Introduction John Buchan, 1st Baron Tweedsmuir GCMG GCVO CH PC DL (/ˈbʌxən/; 26 August 1875 – 11 February 1940) was a Scottish novelist, historian, and Unionist politician who served as Governor General of Canada, the 15th since Canadian Confederation. As a youth, Buchan began writing poetry and prose, fiction and non-fiction, publishing his first novel… Read More
Introduction William Olaf Stapledon (10 May 1886 to 06 September 1950) was a British philosopher and author of science fiction. In 2014, he was inducted into the Science Fiction and Fantasy Hall of Fame. Life Stapledon was born in Seacombe, Wallasey, on the Wirral Peninsula in Cheshire, the only son of William Clibbett Stapledon and… Read More
Introduction Dr. Richard Austin Freeman MRCS LSA (11 April 1862 to 28 September 1943) was a British writer of detective stories, mostly featuring the medico-legal forensic investigator Dr. Thorndyke. Literary Contribution Freeman’s first Thorndyke story, The Red Thumb Mark, was published in 1907. He invented the inverted detective story (a crime fiction in which the… Read More
Introduction Have you ever heard of a “challenge coin”? Or wondered why a small, metal coin would hold so much meaning for someone in the military? Challenge coins may be small, but they carry a big story. These coins are more than just souvenirs – they represent belonging, unity, and shared experiences. So, where did… Read More
Introduction Grave markers for fallen warriors have long stood as symbols of respect and honour for the brave men and women who have served and sacrificed for the United States. Each marker represents a soldier’s service and the collective memory of a nation that deeply values its veterans. These markers are essential in ensuring that… Read More
Introduction Military traditions are deeply rooted in history, with some dating back thousands of years. These traditions shape the way soldiers interact, train, and operate. They create a sense of identity and pride within the military. One famous quote by General John J. Pershing encapsulates the importance of military traditions: “A competent leader can get… Read More
Introduction The Kármán line (or von Kármán line) is a conventional definition of the edge of space. It is not universally accepted. The international record-keeping body FAI (Fédération aéronautique internationale) defines the Kármán line at an altitude of 100 kilometres (54 nautical miles; 62 miles; 330,000 feet) above mean sea level. Refer to Armstrong Limit.… Read More
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