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Many of you have been following the story of the creation of our four-part miniseries “A Train Near Magdeburg”. We created this short video in honor of D-Day’s 80th anniversary. More about it in the YouTube description. #DDay, #Magdeburg, #WWII, #Freedom

One of the most important scar in the world. 🖤🌐🤺 The facial scars, known as "Schmiss," were indeed a symbol of honor & bravery among the German elite, particularly in the 1920s and 30s. These scars were often found on the left side of the face and were a result of a unique fencing tradition practiced in exclusive university dueling clubs called "Studentenverbindungen." In these dueling clubs, which were often associated with German universities, members engaged in a form of fencing known as "Academic Fencing" or "Mensur." Unlike conventional fencing, where the goal is to strike the opponent, the purpose of Mensur was not to win but to demonstrate courage, skill, and endurance. Participants wore protective gear but left their faces exposed, intentionally allowing their opponents to strike them. The scars resulting from these duels were seen as badges of honor, signifying courage and toughness. They were particularly esteemed among certain segments of society, including military officers and members of nationalist or right-wing political groups like the Nazis. The left side of the face was often targeted during duels because most people are right-handed, making it easier for opponents to aim their strikes at that side. Additionally, the scars on the left side were more visible when greeting someone with a handshake, allowing individuals to proudly display their courage and affiliation with these elite circles. Overall, the tradition of Schmiss and the scars it produced were deeply rooted in the cultural and social fabric of Germany during the early 20th century, serving as symbols of honor, bravery, and belonging within exclusive circles. Take away of the story is "Scars are important" for your stories in life. #schmiss #scar #bravery. This post is not encouraging any other political agenda.

Great week in Pittsburgh at the National Auction Association Conference & Show meeting with current partners, prospects, and industry veterans. Key takeaways: 🎯 Online auctions are required if auction organizers want to maximize their reach and stay in line with competitors. 🎯 Ultra-low latency (<1/2 sec) and reliability are collectively the two most highly coveted features for live streamed auctions. 🎯 Bidders do not only want to see live video of the item being auctioned, but also the auctioneer and his or her mannerisms/patterns. 🎯 Keeping viewers in remote, isolated areas in real-time and in sync with robust adaptive bitrate transcoding capabilities is crucial. #NAA #NationalAuctionAssociation #CS75 #Auctioneers #RealTimeStreaming

Victory in Europe Day Seventy-nine years ago, the unconditional surrender of Nazi Germany brought an end to the devastating conflict that engulfed more than two continents and threatened the very fabric of civilization. VE Day stands as a testament to the resilience, courage, and determination of the Allied Forces and Nations who stood against tyranny and oppression.   As we reflect on this significant milestone, let us remember the millions of noncombatant lives lost, the untold suffering endured, and the enduring legacy of those who answered the call of duty to defend liberty and justice. The unwavering resolve and unwavering spirit of the Allied Forces continue to inspire us to strive for a world where conflict is resolved through dialogue, understanding, and cooperation.   On this VE Day anniversary, let us reaffirm our commitment to upholding the values for which so many fought and died. May we never forget the lessons of history and work tirelessly to build a future of peace, unity, and mutual respect for all. #VEDAY

Latin America is another notable submarine-operating region, and the one which proportionally sports the most antiquated submarine fleet in the world. Find out more I analysis by Johannes Fischbach #MilitaryBalance https://bit.ly/3JVOulS

Book review of Cold War: A Novel of the Berlin Airlift by Helena P. Schrader Cold War: A Novel of the Berlin Airlift is the second book of a three-part series devoted to a largely forgotten part of World War II history: the Russian blockade or Berlin Crisis of 1948-1949, when Berliners were unable to get the basic supplies they needed to survive because of Russian interference. Read the review here: https://lnkd.in/ecWM4m_e

Is re-enacting history more than just playing war?   In a world where (digital) media and museums nowadays seem to be the primary sources of historical knowledge, the work of Lise Zurné offers a fresh perspective on how we can experience and understand history. For a report with Trouw, Zurné visited the 277th Volks-Grenadier Division, a re-enactment group that recreates German anti-aircraft units from World War II. She discusses how "playing war" can provide an immersive historical experience and offer a broader perspective on history. Read more about the article on our website. https://lnkd.in/eDVgB6YZ

Happy #NationalInventorsDay! On this day, we thought we would look back on the history of one of our favorite inventions: the O-ring. Surprisingly, O-rings were invented in more recent history. They were initially conceptualized in 1933 by Danish machinist Niels Christensen, who had moved to the United States some years earlier. He officially patented them in 1937. For a few years, no one was really interested in O-rings (we know - absolutely horrifying). But the start of WWII brought new innovations in hydraulic landing gears that no one could properly seal. Thus, at the age of 75, Niels demonstrated his O-rings for some engineers in the Army Air Corps. Those engineers ended up making O-rings their seal of choice in just about every application in the US military where seals were needed. In 1941, Niels licensed the patent to United Aircraft with royalties ranging from $0.15 to $2 for each O-ring. Accounting for inflation, that equates to between $2.60 and $35 for each O-ring today! Shortly thereafter, Pearl Harbor happened and the US government seized all patents related to the military effort. Thus, the O-ring became available to every interested manufacturer - royalty-free. Niels was paid $75,000 (or about $1.3 million today) for his invention. The national emergency continued until 1952. At that point, Niels still had 4 years left on his patent. While he tried to gain recognition and payment for his invention, he made little headway and died in October of that same year. In 1971, his estate won a lawsuit against the US government for the royalty payments from 1952-1956. They were awarded $100,000 (or around $635,000 today). It’s also worth noting that there was a Swedish patent from 1897 that describes an O-ring like invention. To our knowledge, it was not well known and Niels’ O-ring is the one that has revolutionized our world today. So, today, on National Inventors’ Day, we’d like to celebrate Niels Christensen. Thank you for your contributions to the sealing industry! #MarcoRubber #Sealing #IndustrialSealing #ORings

WSJ [excerpt]: Four years ago, the U.S. and its oldest ally in #Asia were close to breaking up. The #Philippines had declared it wanted to exit a cornerstone defense pact between the countries. Then-President Rodrigo Duterte favored a realignment toward Beijing. Today, the alliance is at its strongest in decades. The striking turnaround is the result of a U.S. charm offensive, a new leader in Manila and forceful Chinese actions against the Philippines in the #SouthChinaSea. Some 16,000 American and Filipino #military personnel are training in annual exercises called Balikatan, which began on April 22 and will feature America’s Himars rocket launcher and Stinger antiaircraft missiles. The goal is to make sure they can smoothly operate side-by-side if they have to go to war together. Earlier this month, Philippine President Ferdinand Marcos Jr. made his second visit to the White House in less than a year. Days before that, navy ships and aircraft from the U.S., Japan, Australia and the Philippines held joint drills in the South China Sea—a strong show of force in support of Manila. Just weeks prior, on a trip to the Philippines, U.S. Secretary of State Antony Blinken lauded what he called an extraordinary expansion in ties, echoing his counterpart Enrique Manalo, who said: “We’ve been on hyperdrive over the past year or so.” The shift marks a win for the Biden administration’s strategy to counter #China by shoring up America’s alliances. “China continues to overplay its hand and drive Manila right into the arms of Washington,” said Zack Cooper, a senior fellow at the American Enterprise Institute whose research focuses on U.S. strategy in Asia. Still, he said he is surprised by how quickly the relationship has accelerated in a short period. The U.S. gained access to four additional Philippine military bases last year, taking the total to nine. A number of them are at locations that would be significant if a conflict were to break out in the South China Sea or the Taiwan Strait, two major flashpoints in Asia. ... Washington is pouring tens of millions of dollars into upgrading runways and building warehouses, fuel storage and barracks at the sites, some of which are fairly basic. The Biden administration is seeking $128 million more for construction. The sites represent efforts by the two sides to build out places where they can operate and exercise together, Adm. John Aquilino, head of the U.S. Indo-Pacific Command, said in remarks to reporters last week. “And then ultimately, if need be, and the mutual-defense treaty were to be activated, those are places where we would fight together,” he said. That is valuable because America has only a few operating bases in the region, said Cooper of the American Enterprise Institute. In a conflict, its well-known facilities such as Kadena Air Base in Japan and Andersen Air Force Base in the U.S. territory of Guam would likely be targets of Chinese attack, he said. #news ##geopolitics