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Album Review: The Northern Crusades by Icestorm (Self Released)

Icestorm return with their fourth concept album, The Northern Crusades, which will be released independently on February 24th. Icestorm, the Catalan warrior clan founded in 2006, culminate their incessant evolution with The Northern Crusades, a fourth concept album that places them as great masters of melodic death metal with an epic-historical theme. As the name suggests, The Northern…

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Lake Peipus, Estonia

Lake Peipus, the fifth largest lake in Europe, dates back hundreds of millions of years to the Paleozoic Era and is known for its sand dunes, which can “sing” when the wind blows just right. In the winter the frozen lake surface may feature ice hummocks, as seen in this image. The hummocks are caused by slow, uneven pressure in the ice pack.

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Shi Peipu Ши Пэйпу 1938 21.12-2009 30.06.

Китайский оперный певец и агент спецслужб КНР The Chinese singer of opera & Chinese intelligence agent.

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V GIRLS 3- page 1 by Jovan-Ukropina

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Doctor Who: New Series Adventures novels return!

Caged by Una Mccormack (27th June)

Are aliens ever abducted by aliens? And if they were, would anyone believe their story? When the Doctor and Ruby arrive on Cavia, they meet a gentle local who is certain that she has been taken for study by creatures from the stars. The Doctor is concerned to find mysterious meteors appearing in the sky, while strange robotic creatures crowd the forests, watching everything and waiting for…what? Who is interested in Cavia, and why? What is the sinister truth of the abductions? The Doctor and Ruby must discover the secrets of this mysterious world – and those who would seek to destroy it…

Eden Rebellion by Abi Falase (14th November)

On the crystalline planet of Yewa, the Gardens of Kubuntu are a true Eden, said to be the most peaceful destination in the universe. At least, until the Doctor and Ruby arrive. Ancient rivalries between Yewa and its more prosperous sister world of Bia are being stirred by forces unknown, threatening to plunge its people into anarchy. With Ruby swept up in the fire of the Yewan rebellion, the Doctor finds dark secrets buried deep in the planet’s ancient history – and his hopes for a lasting peace hanging by a thread. For sinister guardians stalk the Gardens of Kubuntu, while an implacable enemy plots in the shadows – and in plain sight…

Ruby Red By Georgia Cook (13th June)

April, 1242: the Doctor and Ruby answer a distress call sent from medieval Russia. The signal’s sender? Ranavere, an alien girl forced to take part in a barbaric conflict between the armies of Estonia and Novgorod on the frozen surface of Lake Peipus. Ranavere wants to escape, but her distress call has summoned her warmongering sisters, intent on preserving family tradition whatever the cost. And as human battle begins, the Doctor and Ruby must face a more devastating threat – a monstrous entity with plans of conquest, growing stronger beneath the icy lake…

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8.8cm Flak battery near Lake Peipus firing air bursts over Soviet forces during the Battle of Narv, Estonia, in early 1944

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Battle of Peipus Lake by Piotr Arendzikowski

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Wrapped up the first of two books on the Baltic region:

Wrapped up the first of two books on the Baltic region. This one covers a somewhat-neglected aspect of the Crusades, the wars in Northern Europe between military orders and the last vestiges of paganism (and the extension of the principle of the Fourth Crusade against Veliki Gospodin Novgorod). These wars started in the 1100s but are mostly famous for two battles, both of them involving Veliki Novgorod. One is the Battle of Lake Peipus, not least for its immortalization in a Soviet anti-Nazi propaganda film by Sergei Eisenstein. The other is the Battle of Tannenberg where Poland-Lithuania fought its first major battle as a unified state and completely wrecked the shit out of the German military order facing them.

These were but two battles in a much longer process whose main contributions to history were to lay the foundation of the Baltic Germans, who were essential to holding together Tsarist Russia, and to transform Baltic Prussia into the eastern territories of the Margravate of Brandenburg, which ultimately renamed itself after these territories and as the archetypal army with a country would unify the German lands into a single state for the first time in history.

Not a single soul involved in the interminable butchery and holy wars in the Baltic Sea described here would understand that this was the ultimate outcome of the events in question. From their perspective they were Christians fighting not merely the metaphorical propaganda paganism of Islam but the last outposts of European polytheism, which fell in the 1380s when Grand Duke Jogaila of Lithuania converted and became the first ruler of Poland-Lithuania (which really should have been Lithuania-Poland as the east was the more powerful of the two but I digress).

Between the ultimate conversion of Lithuanians, Latvians, and Estonians (as we'd define them today in any event) to Catholicism, the Germanization of the Prussians, and the replacement of the unstable quasi-demilitarized Veliki Novgorod with the iron-fisted tyranny of Moscow the Northern Crusades ended in another pattern the architects of the 1100s would never have seen, nor expected. They ultimately furthered the rise of state formation and the transformation of Northern Crusades into various Northern Wars that would finally end when Tsar Peter the Great shattered the Swedes and the last vestiges for centuries of Ukrainian aspiration to escape Muscovite control in the Battle of Poltava.

9/10.

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Events 4.5

823 – Lothair I is crowned King of Italy by Pope Paschal I. 919 – The second Fatimid invasion of Egypt begins, when the Fatimid heir-apparent, al-Qa'im bi-Amr Allah, sets out from Raqqada at the head of his army. 1242 – During the Battle on the Ice of Lake Peipus, Russian forces, led by Alexander Nevsky, rebuff an invasion attempt by the Teutonic Knights. 1536 – Charles V makes a Royal Entry into Rome, demolishing a swath of the city to re-enact a Roman triumph. 1566 – Two hundred Dutch noblemen, led by Hendrick van Brederode, force themselves into the presence of Margaret of Parma and present the Petition of Compromise, denouncing the Spanish Inquisition in the Seventeen Provinces. 1614 – In Virginia, Native American Pocahontas marries English colonist John Rolfe. 1621 – The Mayflower sets sail from Plymouth, Massachusetts on a return trip to England. 1792 – United States President George Washington exercises his authority to veto a bill, the first time this power is used in the United States. 1795 – Peace of Basel between France and Prussia is made. 1818 – In the Battle of Maipú, Chile's independence movement, led by Bernardo O'Higgins and José de San Martín, win a decisive victory over Spain, leaving 2,000 Spaniards and 1,000 Chilean patriots dead. 1862 – American Civil War: The Battle of Yorktown begins. 1879 – Bolivia declares war on Chile, and Chile declares war on Peru, starting the War of the Pacific. 1902 – A stand box collapses at Ibrox Park (now Ibrox Stadium) in Glasgow, Scotland, which led to the deaths of 25 and injuries to more than 500 supporters during an international association football match between Scotland and England. 1910 – The Transandine Railway connecting Chile and Argentina is inaugurated. 1922 – The American Birth Control League, forerunner of Planned Parenthood, is incorporated. 1932 – Dominion of Newfoundland: Ten thousand rioters seize the Colonial Building leading to the end of self-government. 1933 – U.S. President Franklin D. Roosevelt signs two executive orders: 6101 to establish the Civilian Conservation Corps, and 6102 "forbidding the Hoarding of Gold Coin, Gold Bullion, and Gold Certificates" by U.S. citizens. 1933 – Andorran Revolution: The Young Andorrans occupy the Casa de la Vall and force the government to hold democratic elections with universal male suffrage. 1936 – Tupelo–Gainesville tornado outbreak: An F5 tornado kills 233 in Tupelo, Mississippi. 1942 – World War II: Adolf Hitler issues Fuhrer Directive No. 41 summarizing Case Blue, including the German Sixth Army's planned assault on Stalingrad. 1942 – World War II: The Imperial Japanese Navy launches a carrier-based air attack on Colombo, Ceylon during the Indian Ocean raid. Port and civilian facilities are damaged and the Royal Navy cruisers HMS Cornwall and HMS Dorsetshire are sunk southwest of the island. 1943 – World War II: United States Army Air Forces bomber aircraft accidentally cause more than 900 civilian deaths, including 209 children, and 1,300 wounded among the civilian population of the Belgian town of Mortsel. Their target was the Erla factory one kilometer from the residential area hit. 1945 – Cold War: Yugoslav leader Josip Broz Tito signs an agreement with the Soviet Union to allow "temporary entry of Soviet troops into Yugoslav territory". 1946 – Soviet troops end their year-long occupation of the Danish island of Bornholm. 1946 – A Fleet Air Arm Vickers Wellington crashes into a residential area in Rabat, Malta during a training exercise, killing all 4 crew members and 16 civilians on the ground. 1949 – A fire in a hospital in Effingham, Illinois, kills 77 people and leads to nationwide fire code improvements in the United States. 1951 – Cold War: Ethel and Julius Rosenberg are sentenced to death for spying for the Soviet Union. 1956 – Cuban Revolution: Fidel Castro declares himself at war with Cuban President Fulgencio Batista. 1958 – Ripple Rock, an underwater threat to navigation in the Seymour Narrows in Canada is destroyed in one of the largest non-nuclear controlled explosions of the time. 1966 – During the Buddhist Uprising, South Vietnamese Prime Minister Nguyễn Cao Kỳ personally attempts to lead the capture of the restive city of Đà Nẵng before backing down. 1969 – Vietnam War: Massive antiwar demonstrations occur in many U.S. cities. 1971 – In Sri Lanka, Janatha Vimukthi Peramuna launches a revolt against the United Front government of Sirimavo Bandaranaike. 1976 – In China, the April Fifth Movement leads to the Tiananmen Incident. 1977 – The US Supreme Court rules that congressional legislation that diminished the size of the Sioux people's reservation thereby destroyed the tribe's jurisdictional authority over the area in Rosebud Sioux Tribe v. Kneip. 1991 – An ASA EMB 120 crashes in Brunswick, Georgia, killing all 23 aboard including Sen. John Tower and astronaut Sonny Carter. 1992 – Alberto Fujimori, president of Peru, dissolves the Peruvian congress by military force. 1992 – Peace protesters Suada Dilberovic and Olga Sučić are killed on the Vrbanja Bridge in Sarajevo, becoming the first casualties of the Bosnian War. 1998 – In Japan, the Akashi Kaikyō Bridge opens to traffic, becoming the longest bridge span in the world. 1999 – Two Libyans suspected of bringing down Pan Am Flight 103 in 1988 are handed over for eventual trial in the Netherlands. 2007 – The cruise ship MS Sea Diamond strikes a volcanic reef near Nea Kameni and sinks the next day. Two passengers were never recovered and are presumed dead. 2009 – North Korea launches its controversial Kwangmyŏngsŏng-2 rocket. The satellite passed over mainland Japan, which prompted an immediate reaction from the United Nations Security Council, as well as participating states of Six-party talks. 2010 – Twenty-nine coal miners are killed in an explosion at the Upper Big Branch Mine in West Virginia. 2018 – Agents with the U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement raid a slaughterhouse in Tennessee, detaining nearly 100 undocumented Hispanic workers in one of the largest workplace raids in the history of the United States. 2021 – Nguyễn Xuân Phúc took office as President of Vietnam after dismissing the title of Prime Minister.

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Teutonic Order, Battle of Lake Peipus

The Battle of Lake Peipus (the so-called “Battle on the Ice”) was between the German Catholic Livonian Order and the assembled Russian forces of Alexander Nevsky, who was retrospectively honoured by the Soviets. This painting is by the Polish artist Mariusz Kozik.

(via ArtStation - Teutonic Order, Battle of Lake Peipus)

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Alexander Nevsky by Nicholas Roerich

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🇪🇪 Welcome to Estonia: Where History and Innovation Converge 🏰🌿

Welcome to Estonia, a country of medieval charm, digital innovation, and breathtaking natural beauty. From the medieval streets of Tallinn to the pristine shores of Saaremaa, Estonia invites travelers to explore its rich history, scenic landscapes, and progressive spirit.

Introduction: Step into a land where medieval castles whisper tales of the past, and cutting-edge technology shapes the future. Estonia welcomes you to wander through its cobblestone streets, immerse yourself in its cultural heritage, and embrace its unique blend of tradition and innovation. Whether you're exploring UNESCO-listed Old Towns or relaxing in a traditional Estonian sauna, Estonia promises an unforgettable journey through time and culture.

History: Estonia's history is marked by its strategic location on the Baltic Sea and centuries of influence from Germanic, Danish, Swedish, and Russian rulers. Tallinn, the capital city known as the "Gem of the Baltic," boasts a well-preserved medieval Old Town with Gothic spires, historic merchant houses, and the iconic Toompea Castle overlooking the city.

Outside of Tallinn, Estonia's natural beauty unfolds in Lahemaa National Park's coastal forests, the picturesque islands of Saaremaa and Hiiumaa, and the tranquil waters of Lake Peipus, Europe's fourth-largest lake. The Estonian Song and Dance Celebration, held every five years, celebrates Estonian culture through music, dance, and community spirit.

Estonian cuisine highlights local ingredients such as fish, wild berries, and potatoes, with dishes like mulgipuder (potato porridge) and sült (head cheese) offering a taste of traditional flavors. Estonian design and craftsmanship are showcased in local handicrafts, textiles, and contemporary art galleries.

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IMAGENES Y DATOS INTERESANTES DEL DIA 5 DE ABRIL DE 2024

Día Internacional de la Conciencia, Año Internacional de los Camélidos.

San Vicente Ferrer.

Tal día como hoy en el año 1963

En plena Guerra Fría, se pone en funcionamiento el llamado "telefóno rojo", una vía de comunicación directa entre los despachos del presidente americano, John F. Kennedy, y el dirigente de la Unión Soviética Nikita Jrushchov, para tratar de evitar la guerra nuclear por la falta de comunicación entre ambos países, como estuvo a punto de suceder durante la llamada "Crisis de los Misiles de Cuba". (Hace 61 años)

1955

Por problemas de salud, al disminuir su capacidad física e intelectual, se ve obligado a dimitir el primer ministro británico, Winston Churchill, que dirigió extraordinariamente los avatares de su país, Gran Bretaña, y a los aliados a lo largo de la Segunda Guerra Mundial. En una conferencia suya de marzo de 1946 popularizó el término "telón de acero", para referirse a la frontera entre la Europa Occidental y la Oriental. Tras su renuncia como Primer Ministro permanecerá activo como parlamentario hasta 1964. (Hace 69 años)

1879

Chile declara la guerra a la alianza boliviano-peruana por los terrenos salitreros del desierto de Atacama. El ejército chileno conquistará Lima en 1881. La paz se firmará en 1883 mediante el tratado de Ancón y Bolivia perderá tras la guerra, su única salida al mar. (Hace 145 años)

1821

En el municipio brasileño de Bagé tiene lugar la Batalla de Camacuá, enfrentamiento entre Argentina y Brasil por el control de la Banda Oriental. Será la última victoria Argentina en la campaña de Brasil. (Hace 203 años)

1818

En Chile, en el valle del Maipo, tiene lugar la Batalla de Maipú, en la que el Movimiento de la independencia de Chile, dirigido por José de San Martín y Bernardo O'Higgins, obtiene una decisiva victoria sobre las fuerzas españolas. El balance de la lucha dejará unas 2.000 bajas españolas y 1.000 chilenas. (Hace 206 años)

1722

En el día de Pascua de Resurrección, el navegante holandés Jacob Roggeveen descubre la isla de Waihu en el océano Pacífico, a la que bautiza como isla de Pascua. Compuesta principalmente por roca de origen volcánico, esta isla se halla habitada por polinesios y tiene más de 200 gigantescas figuras de piedra que reciben el nombre de "mohais". (Hace 302 años)

1654

En Londres (Inglaterra) y con la firma de la paz de Westminster se pone fin a la guerra naval anglo-holandesa provocada a raíz de la promulgación del Acta de Navegación. Los Países Bajos deberán hacer frente a enormes concesiones. (Hace 370 años)

1621

Después de haber desembarcado a 102 peregrinos en lo que será la colonia de Plymouth en Massachusetts, (actual EE.UU.) el barco Mayflower, de unos 33 metros de eslora y un desplazamiento de 180 Tm, zarpa de nuevo de regreso a Inglaterra, a donde llegará el 6 de mayo. (Hace 403 años)

1242

En las heladas aguas del lago Peipus, Rusia, Alexander Nevsky, gracias al valor de sus soldados y a su propia astucia, consigue aniquilar a los Caballeros Teutónicos al acabar éstos ahogados tras romperse el hielo del lago debido al peso de sus armaduras. Alexander se convierte en el gran salvador de Rusia demostrando que la unidad del pueblo puede acabar con cualquier invasor y se convierte en héroe nacional. Por sus victorias, pero también por haber sabido mostrarse realista, la Iglesia ortodoxa lo convertirá en santo. (Hace 782 años)

56aC

Se sella un acuerdo, que confirma la alianza secreta firmada en julio del 60 aC, entre los generales Julio César, Licinio Craso y Cneo Pompeyo repartiéndose el poder del mundo en un triunvirato. Este golpe de Estado debilitará a sus opositores que se verán reducidos al silencio y la impotencia. (Hace 2080 años)

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By the lake - Birigit Püve

Lorsque l’Union soviétique s’est effondrée, la frontière entre l’Estonie et la Russie a été laissée seule, pour finalement devenir une périphérie. Le grand lac Peipus sépare désormais deux rives qui sont des mondes politiquement différents : l’une fait partie de l’Union européenne, l’autre appartient à la Fédération de Russie. La fermeture des frontières a rompu les liens étroits entre les peuples des deux côtés, qui se définissaient par le lac et non par leur nationalité. Tout cela a renforcé le statut de zone frontalière de la région. Désormais, la plupart des personnes âgées dorment seules dans leur lit devant leurs vieilles icônes au milieu de papiers peints somptueux, aux motifs qui rappellent le beau passé. En grande partie, les enfants partent. Mon objectif est de montrer le silence et la dignité de ces personnes, une partie culturellement unique et riche de l'Union européenne. Je veux montrer leurs rivages oubliés, leurs terres en voie de disparition.

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