Life Under Hitler in the UK - Hitler's World: The Post War Plan - S01 EP03 - History Documentary

Frequently Asked Questions

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

Because we keep repeating the same mistakes, history repeats itself. We do not learn from our failures. We don't change. We become complacent. We settle in mediocrity.

History also repeats itself because we keep believing the same old stories. We are conditioned to believe in immutable truths and immutable rules. They are immutable laws and truths that we can't change.

This makes it difficult to think critically. The ability to question authority. Questioning authority. We can't learn if we don’t challenge our assumptions. If we don't grow we stagnate. If we stagnate, then we make the exact same mistakes.

But history doesn't repeat itself because we make the same mistakes. History repeats itself when we refuse to learn from past mistakes and instead keep repeating them.

By changing your outlook on the world and understanding that there is no set way, you can break the cycle. Nothing is unchangeable. Everything is constantly changing.

The key to breaking the cycle of uncertainty is acceptance. Accept that things can go wrong. Accepting that failure may be possible. Accept that failure may be possible.

Accept the fact that you might not reach your goals. But to accept that, you should strive to improve anyway.

You will always remain stuck in the past if you hold on to certainty. If you insist on the existence of fixed truths, then you will never move forward.

You must let go if you want to be free. If you want to progress, you have to give up control.

What are the three most important lessons from history?

There are plenty of examples from history that show how we can learn lessons from our mistakes. They can be applied to today's business challenges.

Our past has shown us that there's always another way. There's always someone out there that thinks outside the box, and takes risks that make him or her stand out.

History shows us that often, it's the underdogs and not the winners who win. If you ever feel lost, overwhelmed or stuck, remember the times when the underdog prevailed.

Look to the past and find ways to bring the lessons forward into the future. Learn from others' successes and failures.

These lessons can help increase your success rates.

What is the most important thing you should know about history?

There isn't an easy answer to this question. Learning is about three things. The first is to realize that knowledge can be power. We must also recognize the fact that knowledge is cumulative. Third, it is important to recognize how rapidly knowledge changes.

Knowledge is power. It empowers us to make better choices and improve our lives. We wouldn't have any problems making decisions if we had perfect information. We'd do what we want, without worrying about whether it was correct or not.

However, while knowledge is power, it is also cumulative. This means that after we've acquired knowledge, we continue to learn more. As time goes on, we become smarter. Knowledge accumulates.

Now, let's look at the third point. Although knowledge is cumulative it doesn't remain static for very long. Knowledge is always changing. Every day, scientists discover new facts, theories, and ways of thinking. Discoveries are made all the time.

Our culture is dependent on technology that allows us instant access to information. It is possible to store large amounts of data digitally and share it with millions of people around the world.

Globalization has changed how we think about technology. Globalization refers the process whereby ideas and products are spread across borders. Globalization has made knowledge accessible to everyone.

The internet enables anyone to access information anywhere in the world. You can surf the internet, read books, listen to music and play video games. All of these activities require knowledge.

Although knowledge is becoming easier to access, it is also becoming more specific. You can find thousands of websites that offer advice on subjects such as finance, health, business, sports, and travel. These sites provide information on virtually every topic imaginable.

There are likely to be only a few websites offering automotive-related products or services if you try to search the internet for a car. Instead of finding thousands of sites covering every conceivable subject, you'll find only a handful covering cars.

Experts in particular fields have the ability to share and create value. This is why experts in these areas are so popular. Experts often have a deep knowledge of a particular area. 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 focus on a small number of sites with lots of useful content.

Experts also have the advantage of specialization. They can build strong businesses around this expertise. He expects the author of a book to have a thorough knowledge of his subject to provide a clear and concise explanation. He expects the author to understand his message.

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

There are many areas of expertise. Nowadays, specialists are not limited to one area. You might be an accountant or lawyer, a doctor or teacher. However, we are likely to be parents, spouses, friends and fans.

Specialization is so common that some experts argue that it's impossible to succeed without being an expert in several different things.

So how do you become an expert in multiple areas? The answer is easy: practice. To learn anything, you have to practice. You can make great progress if you continue to work until people recognize you.

There are whole industries dedicated to helping others reach this goal. You can learn how to quickly acquire knowledge through workshops, seminars, conferences and schools.

What can Abraham Lincoln teach us?

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

He was conscious of how important it was for him to keep learning. He also understood that he would eventually have to learn new habits.

The same goes for businesses. No matter how well we plan for success, there will be times when we hit roadblocks and find ourselves stuck in an unproductive rut.

That's why it's crucial to seek new ways to grow and evolve constantly. If we are to achieve the pinnacle, we must keep learning.

Lincoln was the right person. He realized that he could not stop learning, even though he was able to be more productive in his business.

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

People who are always busy work solely to grow their businesses. They are involved in marketing strategies, product development, customer support, and other tasks every day.

Although they may feel they have achieved something significant, they often miss the mark. These entrepreneurs will not achieve sustainable growth unless they are focused on becoming smarter.

What separates successful entrepreneurs from average ones? Ability to quickly adapt to changing situations.

Entrepreneurs are successful because they look for ways of improving their products and services in the face of challenges.

However, the average entrepreneur will stick with outdated methods that do not work. They won't change until their business is destroyed.

For success, you need to be skilled in both adaptation and self-reflection.

Statistics

• The classic clown stylings we know today have specific origins, according to u/Bodark34. (lifehacker.com)
• But 95% of amputations were done with anesthesia, u/Thrabalen points out. (lifehacker.com)
• According to the wiki Napoleon Bonaparte who led many successful battles during the French revolution and gained popularity as Little Corporal was 1.68 meters long, equivalent to 5 foot 6 inches, which is indeed the average height of men. (knownepal.net)
• Only 2.5% of Americans owned stocks in 1929. (collabfund.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)

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How To

Accidental Inventions Lead to Penicillin Discovery

How did penicillin come into existence?

Penicillin was discovered accidentally when Alexander Fleming noticed mold growing on some bacteria cultures he had left out. He was concerned that the mold might kill bacteria and so he sought out a way to destroy it.

Penicillin was able to kill the mold. Then he discovered that it could also be used to fight bacteria-related infections. The discovery of penicillin was one of the most significant medical breakthroughs ever. It saved millions lives and changed forever the course of medicine.

Alexander Fleming did not know at first that his discovery would prove so significant. Nobody else did. No one knew that penicillin would become such a powerful antibiotic.

Until after World War II, scientists learned that penicillin worked against bacterial infections. The U.S. Army wanted to know if Dr. Fleming could use penicillin for soldiers suffering from infections with deadly germs. Dr. Fleming agreed to try.

Penicillin was effective against many types infections. It saved the lives and limbs of many wounded soldiers during World War II. And it helped doctors save countless lives after the war.

Dr. Fleming did not expect that his discovery would have such a profound impact. He simply wanted to be sure that mold didn't thrive on the bacteria he had studied. He could not imagine that this simple experiment would lead him to such a miraculous medical breakthrough.

It's not surprising that many of the discoveries we make every day don’t amount to anything extraordinary. They're just experiments done for no particular reason.

If you look back at history, you will see that even seemingly insignificant experiments can make a huge difference.

The most important discoveries are those that seem to have absolutely nothing in common. Like the discovery of penicillin. Or photography. Or electricity. Or even computers.

Invention doesn't happen simply because someone has a great idea. Because someone has a problem. Then they experiment to solve their problem.