Fighting for National Independence in Eastern Europe | A Bloody Legacy Ep. 01

Since World War 1 Polish, Russian, Ukrainian and other Eeastern European people are fighting for national self-determination. But why?

Having been dominated by the defeated empires of Russia, Germany and Austro-Hungary, the peoples of Eastern Europe had hoped for self-determination at the end of WWI. But it soon unfolded that armed conflict didn’t end at all – on the contrary. Poland fought against Russia and chaos prevailed in the Baltic States as well.

Today’s Ukraine was split up between Poland and Russia. This gave rise to an underground movement led by Stepan Bandera, a man who is still revered as a national hero in West Ukraine. When Nazi Germany attacked the Soviet Union, Bandera saw an opportunity for his independence movement. His troops take up arms to fight alongside the Wehrmacht. As German soldiers occupied today’s Lviv in West Ukraine, pogroms were carried out against the Jews – allegedly with the participation of Bandera’s Ukraine nationalists.

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Interesting links and sources:
https://www.history.com/tag/eastern-europe
https://www.britannica.com/topic/history-of-Europe/Conditions-in-eastern-Europe
https://www.newworldencyclopedia.org/entry/Eastern_Europe
https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Eastern_Europe
https://www.britannica.com/place/Poland
https://www.britannica.com/place/Ukraine
https://www.britannica.com/place/Russia
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Frequently Asked Questions

Are we able to learn from past mistakes and avoid making the same mistakes again?

History repeats itself because we keep making the same mistakes again and again. We fail to learn from our mistakes. We don't change. We become complacent. We settle for mediocrity.

History repeats itself when we believe the same old stories. We have been taught to believe there are unchanging laws and fixed truths. These laws are unchangeable and we have no control over them.

This keeps us from being able to think critically. From challenging authority. Challenge assumptions. When we do not question, we stagnate. When we don't learn, we stagnate. And when we stagnate, we repeat the same mistakes.

But history doesn't repeat itself because we make the same mistakes. We don't learn from our mistakes, and we keep repeating the same mistakes over and over.

It is possible to break the cycle of history repetition. You can change the way you see the world, and your perspective by realizing that nothing is fixed in stone. Nothing is fixed. Everything is in constant flux.

The key to breaking the cycle is to embrace uncertainty. Accepting that things may go wrong. Accepting the possibility that we might not succeed. To accept that failure is a possibility.

Accept that you may not achieve your goals. Accept that you may not achieve your goals. However, it is important to keep working towards improving.

If you hold fast to certainty, you'll always be stuck in the past. You'll never move forward if you cling to the idea that there are fixed truths.

If you want freedom, you have to let go. You can't control progress unless you let go.


What are some lessons learned from history?

History has taught us three important lessons. First, it is up to you to make a difference in the world. It is important to make sure that people are prepared for change when you try to improve their lives. Third, the future must be better if you want to change it.

The first lesson is that there are two ways to change the world. One is to fight to get it. The other is to create. If you fight for it you lose sight on why you started to fight.

You can't control how people react to your ideas, but you can control how you present them. If you want to persuade someone, you'll eventually fail. If you try to convince someone to do something, you will fail.

The idea of a great movement was born when someone had it and took action. So whether you're creating change or reacting to it, the best way to make your mark is to follow these three rules: Be clear about what you want, be honest about where you come from, and be brave enough to go where nobody else has gone before.

The second lesson is that we all have a choice. You can either let your life happen or you can choose to make it happen. We must choose the kind of life that we want. Is it better to decide what kind of life we want or wait for someone else? Or do we want to take charge of our destiny?

I think we're living a golden time right now. We have more opportunities than ever before which is creating excitement. People feel empowered to create their futures, and that's exciting.

This creates a problem. It's not easy to know what you want or how to get it. Therefore, it is important to identify what you want and then find a way.

Let's say, for instance, that you are looking to buy a home. You could wait and see if someone gives you Home Depot gift certificates. You could also think about what you would love to do. You can then search for a job where you can do it. Finally, apply for financing.

Now, let's say you wanted to travel the world. The question you might be asking yourself is "Where do I want go?" You might then start saving money and researching other countries online. You'd then book a ticket.

Let's say that you don't have a clear idea of what you want. In this case, you'd probably end-up doing one of the things. Asking yourself these questions will increase your chances of getting the results you desire. It may seem silly, but it works.

The third lesson is that you can always improve your future no matter what happens. The reason is simple. Your choices determine who you are and who you become.

So the trick is to use history as a guide, to learn from others' mistakes and successes, and keep improving until you succeed.

If you don’t feel you have any value to the world, you are already behind. You have to believe in yourself.

Don't worry if you don't know where you should start. Start small and move on. Consider what you have learned over the course of your life. What have you failed to do? What are you proud of? How have you overcome obstacles?

You are the only person who can limit what you can do. No matter how much anyone tells, you can achieve anything you set your mind.

Benjamin Franklin wrote, "Nothing works unless you do."


What is the most important thing to learn in history?

There isn't an easy answer to this question. When thinking about learning, there are three key points you should consider. First, knowledge is power. Second, knowledge can be cumulative. We must also be able to appreciate the speed at which knowledge can change.

Knowledge is power because it empowers us to make better decisions and improve our lives. Perfect information would make it easy to make informed decisions. We would do exactly what we wanted, regardless of whether it was right and wrong.

Knowledge is not only power but also cumulative. Once we have learned something, we can continue adding knowledge to our brains. As time goes on, we become smarter. Knowledge accumulates.

Let's move on to the next point. Knowledge is not static. In fact, knowledge is constantly changing. Every day scientists discover new facts, theories, ways of thinking. Every day, scientists discover new facts and theories.

Technology allows us to quickly access knowledge, and is crucial for our culture. It is possible to store large amounts of data digitally and share it with millions of people around the world.

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

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

Knowledge is becoming more accessible but also more specialized. You can find thousands of websites that offer advice on subjects such as finance, health, business, sports, and travel. These websites offer information on almost every topic you can think of.

You'll find only a few sites that offer automotive-related services or products if your goal is to purchase a car online. You won't find thousands of websites covering every subject. Instead, you'll only find a handful that deal with cars.

Experts in specific fields are able to create and share valuable knowledge. Experts often have deep knowledge of a field. Experts can also produce content of high quality that is targeted to their particular audience.

Consumers will appreciate this specialization because they won't have to go through tons of irrelevant information. Instead, they can concentrate on a few sites that have lots of useful content.

Experts also gain from specialization, as they can create strong businesses around the expertise that they have. When someone buys a book, he expects the author to know his subject well enough to write a clear and concise explanation of the material. He expects the author to understand his message.

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

It's not necessary to be a specialist in only one area. Most people are experts in multiple areas today. It could be that we are an accountant, a lawyer or a doctor. Or a teacher. Not only are we likely to be a parent or spouse, but also friends, family, and fans.

Experts say it is common to specialize.

So how can you become an expert across multiple fields? The answer is easy: practice. It takes practice to master a skill. Once you've made progress, keep going until people are able to recognize your knowledge.

Nowadays, there are entire industries devoted to helping others achieve this goal. There are many courses, workshops, seminars and conferences that teach people how quickly to acquire knowledge.


What Can We Learn From Abraham Lincoln?

Abraham Lincoln once said, "I am slow learning; very quick forgetting."

He understood the importance of learning and knew that he would eventually need to let go of old habits in order to embrace new ones.

The same goes for businesses. No matter how much we plan for success in the future, there will always be times when we are unable to move forward and end up stuck in a rut.

It is crucial to continue to learn and grow. If we do nothing else, we must continue to learn, even after we reach the pinnacle of success.

Lincoln was the right person. He recognized that while he could become more effective in his business, he couldn't stop learning.

There are two types entrepreneurs. Those who stay busy and those who stay smart.

Those who are busy concentrate on growing their businesses. They work on marketing strategies, product development, customer service, and other daily tasks.

They may feel accomplished, but they are often missing the mark. Entrepreneurs who aren't focused on learning more won't see sustainable growth.

What sets successful entrepreneurs apart from ordinary ones? Ability to quickly adapt to changing situations.

Entrepreneurs who are successful find ways to improve their products and services when they face challenges.

However, most entrepreneurs stick to old-fashioned methods that no longer work. They won't change until their business is destroyed.

To be successful, you have to master both the art and skill of self-reflection.


Statistics

  • Only 2.5% of Americans owned stocks in 1929. (collabfund.com)
  • If you consider that 10% to 30% might be tens or hundreds of thousands of lives, then sure, that matters. (lifehacker.com)
  • According to the Washington Post, Coming back to babies' mailing, the most extended trip taken by a “mailed” child happened to be in 1915. (medium.com)
  • It is estimated that more than 400,000 workers died; some are said to be buried in the long wall. (knownepal.net)
  • For example, your chance of survival might go from 10% to 30% in some zones. (lifehacker.com)

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How To

The Suez Canal Changed the World

Ferdinand de Lesseps designed the Suez Canal to connect Europe to Asia in 1869. To do so, he needed to build a canal across the Isthmus of Suez (the narrowest point), allowing ships from Europe to reach India and China. This required the construction of several locks and dams. He visited Egypt multiple times, and there he met with Khedive Ismail Pasha in order to finance the project. After he returned from Egypt, he discovered that Napoleon III had been defeated and had been replaced by The Second Empire. This was not a good idea as it would have cost too much. It took him three more years before the French government approved funding the project. After the defeat of the British at the Battle for Omdurman in the Sudan War, 1859, the British signed a treaty that allowed them to access the Red Sea via Suez Canal. This was opened in 1869.

The project opened up trade routes to increase international commerce and helped many countries develop around the world, including Canada, Australia and New Zealand, Japan and South Africa.

In addition, people can travel much more quickly than ever thanks to the Suez Canal. It used to take weeks, if not months, to cross the Isthmian Peninsula. Now, it takes only days. People could travel to places such as Paris, London and Rome without having to go through dangerous storms or long sea voyages. Furthermore, the Suez Canal made it possible to travel between North America (Europe) by reducing the distance by almost 3,000 mi. These benefits made the Suez Canal one the most important transportation projects.

However, the Suez Canal also caused problems because it divided the Ottoman Empire into two parts, eventually leading to the First World War. During World War I, the British used Suez Canal to attack Germany. However, the Germans used their version of Suez Canal against Britain. The Suez Canal was re-established under Egyptian control. However, the British held the land on either end.

After the Second World War, the Suez Canal remained an important part of global trade until the Arab-Israeli conflict began in 1948. Both sides were reluctant to take action against the other at first because they feared that one side might use force. Israel finally captured the Sinai Peninsula from Egypt in 1967. After that, the Suez Canal was shut to all shipping except military vessels. The canal was closed for four years before President Sadat opened it to civilian traffic in 1973.



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