@jochenlingelba1@h-net.social2-year postdoc on the #history of USAID at @…
The Chair of African History at the University of Bayreuth invites applications for a two-year Postdoctoral Research Fellowship funded by the Gerda Henkel Foundation. The fellowship is embedded in the interdis…
@johnhobbs@mstdn.caImmersing myself in WWII history never ceases to captivate me. The resilience from this era offers invaluable lessons for today's global and business challenges. 📚 Each story reveals how perseverance shapes outcomes! 🌍 #HistoryBuff #NeverStopLearning
@kctipton@mas.toNational Rifle Association's Change on Gun Control in 1970s | TIME #history
@paulbusch@mstdn.caGood Morning #Canada
Just a few years after we were married my wife and I rented the upper half of a duplex near High Park. The East-West road we lived on was considerably higher than the one south of us and we could see Lake Ontario through gaps in the houses across the street. I learned this week that a few years ago I could have had beachfront access out my front door.
Glacial Lake Iroquois was a prehistoric proglacial lake that existed at the end of the last ice age approximately 13,000 years ago. It was essentially an enlargement of the present Lake Ontario that formed because the St. Lawrence River downstream from the lake was blocked by the ice sheet near the present Thousand Islands. The level of the lake was approximately 30 m above the present level of Lake Ontario. Being born 13,000 years too late probably saved me from paying a lakefront premium on my rent.
#CanadaIsAwesome #History #Geology
https://youtu.be/v5ApDf97RZI
@smurthys@hachyderm.ioA taste of "empires and vassal states" for boomers and later generations:
#imperialism #experience #education #history #USA #Venezuela
@usul@piaille.fr @kctipton@mas.toSmarthistory – A brief history of Western culture #history
@stsquad@mastodon.org.ukI do like a bit of #fireship so here is their take on the #history of #programming in about 6 minutes:
@paulbusch@mstdn.caGood Morning #Canada
February 3rd, 1916, a fire breaks out in Canada’s Parliament buildings resulting in a total loss of the structure with only the library saved. In the midst of #WWI, German sabotage was suspected but a later investigation found that a burning cigar in some furniture was more likely. Our current Parliament building replaced the ruins and have served faithfully ever since. But approximately a year ago the rehabilitation of Canada’s Centre Block on Parliament Hill started. Expected to cost $4.5B to $5B, it is a multi-year project targeted for completion by 2031. Crumbling mortar, outdated electrical and HVAC, and weak supporting structure are all on the to-do list, as well as modernizing the building.
I started watching this 2-part CPAC video last night (2 hours in total) and it's full of history and architecture details. Spoiler: there are no tips for your bathroom reno.
#CanadaIsAwesome #History
https://youtu.be/Y14ObQPGdho
@cyrevolt@mastodon.social @johnhobbs@mstdn.caDelving into WWII films highlights the resilience needed to conquer great challenges. These stories remind us how small actions today impact tomorrow. As a history enthusiast, I'm driven to glean lessons from the past. What's your favorite historical event or book that offers deep insights? 📚✨ #History #ThoughtfulExploration
@emd@cosocial.ca
@davej@dice.campNot to be that guy, but it was #ASIS—#Australia’s *external* intelligence agency. #history
@callunavulgaris@mastodon.scot @johnhobbs@mstdn.caDiving into a history book feels like journeying through time, uncovering intricate stories from ancient civilizations to World War II. Each chapter satisfies my curiosity without the hassle of travel delays. 📚 What genre captivates you when you seek both relaxation and new insights?
#HistoryBuff #BookLoversUnite #TimelessNarratives
@davej@dice.camp @smurthys@hachyderm.io"I think he has learned his lesson"
- Sen. Susan Collins, still, probably.
#USA #history #stupidity
@paulbusch@mstdn.caGood Morning #Canada
December 15th, 1964, the Canadian House of Commons votes 163 to 78 to approve the red Maple Leaf flag. The vote put an end to years of conflict over the Liberals proposing a new flag, and gave Canada a new symbol for its upcoming 100th birthday celebration. In 1960, Lester B. Pearson, then Leader of the Opposition, declared that he was determined to solve what he called “the flag problem.” To Pearson, this issue was critical to defining Canada as a unified, independent country. As the newly elected Prime Minister in 1963, Pearson promised to resolve the question of a new national flag in time for Canada’s centennial celebrations in 1967. Traditionalists fought for their beloved Union Jack while a younger generation wanted a new modern design to represent Canada. Thousands of designs, some truly ugly, were considered and rejected, including Pearson's preferred flag. I think we did OK in the end.
#CanadaIsAwesome #History
https://youtu.be/qTMdH9-kmDk?si=9G9ykcp7wpxihKQR
@johnhobbs@mstdn.ca @paulbusch@mstdn.caGood Morning #Canada
I'm up early, cooking breakfast and got an 80s playlist on in the kitchen. What was happening in Canada in 1983...
- The metric system of weights and measures is officially adopted by the federal government
- Saskatchewan MLA Colin Thatcher resigns as Minister of Energy and Mines and a week later murders his wife, Joann
- Population of Canada hits 25M in November
- Steve Podborski wins Gold at the World Cup of Skiing
- Pierre Trudeau is PM
- Pay television begins operating in Canada
- Bill 101, protecting the French language in Quebec is ruled unconstitutional
- Brian Mulroney replaces Joe Clark as leader of Progressive Conservative Party of Canada
- Gas costs 47 cents/litre
- BC Place in Vancouver opens
- Air Canada flight 143 makes an emergency landing in Gimli, Manitoba
- Jeanne Sauvé is appointed Canada's first female Governor General
- Average house price is $74,500, 5-yr mortgage rate was 13.5%
#CanadaIsAwesome #History #CanadaFlashback
https://youtu.be/IPznPZLNQhI
@smurthys@hachyderm.ioIt is now 2026 in the island of Kiritimati which is part of the Republic of Kiribati. 🎉
Read about how this island came to be in the first time zone, and a few other odd and sad things about the region:
#NewYear #HappyNewYear #happy2026 #history #timezones #trivia
@kctipton@mas.toHow the Press Reported on the Atomic Bomb | American Experience | Official Site | PBS #history
@johnhobbs@mstdn.caDiving into military history films reveals timeless strategies and resilience — valuable lessons that resonate with today's online business world. Every historic battle has wisdom applicable to modern challenges. Let's harness these insights for success! 📚✨ #StrategyMatters #HistoryLessons
@usul@piaille.frUn brin d’histoire Épisode 2: the word Creole #louisiana #french #creole #history
@johnhobbs@mstdn.caHave you explored the intricate chronicles of history or ventured into scientific realms via literature? WWII books, in particular, provide profound insights and enrich our understanding. 📚 Which literary genres transport you to new dimensions or eras? Share your favorites! Let's embark on this enlightening journey together. #BookLovers #HistoryBuffs
@smurthys@hachyderm.ioAn exquisite centuries-old bronze replica of Udupi #Krishna. This idol belongs to Sosale Vyasaraja Matha located near #Mysore #India.
(Picture taken in #Udupi in May 2025 by someone else. I cropped and cleaned it up with permission.)
#FotoMontag #PhotoMonday #photography #history #art #sculpture
@johnhobbs@mstdn.caDiving into WWII documentaries and literature feels like time-travel, unearthing pivotal moments that have shaped today’s world. The intricate layers of history are endlessly revealing and captivating. Who else enjoys unraveling history’s enduring mysteries? #HistoryBuff #WWII #TimeTravel 📚✨
@paulbusch@mstdn.caGood Morning #Canada
On January 20th, 1953, American TV shows were broadcast into Canada from Buffalo New York, via a CBC communication link. But did you know that TV broadcasting had existed in Canada for 2 decades before Public Television in the U.S. started asking for your money? The attached article provides a rambling but pretty exhaustive overview of how the TV industry evolved in Canada, both regionally and nationally. It's long, probably a 2-coffee read, but full of interesting trivia and name-dropping of some Canadian legends.
#CanadaIsAwesome #History #Television
https://broadcastermagazine.com/features/the-roots-of-canadian-television/
@paulbusch@mstdn.caGood Morning #Canada
Today we reach the end of the #CanadianCapitals series and I've left the Keystone Province for last. Manitoba, with IMO the best Premier and worst flag, has Winnipeg as its capital. The city lies at the junction of the Assiniboine River and the Red River, an historic focal point for canoe routes travelled by Aboriginal peoples for thousands of years. The fur trade brought forts, both British and French, and conflict amongst trappers and indigenous people. In 1869, the Hudson's Bay Company formally surrendered its charter rights over the western half of Canada, prompting Louis Riel to attempt a rebellion and become an independent territory before the Canadian government got organized. That ended badly for Louis and in 1870 Manitoba became a province with Winnipeg as its capital. A fun fact: The Royal Winnipeg Ballet is Canada’s oldest dance company and also the longest continuously operating ballet company in North America.
#CanadaIsAwesome #History
https://thecanadianencyclopedia.ca/en/article/winnipeg
@smurthys@hachyderm.io#tbt: Pictures of some #portraits seen in the halls of Shree Sodhe Matha in #Udupi #India (Jan. 18, 2025)
The first two portray ("horse face"); the other two depict Waraaha (a boar). Both are forms of Lord Wishnu. #ama
PS: These are some of the finest modern portrayals I've seen. Also rare style for the setting they're in. Uneven ambience made taking pictures hard but I'm pleased with how they turned out. ☺️
#photography #amateur #Hindu #history #mythology #throwback #throwbackThursday
@paulbusch@mstdn.caGood Morning #Canada
We are almost at the end of our #CanadianCapitals series and today's post is about the sunniest city in Canada. Yellowknife and its surrounding water bodies were named after a local Dene tribe, who were known as the "Copper Indians" or "Yellowknife Indians", because they traded tools made from copper deposits near the Arctic Coast. Yellowknife is a relatively new capital becoming the seat of Government for the Northwest Territories in 1967. The settlement was founded in 1934 with the discovery of gold and became a centre of economic activity in the NWT. As gold production began to decrease, Yellowknife shifted from being a mining town to a centre of government services in the 1980s but a new mining boom started with the discovery of diamonds north of the city in 1991. Established on the shore of the world's 9th largest lake, Yellowknife is a popular tourist destination for watching the Northern Lights.
#CanadaIsAwesome #History #Geography
https://thecanadianencyclopedia.ca/en/article/yellowknife-nwt
@paulbusch@mstdn.caGood Morning #Canada
On February 28th, 1838, a small band of revolutionaries crossed into Canada from Alburg, Vermont, and immediately declared the independence of Lower Canada (Quebec). An Anglo-Quebecer physician named Dr. Robert Nelson, who was elected general of the insurrectionists and president of the future Canadian republic, distributed copies of a declaration of independence and issued proclamations of new legislation. It's doubtful the newly liberated Canadians had time to read all this as Nelson and his band of 300 men were pushed back across the border in hours, and promptly arrested by the Americans. After his release Nelson tried again in November of the same year only to fail even more spectacularly. A reminder that #Democracy is fragile and has to be protected and defended, even today.
The Dictionary of Canadian Biography gives us an excellent view of Nelson's life and failed rebellions, to be enjoyed over your morning coffee.
#CanadaIsAwesome #History
https://www.biographi.ca/en/bio/nelson_robert_10E.html
@smurthys@hachyderm.ioWhy the #pretzel—baked worldwide—is shaped the way it is, according to the Wiesender Bakery.
In short: it symbolizes folded arms for prayer.
PS: This is a picture I took today of a wall poster.
#photography #amateur #FotoMontag #PhotoMonday #Germany #Deutschland #Bavaria #bakery #food #history
