12 Days of Medieval Christmas

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We’re familiar with the Christmas carol “The 12 days of Christmas” but in the middle ages, this extended holiday Christmas looked a bit different. There were plenty of lords-a-leaping and ladies dancing but the only partridge was trussed up on the King’s table next to the swans-a-swimming in gravy. And the gold rings were baked in the Christmas pudding! Medieval people dropped their plows, wrapped their spinning wheels in holly and ivy and took 12 days off, from Christmas day to Epiphany on January 6th. As the yule log crackled in the fire they feasted, played games and sports, attended mass, enjoyed subversive revelry and imbibed gallons of wassail. It all culminated into the most raucous party of the year on twelfth night! So Deck your halls, mull some wine, and cut a slice of mince pie as we join in the celebrations of the 12 days of Medieval Christmas...
Advent
December 24th - Christmas Eve
December 25th - Christmas Day - 1st day of Christmas
December 26th - The Feast of St Stephen - 2nd day of Christmas December 27th - The Feast of St John - 3rd day of Christmas
December 28th - Childermas - 4th day of Christmas
December 29th - Feast of St. Thomas Becket - 5th day of Christmas
December 30th - 6th day of Christmas
December 31st - New Year’s Eve - 7th day of Christmas
January 1st - New Year’s Day - 8th day of Christmas
January 2nd - 9th day of Christmas
January 3rd - 10th day of Christmas
January 4th - 11th day of Christmas
January 5th - Twelfth Night - 12th day of Christmas
January 6th - Epiphany
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Music: Intro: 12 days of Christmas by United States Air Force Band
Background: Yonder Hill & Dale by Aaron Kenny
The Boar's Head Carol
Good King Wenceslaus by U.S. Army Band
Coventry Carol by United States Air Force Band
Here We Come A-wassailing by U.S. Army Band

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Frequently Asked Questions

What can we learn from the past?

Three lessons can be learned from history. The first is that you have to do it yourself if you want to change the world. You must make sure people are ready to change the way they live. Third, when you change the future, you have to make it better.

The first lesson is that there are two ways to change the world. One is to fight for it; the other is to create it. It is easy to lose sight of why you started a fight in the first place when you are focusing on winning.

Although you cannot control the reactions of people to your ideas, you can control how they are presented. If you try to convince someone, you will fail. However, if you are determined to motivate someone to take action, you will succeed.

The idea of a great movement was born when someone had it and took action. No matter whether you are creating change, or reacting to it. Here are three ways you can make your mark: Be clear about the things you want, be honest with where you came from, be courageous enough to go where no other person has gone before, and be clear about who you are.

The second lesson is the fact that we all have the power to make our lives better. We can either wait for our lives to happen to us, or we can choose to make them happen. This means that it is up to us to decide how we want our lives to be. Do we expect someone else to let us live? Or do we want to take charge of our destiny?

I believe we are living in a golden era. We have more opportunities than ever before which is creating excitement. It's exciting to see people feel empowered to shape their future.

It also presents a problem. It's hard to know what you want.

Let's suppose you want to buy your first house. You could either sit back and expect someone to gift you a Home Depot gift certificate. You can also ask yourself: "What would my dream job be?" Look for a job which allows you to do that. Next, apply for financing.

Now, let's say you wanted to travel the world. Now, you might wonder "Where would I like to go?" The next step is to start saving money, research countries online, talk with friends, etc. And finally, you'd book a flight.

Let's assume you didn't really know what you wanted. You would most likely do one of these things. Asking yourself these questions will increase your chances of getting the results you desire. It may seem odd, but it works.

And the third lesson is that no matter what happens next, you can always improve the future. It is very simple. Our choices impact who we become and who we are.

You can learn from the mistakes and successes of others and continue to improve until you achieve your goals.

If you don't believe you have something to offer the world, you're already behind. You must believe that you are capable of doing more than you thought possible.

You can start by learning what you already know. Start small, and work your way up. Reflect on the lessons that you've taken from your experiences throughout your life. What have your failures been? What are you proud of? What were your greatest achievements?

You are the only person who can limit what you can do. No matter what others say, you are capable of doing anything you set your mind to.

Benjamin Franklin once said that "Nothing will work without you."


How to Learn Easily from Human History's Victories and Failures?

You don't have to wait for history to repeat itself. It doesn't take very long to learn from the failures of human history. It's important to learn from the mistakes of human history and not repeat them.

Recognize what worked in the past, and use those lessons to improve your business.

This can be done by reading books about leadership and management strategies, as well as case studies from successful companies that have existed for decades.

You can learn from their successes and avoid the pitfalls they fell into.

It is also possible to study the bankruptcy cases of other businesses. Why did they fail. Do these failures have any common themes? These insights can help prevent costly mistakes.

Finally, you will find information about some of the most famous historical figures, such as Abraham Lincoln or John D. Rockefeller. While they may have had the best resumes in the history of the world, few knew how to manage people and run a business. If you want to learn from the mistakes they made, it is important to understand why.

The bottom line is that learning from the victories and mistakes of human history is easy. Simply spend a few seconds each day reflecting on the successes and failures of the past to find ways to use them today.


Who was the first to say that those who don’t learn from history are ignorant?

As much as we would love to live in an ideal world where everyone learns from history, there is nothing more valuable than learning from our mistakes.

It's not better to try something wrong than to learn how to do it right.

The most serious mistake is to try to make it right the first go.

As long you keep making adjustments, you'll eventually see the reason you made them.

You may even find that you could do it better the second time.

But that doesn't mean you shouldn't try again. This means that you have learned a lot.

Although you might not be able make every mistake, it is possible to minimize them. That's what makes the difference between success or failure.

Recognizing your mistakes starts at the beginning. Then look at them objectively and ask yourself: "What did I learn?"

When you're open with yourself, you will see that your failures are not failures. They're opportunities to grow.

Thomas Edison was the victim of this fate. He failed many times before inventing the light bulb.

He didn't let his failures discourage him. Instead, he took each failure as an opportunity and improved his design.

And over time, he invented the most popular form of lighting today.

So, if you fail, don't get discouraged. Learn from your errors. You should learn from your mistakes.

Then try again.


What is the most valuable thing that you have learned in history?

There isn't an easy answer to this question. When thinking about learning, there are three key points you should consider. We must first realize that knowledge is power. We must also recognize the fact that knowledge is cumulative. Third, we must appreciate how quickly knowledge changes.

Knowledge is power. Because it empowers people to make better decisions. If we had complete information, we wouldn't have any difficulty making decisions. We would always do exactly what we wanted without worrying about whether it was right or wrong.

However, while knowledge is power, it is also cumulative. This means that knowledge is not only powerful, but also cumulative. As we get smarter, our brains become more sophisticated. Knowledge accumulates.

Let's move on to the next point. While knowledge is cumulative, it doesn't stay static for very long. In fact, knowledge is constantly changing. Every day, scientists discover new facts, theories, and ways of thinking. Each day new discoveries are made.

Our culture is dependent on technology that allows us instant access to information. Technology allows us to store huge amounts of data electronically and share it with millions around the globe.

In addition to technology, globalization has changed the way we view knowledge. Globalization refers to the spread of ideas and products across borders. Globalization has made knowledge accessible to everyone.

The internet allows anyone to access information any where in the world. Everybody can read books and watch movies. They can also listen to music, play games, or surf the internet. All of these activities require knowledge.

Information is becoming more accessible and more specialized. There are hundreds of thousands upon thousands of websites today offering advice on topics like health, finance and business, as well as sports, travel, and cooking. These websites offer information on almost every topic you can think of.

But if you go online to buy a car, you'll probably find only a few dozen sites offering automotive-related services and products. Instead of finding thousands of sites covering every conceivable subject, you'll find only a handful covering cars.

This is because experts can create and share valuable information in their particular fields. Experts often have a deep understanding of a particular field. Experts are also capable of producing high-quality content targeted at their audience.

Because consumers don't need to scroll through endless amounts of information, they can focus on a specific niche. Instead, consumers can narrow their search to a select few websites that contain lots of useful information.

Experts also benefit from specialization because they can build strong businesses around their expertise. The buyer of a book expects the author will be knowledgeable enough to explain the subject clearly and concisely. He wants to feel confident that the author is able to convey his message.

Experts that aren't specialists risk losing potential clients who expect them to be experts.

You don't have to specialize in one area. Most people are experts in multiple areas today. You might be an accountant or lawyer, a doctor or teacher. However, we are likely to be parents, spouses, friends and fans.

Experts argue that specialization is so common that it's impossible for one person to be an expert in all aspects of the same thing.

So how do you become an expert in multiple areas? The simple answer is practice. You've got to put in the hours necessary to learn something. And when you make progress, you keep going until you reach a level where people recognize your expertise.

Nowadays, there are entire industries devoted to helping others achieve this goal. Some courses, workshops, seminars, conferences, and even schools teach people how to gain knowledge quickly.


Statistics

  • For example, your chance of survival might go from 10% to 30% in some zones. (lifehacker.com)
  • The classic clown stylings we know today have specific origins, according to u/Bodark34. (lifehacker.com)
  • Only 2.5% of Americans owned stocks in 1929. (collabfund.com)
  • But 95% of amputations were done with anesthesia, u/Thrabalen points out. (lifehacker.com)
  • According to Smithsonian, mailing young James Beagle through postage cost only 15 cents, although his parents paid him $50. (medium.com)

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Accidental Discovery of Penicillin: Successive Inventions

How did penicillin become a reality?

Alexander Fleming found penicillin in a bacteria culture he had forgotten about and accidentally discovered it. He believed that mold might kill the bacteria and therefore he attempted to find a solution.

He discovered penicillin kills mold and realized that the new drug could also fight bacteria-related infections. Penicillin was one the greatest medical breakthroughs. It saved millions of people's lives and revolutionized medicine.

Alexander Fleming had no idea at first what his discovery would mean. The other person didn't know the same. Nobody knew penicillin would be such a powerful anti-biotic.

Before World War II, scientists didn't know penicillin was effective against bacterial infection. The U.S. Army asked Dr. Fleming in 1945 if penicillin could be used to treat soldiers with wounds infected by deadly germs. Dr. Fleming agreed to try.

Penicillin proved to be effective against many kinds of infections. It became a lifesaver for wounded soldiers during World War II. It also saved many lives for doctors after the war.

Dr. Fleming was not prepared for his discovery to have such profound effects. He just wanted to ensure mold didn't grow on the bacteria cultures he used to study. He couldn't believe that this simple experiment would result in such a medical breakthrough.

Truth is that most discoveries every day don’t appear to add up to anything significant. They are experiments performed for no particular reason.

Look back on history and you'll see that even seemingly minor experiments can make all the difference.

Even though they seem to have very little in common, discoveries end up being extremely significant. Like penicillin. Or photography. Or electricity. Or even computers.

Invention does not happen simply because someone thinks up a brilliant idea. It happens when someone solves a problem. And then, they solve that problem through experimentation.



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