Historical
Harold Lowe, the unsung hero of the Titanic disaster. Top Story - October 2021.
I just finished Titanic Valour: The Life of Fifth Officer Harold Lowe, the biography of the 28-year-old Titanic officer who is best known as "the guy with the gun." Most people remember the shooting scene from the movie. It's a turning point scene; it's when Cal tells his servant that things are "starting to fall apart" and this is more serious than they thought. But that's pretty much all you see of Harold Lowe. Lowe was such a minor character that few people realize the "guy with the gun" is also the guy who returns to the wreck to pick up survivors. (In the movie, he finds Rose floating on a door; in real life, it was a Chinese guy they found atop a door - a scene that James Cameron cut from the movie.) No one even calls him by his full name. In fact, the only time Lowe's name is ever mentioned in the movie is when Officer Lightoller says, "Mr. Lowe, man this boat," and hands him his revolver. This is right after Lightoller tells a group of unruly men he'll "shoot them all like dogs," while Lowe comes across as Lightoller's polite, level-headed junior officer.
By Ashley Herzog4 years ago in FYI
War Animals
Animals have a long history of aiding people in war, whether it was horses carrying people into battle or pigeons who carried messages from headquarters to the front line. Man's best friend has provided more than just a cuddle buddy guarding soldiers, sniffing out hidden enemies, and detecting bombs.
By Scarlett Callohan4 years ago in FYI
The History of Archery
Some of my fondest memories of childhood are learning how to shoot a bow from my father, and the joy I felt as I improved my archery skills over time, coming closer and closer to hitting the bullseye. At twenty-six years old, I still practice archery as both a method of exercise and as a source of relaxation. In our modern society, archery is practiced by millions of people all over the world primarily as a competitive sport or as a hobby. However, archery has played a variety of essential roles throughout human history the practice had such a significant influence on the development of civilization that that the invention of the bow and arrow has been compared to the invention of fire. From a tool of survival to a weapon of war, the bow has been humanity’s faithful companion since before we took our first steps out of Africa. Over time, the role of archery would extend beyond its practical uses and the bow come to play significant cultural roles in almost every society that used it.
By Deianira Morris4 years ago in FYI
Why a Romantic Artist Turned Pessimistic and Painted Eerily Disturbing Artworks
Francisco Goya was a legendary Spanish artist who was accorded the title of the first 'modern artist'. His initial career was marked with Rococo-style paintings portraying drama, peasantry, and exuberance. But between 1819–1823, he illustrated a series of dark and disturbing paintings that were discovered 50 years later from his country house in the outskirts of Madrid.
By Kamna Kirti4 years ago in FYI
Story of Jeff Bezos
Jeff Bezos is the founder and CEO of Amazon e-commerce company, owner of The Washington Post, and founder of space company Blue Origin. His successful career made him one of the richest men on earth. Amazon Web Services (AWS), a multi-component cloud computing platform, is being used by new CEO Andy Jassy to build Amazon into a profitable business, with Bezos leading Amazon's smart gadgets.
By Jhakri Tharu4 years ago in FYI
Cellular Jail Tour -Andaman Tour
Cellular Jail The Cellular Jail, also known as Kālā Pānī ('Black Water'), was a colonial prison in the Andaman and Nicobar Islands, India. The prison was used by the British government for the purpose of exiling political prisoners to the remote archipelago. Many notable activists, including Vinayak Damodar Savarkar, Batukeshwar Dutt, Hare Krishna Konar, Shiv Verma, Yogendra Shukla, and Sudhanshu Dasgupta were imprisoned here during the struggle for India's independence. Today, the complex serves as a national memorial monument.
By Asap Holidays4 years ago in FYI
Amusing Historical Facts That Will Have You Saying Wtf
Many of us know the facts of history. Whether it is a fascination with Egypt or World Wars we all have an area of expertise. For me, I was always fascinated with Native American history as a child. There are, however, hidden amongst stories of bravery and corruption some very strange facts that will amaze many.
By Sam H Arnold4 years ago in FYI
Here lies poor Fred. Top Story - October 2021.
Here lies poor FRED, who was alive and is dead Had it been his Father I had much rather, Had it been his Sister nobody would have miss’d Her, Had it been his Brother, still better than another, Had it been the whole Generation, so much better for the Nation, But since it is FRED who was alive and is dead, There is no more to be said!
By Dawn Nelson4 years ago in FYI
The Great Harry Houdini!
Houdini was so amazing that some magicians became jealous and tried to repeat his escape. His expertise was in escape operations, a special feature of magic that was removed from the theater because it challenged real witches to control it. During the escape, Houdini's wife wrote, "This is the most dangerous thing I've ever had," and Houdini admitted he was afraid to run away.
By Zuvin Maharzan4 years ago in FYI
