concepts like ‘Aeko became part of a broader movement to retain Hawaiian identity. 6. 1959 - Hawaii Statehood - Hawaii's transition to statehood in 1959 brought increased federal attention and support for cultural preservation. This period saw renewed interest in Hawaiian language and spirituality, emphasizing the importance of terms like ‘Aeko in expressing cultural heritage. 7. 1978 - Hawaiian Renaissance and Constitutional Convention - The Hawaiian Renaissance movement revitalized interest in Native Hawaiian culture, language, and identity. The establishment of the Office of Hawaiian Affairs (OHA) during the 1978 Constitutional Convention aimed to protect and promote cultural traditions, including the etymology and significance of ‘Aeko. 8. 1993 - Apology Resolution - The U.S. Congress issued a formal apology for the overthrow of the Kingdom of Hawaii, acknowledging historical injustices and recognizing Native Hawaiian sovereignty. #AlohaVaMana, Kahuna Loeka W. 🟢🔴
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Wishing for a Tiny Bit more Peace on Earth please! Wishing for Peace on Earth is a wonderfully idealistic New Year’s tradition. How many similar greetings did you receive, or deliver already this year? Unfortunately, based upon a quick Google search, there is little precedence for a conflict-free period during written human history (taking into account that enslavement and colonization actions are implicit warfare). Thus, Lu, Lola, Wreek Kundu and myself – we want to start a more realistic tradition. Wishing for a Tiny Bit more Peace on Earth please. Puzzle piece by puzzle piece, building Peace together.
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America 50-year history 1850- 1900 AC; Achievements, Advancements, Discoveries and Civil war 1860. https://lnkd.in/gMcM6YA8
America 50-year history 1850- 1900 AC; Achievements, Advancements, Discoveries and Civil war 1860.
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