"The conscious and intelligent manipulation of the organized habits and opinions of the masses is an important element in democratic society. Those who manipulate this unseen mechanism of society constitute an invisible government which is the true ruling power of our country... In theory, every citizen makes up his mind on public questions and matters of private conduct. In practice, if all men had to study for themselves the abstruse economic, political, and ethical data involved in every question, they would find it impossible to come to a conclusion about anything. We have voluntarily agreed to let an invisible government sift the data and high-spot the outstanding issues so that our field of choice shall be narrowed to practical proportions. From our leaders and the media they use to reach the public, we accept the evidence and the demarcation of issues bearing upon public questions; from some ethical teacher..."
Bernays, E.L. (1928). Propaganda.
Bernays, E.L. (1928). Propaganda.
Aesop's Fables: The Astronomer and the Thracian Woman
"When Thales the astronomer was gazing up at the sky, he fell into a pit. A Thracian slave woman, who was both wise and witty, is said to have made fun of him for being eager to know what was happening over his head while failing to notice what was right there at his feet."
Aesop's Fables [Translated by Laura Gibbs]
"When Thales the astronomer was gazing up at the sky, he fell into a pit. A Thracian slave woman, who was both wise and witty, is said to have made fun of him for being eager to know what was happening over his head while failing to notice what was right there at his feet."
Aesop's Fables [Translated by Laura Gibbs]
Forwarded from Tafelrunde (David Korb)
During World War II Germany developed sonic weapons that could literally shake a person from the inside out.
The sound waves created caused dizziness and nausea at 300 meters and could kill someone at 50 meters.
In the 2nd and 3rd images we see an interpretation from the book of Joshua, where the Israelites trumpeted to break down the walls of Jericho in 1273 BC. So could these ancient people really have developed any modern sonic weapons like the Germans did?
The sound waves created caused dizziness and nausea at 300 meters and could kill someone at 50 meters.
In the 2nd and 3rd images we see an interpretation from the book of Joshua, where the Israelites trumpeted to break down the walls of Jericho in 1273 BC. So could these ancient people really have developed any modern sonic weapons like the Germans did?
Cossacks taking down the Bolsheviks (written by American communist Albert Rhys Williams)
On the third day the troops arrive. Bicycle battalions, the reserve regiments, and then long grim lines of horsemen, the sun glancing on the tips of their lances. They are the Cossacks, ancient foes of the revolutionists, bringing dread to the workers and joy to the bourgeoisie. The avenues are filled now with well-dressed throngs cheering the Cossacks, crying, "Shoot the rabble." "String up the Bolsheviks."
Williams A. R. (1921). Through the Russian Revolution.
On the third day the troops arrive. Bicycle battalions, the reserve regiments, and then long grim lines of horsemen, the sun glancing on the tips of their lances. They are the Cossacks, ancient foes of the revolutionists, bringing dread to the workers and joy to the bourgeoisie. The avenues are filled now with well-dressed throngs cheering the Cossacks, crying, "Shoot the rabble." "String up the Bolsheviks."
Williams A. R. (1921). Through the Russian Revolution.
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Annett Müller - Unbekannter Soldat (Unknown Soldier)
Annett Müller is a former member of the National Democratic Party of Germany (founded 1964).
Annett Müller is a former member of the National Democratic Party of Germany (founded 1964).
"For a samurai, a simple word is important no matter where he may be. By just one single word martial valor can be made apparent. In peaceful times words show one's bravery. In troubled times, too, one knows that by a single word his strength or cowardice can be seen. This single word is the flower of one's heart. It is not something said simply with one's mouth. A warrior should not say something fainthearted even casually. He should set his mind to this beforehand. Even in trifling matters the depths of one's heart can be seen. No matter what it is, there is nothing that cannot be done. If one manifests the determination, he can move heaven and earth as he pleases. But because man is pluckless, he cannot set his mind to it... effort is simply a matter of concentration."
Yamamoto Tsunetomo. Hagakure.
Photo: Statue of Sakamoto Ryōma
Yamamoto Tsunetomo. Hagakure.
Photo: Statue of Sakamoto Ryōma
“Soldiers of my Old Guard, I bid you farewell.
For twenty years, you have constantly been by my side on the road to honour and glory. You have always behaved with courage and fidelity. Again in these last days, you have given me proof of this.
In your hands, our cause would not have been lost. For three years I could have waged a civil war; but France would only have been more unhappy, there would have been no definitive outcome. The allied powers were presenting all of Europe united against us. One part of the army betrayed me; parties were created to form another government. I have sacrificed all my personal interests for the good of the nation; so I am leaving. You will serve her always with glory and honour; you will be faithful to your new sovereign. Receive my thanks. I cannot embrace you all, I will embrace your leader, I will also embrace your flag. Come, General, bring forward the flag…”
For twenty years, you have constantly been by my side on the road to honour and glory. You have always behaved with courage and fidelity. Again in these last days, you have given me proof of this.
In your hands, our cause would not have been lost. For three years I could have waged a civil war; but France would only have been more unhappy, there would have been no definitive outcome. The allied powers were presenting all of Europe united against us. One part of the army betrayed me; parties were created to form another government. I have sacrificed all my personal interests for the good of the nation; so I am leaving. You will serve her always with glory and honour; you will be faithful to your new sovereign. Receive my thanks. I cannot embrace you all, I will embrace your leader, I will also embrace your flag. Come, General, bring forward the flag…”
Forwarded from Tafelrunde (David Korb)
Former cyclist and future aircraft designer Glen Curtiss on his record-breaking motorcycle.
The motorcycle was built specifically to break the world speed record set by Fred Marriott on a steam engine in 1906.
The motorcycle was equipped with a 4-liter V-8 engine designed by Curtiss and produced 40 horsepower, which allowed Curtiss to accelerate to a speed of 219.31 km/h on January 24, 1907.
The record for motorcycles held by Glenn Curtiss until 1930.
The motorcycle was built specifically to break the world speed record set by Fred Marriott on a steam engine in 1906.
The motorcycle was equipped with a 4-liter V-8 engine designed by Curtiss and produced 40 horsepower, which allowed Curtiss to accelerate to a speed of 219.31 km/h on January 24, 1907.
The record for motorcycles held by Glenn Curtiss until 1930.
#Art Vereshchagin, V. (1905). Great Church of Kiev-Pechersk Lavra
#Art Surikov, V. (1890). A Cossack in Siberia's conquest by Ataman Yermak Timofeyevich.
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On January 7, 2011 the historical and cultural complex "Zaporozhye Oak" held a folk holiday "Cossack Christmas"