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Squadron Sergeant Major William John Parkes was one the first men of the Irish Guards to d*e in the Operation Market Garden advance into the Netherlands in September 1944.
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Squadron Sergeant Major William John Parkes (2717391) served in No. 3 Squadron, 2nd Battalion Irish Guards during the Second World War. Born in 1911, he was the son of Joseph Parkes and Esther W. Parkes of Belfast. He d*ed on 17th September 1944 aged 33 years old during 2nd Battalion’…
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Haystacks Calhoun, one of the squared circle’s first true giants, has now taken his place among wrestling’s greats in the WWE Hall of Fame.
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Hailing from Morgan’s Corner, Ark., the 600-pound titan emerged as an early favorite in the golden age of wrestling. Clad in overalls and wearing a horseshoe around his neck, the good-natured country boy became a fan favorite everywhere he went, taking on multiple opponents at once and, more often than…
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In 1902, a remarkable photograph captured men posing atop a massive log raft along the Columbia River in Oregon.
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The raft was constructed from large, tree-length logs, all meticulously lashed together using enormous chains to create a floating platform. This incredible feat of engineering was typical of the lumber industry at the time, where logs were often transported down rivers for processing. The image showcases the scale and strength…
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The History Mogusii, the father of Abagusii with his brothers
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Mogusii, the father of Abagusii with his brothers moved on to Mount Masaba (Mount Elgon) along River Nzoia where they noticed that their large group had lessened in number. While crossing river Nzoia a baby girl was born and named Kwamboka – which means crossing*.From Mount Elgon Abagusii moved to…
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Roman crocodile armor
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Roman crocodile armor, dating back to the 3 century AD, was a form of protective gear crafted from the tough hide of Nile crocodiles. The Romans likely adopted this type of armor during their conquests in Egypt and other regions where crocodiles were prevalent. Crocodile armor was not as widely…
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Ötzi – The Man from the Past
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Ötzi is the name given to one of the best-preserved mummified bodies in Europe. The body was found in the Ötztal Alps in 1991, and investigations show that it lived over 5000 years ago (approx. 3400–3100 BC). After his death, the body became dehydrated, and his remains were naturally mummified…
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Emily Ratajkowski twerks in a daring sheer dress which shows off her bra and thong as she larks around with pals at a star-studded Met Gala afterparty
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Emily Ratajkowski looked to be having a good night as she twerked while posing for photos at the APRESMET 2 Met Gala afterparty on Monday.The model, 32, made sure all eyes were on her as she left very little to the imagination in a racy sheer minidress. She was joined by…
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Headless Vikings the “most exciting & disturbing” archaeological discoveries in Britain in recent years
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Headless Vikings the “most exciting & disturbing” archaeological discoveries in Britain in recent years Oxford Archaeology said the results suggested the burial took place at the time of, or shortly after, the men’s execution which had probably been performed at the graveside.© Oxford Archaeology sourceFifty beheaded young men found in…
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Egypt has recently unveiled a 3,000-year-old sarcophagus, containing the mummified remains of an ancient Egyptian priest.
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Discovered in the Saqqara necropolis near Cairo, this sarcophagus is attributed to the 21st Dynasty, approximately 1000 BCE. The find was part of an extensive excavation that revealed multiple burial shafts filled with well-preserved mummies, intricate statues, and a variety of artifacts.See more in the comments 👇👇
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A breakfast prepared 3500 years ago consisting of bread, meat from the leg of a bull, and for dessert, a plate containing figs and dates.
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These foods were found dried and preserved in the dry sands of Egypt inside the tomb of Senenmut, a close advisor and the Chief Royal Architect of Queen (Hatshepsut), who also designed her wonderful temple in Deir el-Bahari. This authentic Egyptian breakfast was originally kept in the British Museum, then…