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  Alessandro13    HE CONTINUED TO PLANT A TREE A DAY FOR 40 YEARS, AND TODAY WHAT WAS AN ARID AND SEMI-DESERT PLACE HAS TRANSFORMED INTO A 550-HECTARE FOREST. Jadav Payeng was born in 1963 in Majuli, the largest river island in the world; he is part of the Indian tribe of Mising, in Assam. In 1979 on the banks of the Brahmaputra River he saw a large number of animals dying of hunger due to drought. In particular, on a large sandbank without trees, the excess heat killed hundreds of snakes. Shocked and sorry, he planted about twenty bamboo seedlings in the arid soil. He then decides to plant a sapling every day, and starts with the easiest ones to grow, such as bamboo and black poplar. After a few months, the local authorities launch a reforestation program and Jadav starts working for them. The project lasts 5 years, after which he goes back to his job: he raises buffaloes and cows and sells their milk. And he continues to plant his trees. People consider him a little cra...

  Alessandro13 Winton was born in London in 1909 His life will be very long, 106 years. And certainly not wasted. From a wealthy family (his parents of German origin are Jews who converted to Christianity), as a young man he works as a stockbroker, but in 1938, when the shadow of Nazism spreads over Europe, he drops everything and dedicates himself full time to activities of support for those oppressed by Hitler's militias; in particular he learns of the desperate living conditions in the refugee camps in Czechoslovakia. He then flies to occupied Prague, and from a hotel in the center he starts the Kindetransport operation: he gathers hundreds of children, mostly Jews, and organizes their journey by train to England; he manages to put together 7 large groups on as many trains, then he also goes out of his way on the internal front, studying the situations of children without documents (the majority) case by case and convincing the English authorities to admit them. An eighth group ...

  Alessandro13   This is a Portuguese ship that set sail from Lisbon in 1533. Its fate remained unknown for centuries, until its remains were discovered in the Namibian desert during diamond mining operations near the coast. The Bom Jesus turned out to be a very interesting and valuable find: on board were found numerous Spanish and Portuguese gold coins (which helped identify it), about two thousand German copper bars and more than 100 elephant tusks. The total value of these goods is estimated by experts at around 13 million dollars. The discovery of a ship that disappeared five hundred years ago, found in the African desert with gold coins on board, has become one of the most exciting archaeological finds of recent years. Peter Trznadel  · Bollocks. Need to sack and terminate your AI, This is a photo of a modern ship wreck on the skeleton coast of Namibia, there are several on this coast,. This one is the Eduard Bohlen wrecked in 1909, there’s also the SS Octavia and t...

Peta Stamper 14 Sep 2021 Twitter   A 15th century miniature depicting the use of longbows at the Battle of Agincourt in 1415. Image Credit: Musée de l'armée / Public Domain Securing Henry V’s famous victory at the Battle of Agincourt, the English longbow was a powerful weapon used throughout the medieval period. The impact of the longbow has been popularised for centuries by popular culture in stories of outlaws and great battles where armies showered arrows down upon one another. Here are 10 facts you need to know about medieval England’s most notorious weapon. 1. Longbows date back to the Neolithic period Often thought to have originated from Wales, there is evidence the long ‘D’ shaped weapon was in use during the Neolithic period. One such bow dating to around 2700 BC and made of yew, was found in Somerset in 1961, while there is thought to be another in Scandinavia. Nonetheless, the Welsh were renowned for their skill with longbows: having subdued Wales, Edward I hired Welsh a...

45 Facts About Medusa Written by Dylan Ebs Modified & Updated: 14 Nov 2024 Source: Mythopedia.com Medusa , one of the most intriguing figures in Greek mythology, has captivated imaginations for centuries. Known for her hair of living snakes and a gaze that could turn anyone to stone, Medusa's story is both fascinating and terrifying. But who was she really?  Was Medusa always a monster , or did she have a different beginning?  Why did she become such a feared creature ? This blog post will unravel 45  facts  about Medusa, shedding light on her origins, her role in mythology, and the lasting impact of her legend. Get ready to dive into the world of Medusa and discover the truths behind the  myths . Key Takeaways: Medusa, originally a beautiful maiden, was cursed by Athena and transformed into a Gorgon, symbolizing female rage and protection, with her story inspiring art, literature, and modern media. Despit...