AngtheExpat

A New Yorker in Europe improving America's image one person at a time.

[AngtheExpat @AngeloExpat]

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[Roman History @romanhistory1]

Today 312 Emperor Constantine the Great defeats rival Maxentius at the Battle of Milvian Bridge.

Constantine: Dynasty, Religion & Power in the Later Roman Empire
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A fresh & exciting study of Constantine & his life

[Archaeo - Histories @archeohistories]

Appian Way (312 BC), considered one of most strategically important roads of ancient Rome, which connected Rome to Brindisi, in southern Italy.

Rightly called "Queen of the Roads", road was first built for military purposes during Samnite Wars. One of oldest roads in the world.

Appian Way is still preserved in stellar condition and now, you too can walk same path as Julius Caesar. Best place to see Appian Way is at Appia Antica Regional Park, through which it runs.

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#archaeohistories

[Keith @nagy_minaj]

BREAKING: F-35 stealth fighter jet found in Mar-a-Lago bathroom

[Fascinating @fasc1nate]

The Dutch East India Company, the most valuable corporation in history https://t.co/9i6QOZ1ApT

[Historic Vids @historyinmemes]

As hard as it is to imagine, this is a real person’s hand. Specifically, this is the hand of X-ray technician Clarence Madison Dally. Clarence worked around X-Rays in their early days of development. Because of this, he was around massive amounts of radiation exposure.

Clarence Madison Dally, born in 1865, was born to a family of glassblowers who worked for Edison Lamp Works. Clarence worked with his family after serving in the Navy for six years. He later went on to work as an assistant for Thomas Edison on incandescent lamp and X-ray.

He was working as an X-ray technician when X-rays were an entirely new concept. At the time, people did not know the dangerous effects of massive amounts of exposure radiation on the body. Repeat and excessive radiation exposure from testing lead to Clarence developing cancer and significant radiation damage to his hands and face.

In an effort to stop the cancer and save his life, Clarence had both his arms amputated. These efforts were unsuccessful, as Clarence later died from cancer. As science has evolved, we have become more aware of the harmfulness of radiation and X-rays. We have also learned to limit our exposure and better protect ourselves. Because of his efforts and experimentation, Dally is thought to be the “first American to die from the effects of experimentation with radiation.”

Because of Clarence and his life’s work, we learned more about the dangers of X-rays and have made strides to protect ourselves.

Fast-forward to 2022, we know that excessive exposure to radiation has enough energy in it to cause damage to our DNA and cause cancer. This doesn’t just affect doctors and scientists. Anyone who gets an X-ray or a CT scan is exposing them to a set amount of radiation. 

Also, interestingly enough, when you are diagnosed with cancer you can undergo chemotherapy and radiation therapy to kill the cancer in your body. Depending on which stage of cancer and how aggressive a form it is, the doctor will recommend an appropriate treatment. But in some instances to stop the cancer that is destroying your body you have to expose your body to radiation. We now know that radiation can also lead to a second cancer growing and long term health issues. 

While doctors and the medical field have long advanced from the days of Clarence Madison Dally, we still have a lot of work to do in terms of combatting terminal diseases and radiation exposure.

[The New York Times @nytimes]

Guatemala’s presidential election was thrown into turmoil after a prosecutor moved to suspend the party of Bernardo Arévalo, a surging anticorruption candidate, potentially dealing a severe blow to the country’s already fraying democracy.
https://t.co/TEUGmI61Jx

[George Mack @george__mack]

What is ignored or neglected by the media -- but will be studied by historians?

Here's the full list of 25 examples:

[Historic Vids @historyinmemes]

During the mid-20th century, cats played an important role on ships as skilled rodent catchers. Sailors realized that having cats aboard helped control the population of rats and mice, which were notorious for damaging supplies and spreading diseases. These ship cats became valued members of the crew and were even given passports to acknowledge their contribution and ensure their safety during international travels.

The passports for ship cats were a unique and lighthearted tradition. While they didn't serve any legal or official purpose, they were created to recognize the cats' role and provide a form of identification. The passports typically consisted of a small booklet with pages that included the cat's name, description, and an area for their paw print.

When it was time to depart or dock in a foreign port, the ship's captain or crew members would present the cat's passport to the authorities as a fun way to document the feline's presence onboard. The cat's paw print, obtained using ink or paint, was added to the designated page, providing a personalized and whimsical touch to the document. This practice not only amused the sailors but also showcased the camaraderie they shared with their feline companions.

While these ship cat passports were not legally recognized, they symbolized the close bond between humans and their feline shipmates. They served as a reminder of the cats' essential role in maintaining a clean and rodent-free ship, thus safeguarding the crew's provisions and health during long sea voyages.

However, as the mid-20th century progressed and maritime practices evolved, the reliance on ship cats diminished with the advent of more effective pest control methods. With the decline in the need for ship cats, the tradition of issuing passports gradually faded away. Nevertheless, the memory of these seafaring felines and their unique passports continues to fascinate and entertain those interested in maritime history and the unique relationships forged between humans and animals at sea.

[U.S. Navy @USNavy]

Today, we reflect on those we've lost in service to our Nation and stand in reverence and gratitude for all they gave. 🇺🇸⚓️

#MemorialDay

[Francis Scarr @francis_scarr]

It got pretty heated on Solovyov’s show last night

The host tried to convince his cronies that nuking Europe was the only way of convincing the West to stop helping Ukraine. He insisted the US wouldn’t respond but even regular panellist Andrei Sidorov thought he was deluded

[The New York Times @nytimes]

Eighteen students who put a young Black man through a fraternity hazing ritual at a university in Belgium, leading to his death in 2018, were convicted of involuntary manslaughter on Friday and ordered to pay fines and perform community service. https://t.co/O2X3Pr3CJy

[sesameposting @sesameposting]

Happy National Pet Parents Day! Barkley has unfortunately not been seen on Sesame Street since 2012 (almost 11 years).

[Roman History @romanhistory1]

Born Today 121AD Antonius Marcus Aurelius, He was the last of the so-called Five Good Emperors. He was a practitioner of Stoicism, and his untitled writing, commonly known as Meditations.

[American Museum of Natural History @AMNH]

Who needs a blue check when you have a BLUE WHALE?

[Hans Kristensen (also on Bluesky) @nukestrat]

Interesting C-17A flight from nuclear base Aviano in Italy to nuclear base Kleine Brogel in Belgium avoiding Austrian/Swiss airspace.

[Hans Kristensen (also on Bluesky) @nukestrat]

The heads of the air forces of Denmark, Finland, Sweden and Norway have signed an agreement to operate their combined 250 fighter jets as one joint force. https://t.co/2wnUoPajg0

[Reuters @Reuters]

Factbox: The biggest financial crises of the last four decades https://t.co/OWSw9so5cH

[Sesame Street @sesamestreet]

Who is yellow, tall, and celebrates a birthday today? Big Bird! We hope you have a Big Bird sized slice of yummy birdseed cake today. #HappyBirthdayBigBird

[Francis Scarr @francis_scarr]

Last night on Solovyov’s show, they suggested that Putin and Xi would discuss what to do with Europe "when Russia wins" in Ukraine

Evidently still bitter about losing his villas on Lake Como, the host insisted that US troops will leave Europe and "Italy will be free"