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Cyrus II of Persia was one of the greatest leaders that the world had ever known; he was the one in whose footsteps other empire builders would follow. From Alexander the Great to countless Roman emperors and Ottoman sultans-it was the mighty shoes of Cyrus that they all attempted to fill. More than merely a successful conqueror, Cyrus the Great is known just as much for being a great liberator as he is known for his conquests. He was even credited in the Bible as the one who freed the Jews from their long-held Babylonian exile. By the time of his death, Cyrus controlled more land and people than anyone before him.In this book, you will discover more about the following:The life of Cyrus the Great: both as a monarch and as a man.A dip into the milieu of cultures, influences, and worldviews of Cyrus's timeCyrus's multi-faceted Achaemenid EmpireMythology and religions of the eraHow Cyrus achieved harmony between conquerors and conqueredThe fall of the splendid city of BabylonCyrus the Great's legacyAnd so much more!Cyrus the Great: The Life and Legacy of the King Who Founded the Achaemenid Persian Empire looks at the life of the Persian leader and the major legacy he left. Along with pictures depicting important people, places, and events, you will learn about Cyrus the Great like never before

This is hands down the most heartbreaking and thought provoking book about Khe Sanh and even the Vietnam War you will ever have the honor to read. Other books are easier to read, yet none of them will leave you a believer in the way that this book has. It is January, 1968 and Ernest returns to Khe Sanh from R&R to the opening of the longest battle in the Vietnam War. He is a Korean American Marine Commander and the Rifle Commander of Delta 6, leading over 250 men through the toughest of battles and conditions. The siege at Khe Sanh went on non-stop for 2.5 months. Life was shrunken to full time living inside bunkers, watching rations and supplies slide out the back of cargo planes as they flew low past Hill 881 and finding ways to remain hopeful while being unable to use camaraderie or communications to keep it real. What is to become of the survivors of this incredible battle?Seldom is the author so true to himself and the memory of those lost that he is willing to blind others with their own tears and shame rather than sacrifice what he knows to be the true story. On the very last page of this book, the author, Ernest Spencer was faced with having to identify a casualty from his battalion. He says," Rodriguez is gone and I am still here. Why? Am I but a witness? I feel fear wash through me. They die while I watch. Whom should I tell? Who will care? How long will they care"? You will find some rather colorful language and the haunting truth. Please read the book. It will probably make you feel uncomfortable. Good! It should. If for even a few moments you feel you have suffered from reading about such waste and suffering, then take a few more moments and try to imagine first living the story and then laying it down on paper. It is our debt to read this book, in honor of those who have given more than we can ever imagine. And to remember what really mattered: the men and women who served and sacrificed for a country that has remained ungrateful. This ebook is pages and pages of heart and soul - bare naked anger, hate, suffering and despair. You will feel the weight of the war in Vietnam in your hands.

In this Volume Three of the Contemporary Shamanic Journeys series, the author takes the readers on the roads of North, Central and South America, exploring pre-Columbian civilizations, Indigenous traditional teachings and other ancient cultures, with the ancestral legacy their histories left us with.The Seven Fire Prophecy, the return of the White Buffalo, the mending of the Sacred Hoop, the reunion of the Condor and Eagle, the emergence of the Rainbow warriors and manifestations of other Native prophecies were witnessed and experienced first hand by the author, who renders a personal account of related milestone events.Various medicine teachers, shamanic practitioners, Elders and Wisdom Keepers met along the way have blessed the narrator with guidance and precious gems of spiritualist science shared in this series.Apart from adventures, expeditions, gatherings, ceremonies and encounters, these memoirs provide geographical knowledge and historical insights, as well as reflections on the development of modern society via colonialism, admiralty law, secret societies, social engineering and the globalist agenda.Human relationships, whether positive or negative, remain among our experiences offering the greatest challenges and teachings along our life path. Everyone we met is a part of our life and should be acknowledged. Honoring the contributions of our peers, whether teachers, friends or foes, helps us to assimilate the lessons we are meant to learn. Thus, no biography would be complete without personal anecdotes. The greater perspective aims at healing and long term spiritual evolution for our souls.May this collection of true life stories sharing some of the knowledge they provided be inspirational, educational and entertaining for the readers. Best blessings to all...

The Walter and Eleanor Gillen story is an account of daily life in a large family raised on a farm in the Midwest during the sixties, and the trials and tribulations that led to their individual success.The youngest of nine children, Walter was born and raised on the family farm 20 miles from Toledo, Ohio. "Walter was 5 years old when his father bought his first car - a 1921 Willy's Overland Aster." He enlisted in the U.S. Navy during World War II and returned to help run the family farm. "After finishing a day of farming, and supper was over, he washed up, changed into clean clothes, and went out for the evening. On his way to town, he picked up friends and cousins along the way to share the evening. He could also be found frequently stopping at a brother or sister's home for a visit and was often seen with a niece or nephew in his arms." Eleanor was the eldest of two children, and a city girl from Toledo, Ohio. Her family owned a Hupmobile, but mostly used city transportation. They took the train to visit family in New York every summer. Eleanor was married for two years when her first husband died. After six years, her mother encouraged her to start dating again. She went square dancing with her girlfriends at the Trianon Dance Hall and round dancing at the Odd Fellows Hall where her uncle worked, and where she met Walter in 1946."Walter was 30 when he married Eleanor and won a longtime bet with Dudley that he wouldn't marry before age 30. Eleanor was 27." As a new couple they learned the farming and agriculture business and had nine children between 1947 and 1957. Their third child died the day after her birth. The family went to church on Sunday's and often spent Sunday afternoons at a different aunt and uncle's home. Everyone lived on a farm. Walter and his brother Leslie sold the family farm in 1959. Leslie moved to Wauseon, Ohio, and Walter and Eleanor moved to a 180-acre farm on Stony Lake in Brooklyn, Michigan.Walter had a manufacturing job to supplement the farm income. There was time to play after chores were done. Weekends included visits with family and friends, Sunday drives, singing along with Eleanor playing the piano, or games and cards. Walter and Eleanor bought a family restaurant in 1964 where the children worked before or after school when they were old enough. They lost the restaurant in 1970. "Failure. Lost the battle. Do what has to be done and keep your damn mouth shut." They lost the farm in 1972 and rented an old house in nearby Onsted. The four younger children were still at home. "...everyone still at home spent weeks getting the house ready to live in. Every room had old wallpaper to be removed, up to 13 layers in some rooms." Research found the house to be an 1830s plantation house and a stop along the Underground Railroad. No one wants to endure or experience hardships, but they are what builds and strengthens character, and enables one to overcome future challenges."Eleanor had the great privilege of watching her children grow up to be well-adjusted, responsible, and happy adults."

Drafted at the age of twenty, Connard Hogan answers the call to serve his country, even while millions of Americans question their country's presence in Vietnam. A naïve and inexperienced young man with an alcoholic and abusive father, Connard finds himself immersed in the toxic masculinity of the army and the unpredictability of warfare. While serving as an intelligence analyst in Vietnam, Connard endures the constant awareness that death is always close by while observing the widespread daily infliction of trauma upon others. From seeking female companionship in darkened brothels to being awakened by VC mortar attacks in the night, the contradictions of living in a war zone as a burgeoning young man creates a landmine of temptations for Connard. He seeks escape from fear, frustration, and restlessness through various diversions, none of which provides him relief from the adrenaline-induced moments of personal threat. Through the chaos of it all, he searches for his humanity and the true meaning of manhood.On a new life path after his military discharge, the debilitating effects of Connard's time serving in the army intensifies until his inner turmoil reaches the breaking point, and he seeks help through counseling. Ultimately, through his healing journey, Connard awakens to the lasting effects of trauma and PTSD, and comes to understand that it's not about the forgetting . . . it's about the remembering.

John Suthers' memoir offers the reader his personal story with an insightful account of a public service career that balances what is right and what is necessary.Born out of wedlock and adopted as an infant, he lost his adoptive parents at a young age. The trauma of his father's untimely death caused him, as a teenager, to resolve to live a life of purpose and consequence-to become a good ancestor. After attending Notre Dame and the University of Colorado Law School on scholarships, Suthers embarked on a legal career that took him from the local courthouse to the U.S. Supreme Court. He completed the "legal trifecta," serving as district attorney, U.S. attorney, and state attorney general. He was involved in captivating criminal cases, historic civil cases, and in waging the war on terrorism after 9/11.Starting in May 2015, Suthers served as the mayor of his hometown of Colorado Springs, leading it through a period of unprecedented prosperity, while overcoming challenges ranging from domestic terrorism to a global pandemic. Having encountered many interesting people along the way, John hopes his life story will help inspire others to make it their goal to become a good ancestor.

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This book describes the experiences of an Army chaplain who officiated at the first two Memorial Services conducted in the Pentagon after 9/11, and his support to the survivors. Over two decades have passed since 9/11 and this book seeks to honor and remember those who died on that day, while also honoring and remembering the fallen heroes from all of America's wars. This book is a call for America to never forget the 1.3 million fellow Americans who died for their country; and to encourage today's overworked and "all volunteer" military. Stories are included from Chaplain Jenkins' service at the Pentagon, in Iraq, on the staff of General Martin Dempsey, and from his tenure as the Rear Detachment chaplain for the 82nd Airborne Division. With the 82nd, Chaplain Jenkins officiated at well over one hundred services for fallen paratroopers. This book traces the struggles, and eventual breakthroughs of Native Americans, African Americans, Japanese and Chinese minorities in relation to military service. Against major barriers, heroic service and sacrifice are seen from these groups. Various vignettes of military heroes, from the 18th century until the present, are described as a reminder for America to remain grateful for the sacrifices of her military.

Discover the captivating story of J. Robert Oppenheimer, the scientific visionary behind the atomic bomb, in the Oppenheimer Book Bundle. This meticulously curated collection takes you on a thrilling journey through the Manhattan Project, the Trinity Test, and the profound impact of the bombings of Hiroshima and Nagasaki. Delve into the life and work of one of history's most influential figures and explore the complex ethical considerations and lasting consequences of the atomic age.Book 1, "Oppenheimer: The Scientific Visionary Behind The Atomic Bomb," unveils the extraordinary intellect and visionary thinking of J. Robert Oppenheimer. Trace his intellectual journey from a brilliant young mind to the scientific genius who spearheaded the development of the atomic bomb. Gain a deeper understanding of the scientific breakthroughs that paved the way for the unimaginable power and destructive force of nuclear weapons.In Book 2, "Los Alamos Chronicles: J. Robert Oppenheimer And The Manhattan Project," step into the secretive world of Los Alamos, the classified laboratory that became the nerve center of the Manhattan Project. Follow the gripping accounts of the brilliant minds who worked alongside Oppenheimer, their challenges, triumphs, and sacrifices as they raced against time to create the atomic bomb. Immerse yourself in the captivating story of teamwork, ingenuity, and unwavering dedication.Book 3, "The Trinity Test: Oppenheimer And The Birth Of The Atomic Era," brings you to the historic moment of the Trinity Test-the first detonation of an atomic bomb. Experience the tension, anticipation, and immense scientific significance of this groundbreaking event. Explore Oppenheimer's pivotal role in leading the test and witness the birth of the atomic era-a turning point that forever changed the course of history.In Book 4, "Unveiling Shadows: Oppenheimer's Legacy In Hiroshima And Nagasaki," confront the haunting aftermath of the bombings of Hiroshima and Nagasaki. Engage with the poignant narratives of survivors, delve into the ethical considerations surrounding the use of atomic weapons, and explore Oppenheimer's complex legacy. Reflect on the profound impact of these events and the ongoing quest for peace in a world forever marked by the atomic bomb.This book bundle encapsulates the gripping story of J. Robert Oppenheimer, offering a comprehensive exploration of his scientific genius, his leadership during the Manhattan Project, the dramatic Trinity Test, and the harrowing legacy left in the wake of the bombings of Hiroshima and Nagasaki. Each book is meticulously researched, combining historical accuracy with captivating storytelling to transport you back in time and shed light on the profound ethical questions that continue to shape our world.Whether you are a history enthusiast, a science aficionado, or a seeker of moral understanding, the Oppenheimer Book Bundle is an essential addition to your library. It invites you to embark on a journey that spans scientific discovery, political intrigue, and the consequences of humankind's most potent creations. Explore the complexities, triumphs, and moral dilemmas that define Oppenheimer's legacy and our shared human history.Don't miss this opportunity to delve into the remarkable life of J. Robert Oppenheimer and uncover the untold stories behind the birth of the atomic bomb and its lasting impact. Immerse yourself in the Oppenheimer Book Bundle and gain a deeper understanding of the profound intersections between science, history, and the human experience.

This is the story of the founding of the British Interplanetary Society in Liverpool in 1933 before it moved to London in 1937. It is the personal meticulous recollection of Leslie J Johnson, who was the BIS's first Hon. Secretary, but later its treasurer, editor of the bulletin and the journal and a vice president. Published for the first time, I wrote this manuscript using a rich source material comprising thousands of handwritten letters. As the hon. secretary he was the first contact for many now-familiar names including a teenage Arthur C Clarke in 1933, and Dr W Olaf Stapledon a professor at Liverpool University, writers Eric Frank Russell, Walter H Gillings, Edward John Carnell, Stephen Smith, a rocket mail experimenter in India and Herr Willy Ley, a rocket engineer from Germany. Many who joined the BIS had an interest in reading and writing science fiction, including Johnson himself. One of his earliest stories, "Satellites of Death" was published in 1938, two decades before the launch of Sputnik. The first passenger railway, military submarine and programmable computer emerged for the very first time in the northwest of England. It was from this generation that gifted and visionary individuals came in pursuit of the idea and ideals of interplanetary space travel. Similar societies were founded around the world at about the same time, but only the BIS continues to the present day contributing to British space policy and innovative ideas for spaceflight for communication satellites, human spaceflight and interstellar travel. As the BIS approaches its 90th year, it can celebrate some momentous achievements, including being a founding member in 1950 of the International Astronautical Federation that is now seen as the global premier body that binds the international space community with annual conferences in major cities around the world. Leslie Johnson wrote this manuscript between 1974 and 1979. It records the BIS story during the Liverpool years. It includes his reflections on a dream realised - the landing on the Moon of Apollo 11 in July 1969.

Étudiant dans l'Académie fondée par Calvin, Isaac Casaubon, jeune prodige qui avait appris le grec caché dans une grotte de la Drôme avec son père durant les guerres de Religion, en obtient la chaire de grec à 24 ans. Ses relations avec Théodore de Bèze et les savants de passage à Genève, son mariage avec la fille d'Henry Estienne, grand imprimeur et éditeur protestant, le promettent à un avenir prestigieux. Mais il n'est pas facile de faire carrière en France lorsqu'on est un fervent huguenot.Henri IV renoncera à le nommer au Collège de France et lui confiera, à la place, sa bibliothèque. Mais lassé par l'opposition haineuse des Jésuites, Casaubon acceptera la proposition du roi d'Angleterre et ira s'installer à Londres.

Anfang 1994 erhält der schweizerisch-bolivianische Jurist René Blattmann spätnachts vom bolivianischen Präsidenten Gonzalo Sánchez de Lozada einen Anruf, der sein Leben maßgeblich verändert. In den folgenden drei Jahren setzt er als Minister für Justiz und Menschenrechte eine umfassende Reform des Rechtssystems unter anderem mit der »Ley Blattmann« (Lex Blattmann) durch, die vor allem der indigenen Bevölkerung, der Mehrheit des Volkes, zugute kommt. Diese war zuvor meist der Willkür der Justiz ausgesetzt. Dank der Reform genießt René Blattmann eine große Popularität im Land und so kandidiert er bei der nächsten Präsidentschaftswahl. Als er die Kandidatur zurückzieht, kehrt 1997 der ehemalige Diktator Hugo Banzer Suárez wieder an die Macht zurück - und mit ihm die alte Ordnung.Nachdem Blattmann die Menschenrechtsabteilung der zweijährigen UNO-Friedensmission in Guatemala geleitet hat, kandidiert er 2002 erneut für die Präsidentschaft in Bolivien - erfolglos. Den Höhepunkt seiner Karriere erreicht René Blattmann schließlich, als er 2003 zum Richter am neugegründeten Internationalen Strafgerichtshof in Den Haag gewählt wird. Er ist beteiligt am Verfahren und ersten Urteil des Strafgerichtshofes: Der kongolesische Warlord Thomas Lubanga Dyilo wird 2012 zu 14 Jahren Freiheitsstrafe verurteilt. Heute lebt René Blattmann in der Nähe von Basel.Der Journalist Maurus Held zeichnet die spannungsreiche Geschichte René Blattmanns, dessen Leben zwischen Lateinamerika und Europa und seinen Einsatz für die Menschenrechte in einer literarisch überzeugenden Sprache nach.

" Lorsque nous avons, il y a quelques années, écrit Orient et Occident, nous pensions avoir donné, sur les questions qui faisaient l¿objet de ce livre, toutes les indications utiles, pour le moment tout au moins. Depuis lors, les événements sont allés en se précipitant avec une vitesse toujours croissante, et, sans nous faire changer d¿ailleurs un seul mot à ce que nous disions alors, ils rendent opportunes certaines précisions complémentaires et nous amènent à développer des points de vue sur lesquels nous n¿avions pas cru nécessaire d¿insister tout d¿abord. Ces précisions s¿imposent d¿autant plus que nous avons vu s¿affirmer de nouveau, en ces derniers temps, et sous une forme assez agressive, quelques-unes des confusions que nous nous sommes déjà attaché précisément à dissiper ; tout en nous abstenant soigneusement de nous mêler à aucune polémique, nous avons jugé bon de remettre les choses au point une fois de plus. Il est, dans cet ordre, des considérations, même élémentaires, qui semblent tellement étrangères à l¿immense majorité de nos contemporains, que, pour les leur faire comprendre, il ne faut pas se lasser d¿y revenir à maintes reprises, en les présentant sous leurs différents aspects, et en expliquant plus complètement, à mesure que les circonstances le permettent, ce qui peut donner lieu à des difficultés qüil n¿était pas toujours possible de prévoir du premier coup.Le titre même du présent volume demande quelques explications que nous devons fournir avant tout, afin que l¿on sache bien comment nous l¿entendons et qüil n¿y ait à cet égard aucune équivoque. ¿e l¿on puisse parler d¿une crise du monde moderne, en prenant ce mot de « crise " dans son acception la plus ordinaire, c¿est une chose que beaucoup ne mettent déjà plus en doute, et, à cet égard tout au moins, il s¿est produit un changement assez sensible : sous l¿action même des événements, certaines illusions commencent à se dissiper, et nous ne pouvons, pour notre part, que nous en féliciter, car il y a là, malgré tout, un symptôme assez favorable, l¿indice d¿une possibilité de redressement de la mentalité contemporaine, quelque chose qui apparaît comme une faible lueur au milieu du chaos actuel. C¿est ainsi que la croyance à un « progrès " indéfini, qui était tenue naguëre encore pour une sorte de dogme intangible et indiscutable, n¿est plus aussi généralement admise ; certains entrevoient plus ou moins vaguement, plus ou moins confusément, que la civilisation occidentale, au lieu d¿aller toujours en continuant à se développer dans le même sens, pourrait bien arriver un jour à un point d¿arrêt, ou même sombrer entièrement dans quelque cataclysme. Peut-être ceux-là ne voient-ils pas nettement où est le danger, et les craintes chimériques ou puériles qüils manifestent parfois prouvent suffisamment la persistance de bien des erreurs dans leur esprit ; mais enfin c¿est déjà quelque chose qüils se rendent compte qüil y a un danger, même s¿ils le sentent plus qüils ne le comprennent vraiment, et qüils parviennent à concevoir que cette civilisation dont les modernes sont si infatués n¿occupe pas une place privilégiée dans l¿histoire du monde, qüelle peut avoir le même sort que tant d¿autres qui ont déjà disparu à des époques plus ou moins lointaines, et dont certaines n¿ont laissé derrière elles que des traces infimes, des vestiges à peine perceptibles ou difficilement reconnaissables."

" Chopin! doux et harmonieux génie! Quel est le c¿ur auquel il fut cher, quelle est la personne à laquelle il fut familier qui, en l'entendant nommer, n'éprouve un tressaillement, comme au souvenir d'un être supérieur qu'il eut la fortune de connaître? Mais, quelque regretté qu'il soit par tous les artistes et par tous ses nombreux amis, il nous est peut-être per- mis de douter que le moment soit déjà venu où, apprécié à sa juste va- leur, celui dont la perte nous est si particulièrement sensible, occupe dans l'estime universelle le haut rang que lui réserve l'avenir."

This is a true story about a poor boy living on a farm. He had hard times growing up on a poor dirt farm in the '50s and '60s in Virginia, with his seven siblings and parents. No one would believe this true story. Read it for yourself and see if you do.

Throughout his forty-five year career, Henry Fonda-a stable, reassuring archetype of the American male-never gave a bad performance. Personal tragedies included five wives (two of whom committed suicide), and affairs which starred such mega-divas as Lucille Ball, Joan Crawford, and Bette Davis.This, Volume Two of Blood Moon's "Fonda" project, turns klieg lights on three emotionally intertwined mega-celebrities, two of them Oscar winners: The lanky and boyish American hero, Henry; his beautiful daughter, "the eternal rebel" Jane; and his son, Peter, a preppy-looking thrill-seeker indelibly linked to the "bad boy on a bike" narrative of the 60s.This is about the Fabulous Fondas, one of Hollywood's most talented but tormented families. It reflects the private agonies of a father, daughter, and son engulfed by the divisions of their respective generations and the ironies of the American Experience.

Based upon true events, Blood In Your Boots: Navy SEAL Stories from the Silver Strand (1957-1967) tells the story of young Lieutenant Commander John M. "Maxie" Stephenson Jr., USNR. Maxie served as a member of Underwater Demolition Team Twelve and Navy SEAL Team One from 1957 to 1967. Maxie and his teammates' lives as Frogmen and Navy SEALs were a foil of grit, antics and humor, parties, exploits, and even an escape from a Mexican jail under gunfire.Readers will meet many colorful characters from a little-known period of US Naval history. With their legendary training and history of successful operations, the Navy SEALs have become modern-day American heroes. However, little is known publicly about the early days of the Navy SEAL teams. When were the teams formed? Who were some of the original Navy SEALS? How did they become the formidable fighting unit they are today? This book tells that story.

This LULU Original hardcover book is of interest to anyone that follows the life of Thomas Jefferson, our third president and most controversial of all our founding fathers. Mr. Jefferson had many grandchildren and his favorite was Thomas Jefferson Randolph (born in 1794), and in a very well researched book with original letters and documents is now available for the first time.

“A thrilling, cinematic story. I loved every minute I spent with these bold, daring women whose remarkable journey is the stuff of American legend.” —Karen Abbott, New York Times bestselling author of Liar, Temptress, Soldier, Spy The Boys in the Boat meets A League of Their Own in this true story of a Depression-era championship women’s team. In the early 1930s, during the worst drought and financial depression in American history, Sam Babb began to dream. Like so many others, this charismatic Midwestern basketball coach wanted a reason to have hope. Traveling from farm to farm near the tiny Oklahoma college where he coached, Babb recruited talented, hardworking young women and offered them a chance at a better life: a free college education in exchange for playing on his basketball team, the Cardinals.   Despite their fears of leaving home and the sacrifices that their families would face, the women joined the team. And as Babb coached the Cardinals, something extraordinary happened. These remarkable athletes found a passion for the game and a heartfelt loyalty to one another and their coach--and they began to win. Combining exhilarating sports writing and exceptional storytelling, Dust Bowl Girls takes readers on the Cardinals’ intense, improbable journey all the way to an epic showdown with the prevailing national champions, helmed by the legendary Babe Didrikson. Lydia Reeder captures a moment in history when female athletes faced intense scrutiny from influential figures in politics, education, and medicine who denounced women’s sports as unhealthy and unladylike. At a time when a struggling nation was hungry for inspiration, this unlikely group of trailblazers achieved much more than a championship season.

Das Verb "verstecken" gestattet zwei Perspektiven: Wer versteckt sich? Wer gewährt Versteck? Verstecken ist kein Kinderspiel für die, die sich dazu genötigt sehen. Wer sich verbirgt, auf Dauer oder nur für den Moment, verhält sich gegen eine von Staat oder Gesellschaft aufgestellte Norm, weil man ihr nicht folgen mag oder nicht kann.In einer Metropole wie Berlin jemanden oder sich zu verbergen ist aussichtsreicher als in einer kleinen Gemeinde, in der die soziale Kontrolle unmittelbarer wirkt. Eine Stadt von der Größe und Unordnung Berlins bietet eine breitere Auswahl geeigneter Zufluchtsorte: Schuppen, Keller, Dachböden, Zimmer, Gartenlauben oder sogar Wohnungen. Hier können, "Menschen in der Menge verschwinden" wie eine widerständige Helferin der NS-Zeit, Ilse Vogel, es ausdrückte. Zumal in einer Stadt wie Berlin, wo - das bemerkte bereits Friedrich II. - "unruhige, querulierende Einwohner" leben, die so schwer zu regieren sind. Entsprechend ausgeprägt ist die Bereitschaft, Nonkonformisten in Not Zuflucht zu gewähren, sei es aus Nächstenliebe, Barmherzigkeit, Mitgefühl, seien die Helfer Genossen, Sympathisantinnen, Gleichdenkende, Mitstreiterinnen, Kolleginnen, Freunde und deren Freunde.Andreas Hoffmann wirft mit seinem Buch einen neuen, bisher unbekannten Blick auf Berlin. Er begibt sich in dreißig spannenden Episoden auf die Suche nach den Versteckten der letzten 700 Jahre und ihrer Helfer in dieser verrückt resilienten Stadt und trifft dabei auf politisch und religiös Verfolgte, bedrohte Frauen, Konspirative, Gauner, einen späteren Nobelpreisträger und nicht zuletzt einen zukünftigen Kaiser.

Every year, approximately thirty-eight thousand recruits pour through the gates of Marine Corps Recruit Depots at San Diego, California, and Parris Island, South Carolina, for a chance to line up on the historic yellow footprints. And once on it, the reality of the situation sets in and almost without exception, they immediately ask themselves one question: "What the f---- did I get myself into?"In From maggots to Marines, male and female Marines from WWII to present day share their sometimes hilarious and always insanely interesting stories of their boot camp experience.Read their personal accounts of the shock and awe of arrival; those fun-filled trips to the sand pits; close order drill adventures; and most importantly...tales of some of the insane (and funny) "training aids" implemented by their DIs.Then flip to the DI chapters to get the word from the duty hut--straight from the "hats" themselves. The rigors of a 100- to 120-hour workweek, the strain placed on their marriages, and the opium they rely on to get them through it all: humor.One day early on, we were waiting our turn outside of a warehouse while others were inside getting some equipment issued. While we were standing at parade rest, the senior asks for a volunteer for some undisclosed mission."How many of you have one year of college," he asked. A bunch of us raised our hands. "How many of you have two years of college?" A smaller number of hands went up. "How many of you have three years of college?" Only one guy raised his hand. "Come here, maggot," the DI barked.At this point, I'm sure the kid probably thought he had just won the boot camp lottery and that his educational background had just staked him to some advantage. Until he heard the next words, that is, "Grab this f----ing coffee cup, puke, and run back to the duty hut and get me a cup of coffee." And just like that, the recruit got a slice humble pie along with the realization that his schooling didn't mean jack here.