Autumn Season: Classy Vintage Vibes of âHello Octoberâ â Editorâs Commentary
This time of autumn season is the time to simply enjoy nature and all that peace and silence. With your favorite cup of coffee, chocolate or tea.
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Silent Anticipation and Idolized Soldiers: Life in Vienna in August 1914
People were filled with motivation, bravery, and strength. Like the upcoming war was one of the numerous battles the Habsburg Empire led before. A visitor or someone passing through the city like Kreisler could also encounter romantic scenes like the one with the reservists and his sweetheart.
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A âSimple Boyâ That Wasnât Naive: Julius Caesarâs Adventure with Pirates
Although Rome protected the Tyrrhenian and Adriatic seas, it was a mainland power and it was a challenge to go against the rising power of pirates, even for powerful Roman leaders just like Julius Caesar.
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âSpecial Talents and Notorious PSYWARâ: Cold War Spy Tradecraft Behind The Iron Curtain
Although there werenât high-tech gadgets like today, Cold War espionage was extremely efficient. In a geopolitical situation where the nuclear threat was constantly present, information was a key currency. As there were no smartphones, internet, or other benefits of the modern age, people were the most important.
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When the Ballista Changed Sieges: Ancient Origins of the Missile Weapon
The first ballista appeared with the invention of torsion spring bundle technology. They brought the three most important changes in the history of war: speed, effectiveness and success.
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