WWI

Morphy Auctions Announces New European Division with Headquarters in Switzerland

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Friday, February 9, 2024

DENVER, Pa., Feb. 9, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- Morphy Auctions officially became a multinational company today as founder and president Dan Morphy announced the launch of a European division based in Zwingen, Switzerland.

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  • Munitionsdepot.ch will expedite consignment of European firearms & militaria collections, antique toys, fine & decorative art, jewelry and more to US auctions
    DENVER, Pa., Feb. 9, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- Morphy Auctions officially became a multinational company today as founder and president Dan Morphy announced the launch of a European division based in Zwingen, Switzerland.
  • "We've had a strong involvement with European collectors for many years, especially those who collect antique firearms and militaria," Dan Morphy said.
  • Christoph Borer remarked: "Being part of such a great alliance with a company as renowned as Morphy Auctions is an honor.
  • Dan Morphy noted: "Some firearms, like WWI and WWII European arms, sell for 2-3 times as much here as they do overseas.

Blind Logic- The Ralph R.Teetor Story

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Thursday, December 14, 2023

Los Angeles, California--(Newsfile Corp. - December 14, 2023) -  Blind Logic Productions send their Season's Greetings and announces that Emmy Award winning host and narrator Mike Rowe is providing the narration and Emmy Award winning actor Jeff Daniels is voicing Ralph Teetor for their documentary film, Blind Logic - The Ralph R. Teetor Story.

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  • Los Angeles, California--(Newsfile Corp. - December 14, 2023) -  Blind Logic Productions send their Season's Greetings and announces that Emmy Award winning host and narrator Mike Rowe is providing the narration and Emmy Award winning actor Jeff Daniels is voicing Ralph Teetor for their documentary film, Blind Logic - The Ralph R. Teetor Story.
  • As Mike Rowe commented, "I narrated this film because Ralph Teetor epitomizes the work ethic, which we value at our Mikeworks Foundation."
  • Rick Zieff also stated to Jack Teetor, "As I discovered more about Ralph Teetor, I was astounded by his remarkable courage to persevere through his life of blindness with such grace."
  • More personal stories of Ralph Teetor are featured by his nephew Tom Teetor, and grandchildren Ralph Meyer, Lucy Meyer Kropp, Jennifer Bloniarz and Ruthie Jones.

Library Card Streaming Service Kanopy Releases Its Top 30 Most-Watched Films and Television Programming Of 2023

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Thursday, December 14, 2023

SAN FRANCISCO, Dec. 14, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- Kanopy, the free/no ads movie streaming service available through local libraries, colleges, universities and other institutions, has released its "Top 30 Most-Watched Films of 2023 on Kanopy" today.

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  • From Oscar winners to deep catalog favorites, the "Top 30 Most-Watched Films of 2023 on Kanopy" includes box office winners, film critic hits and a few surprises drawn from Kanopy's streaming content
    SAN FRANCISCO, Dec. 14, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- Kanopy , the free/no ads movie streaming service available through local libraries, colleges, universities and other institutions, has released its "Top 30 Most-Watched Films of 2023 on Kanopy" today.
  • Because Kanopy film viewers must be either library card holders or part of an academic university community, it should be no surprise that several films are more academic.
  • "Unlike other places where you have to subscribe monthly or pay to view a film, our Kanopy service is free with your library card, courtesy of your participating local library, college or university.
  • The complete "Top 30 Most-Watched Films of 2023 on Kanopy" list is as follows:

THE DOUGHBOY FOUNDATION LAUNCHES BELLS OF PEACE 2023, AND ANNOUNCES BELLS OF PEACE @ THE WORLD WAR I MEMORIAL IN WASHINGTON D.C.

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Wednesday, November 1, 2023

Bells of Peace @ the National WWI Memorial, will begin at 10:45 a.m. EST, with remarks by Dr. O'Connell, followed by a wreath ceremony.

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  • Bells of Peace @ the National WWI Memorial, will begin at 10:45 a.m. EST, with remarks by Dr. O'Connell, followed by a wreath ceremony.
  • The ceremony will continue with a moment of silence, then a commemorative reading.
  • "Echoing Taps" will then sound from multiple buglers who will play Taps from different corners of the WWI Memorial, concluding the ceremony.
  • To Watch the LIVE STREAM from the National WWI Memorial on 11/11 starting at 10:30 a.m. EST, please go to https://youtube.com/c/TheDoughboyFoundation .

Online shorts spotlight Ontario’s small-town heritage in butter tarts, the arts and community celebrations

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Monday, October 2, 2023

Available now on TVO Today’s website , YouTube channel and apps, these online shorts blend playful animation and archival information for colourful insights about small cities and towns.

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  • Available now on TVO Today’s website , YouTube channel and apps, these online shorts blend playful animation and archival information for colourful insights about small cities and towns.
  • “Main Street Ontario brings viewers fascinating portraits of places in Ontario that many of us know and love.
  • This series offers communities a stage to tell their stories,” says John Ferri, VP of Programming and Content at TVO.
  • This area is now home to vibrant, culturally diverse community celebrations like the Cultura Festival.

Online Auction Market to grow by USD 2.51 billion from 2022 to 2027 | The market is fragmented due to the presence of prominent companies like A One Salasar Pvt. Ltd, Auction House UK Ltd. & Auction Technology Group Plc, and many more - Technavio

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Friday, September 22, 2023

The online auction market is fragmented owing to the presence of many global and regional companies.

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  • The online auction market is fragmented owing to the presence of many global and regional companies.
  • A few prominent companies that offer online auction markets are A One Salasar Pvt.
  • Auction Technology Group Plc - The company offers a wide range of online auction services under the brand name Proxibid.
  • In 2022, the collectibles segment was one of the main revenue-generating segments of the global online auction market.

National Doughnut Day Celebrations at Peace, Love and Little Donuts: Free 12 oz Drip Coffee at Participating Locations

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Thursday, June 1, 2023

PITTSBURGH, June 1, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- National Donut Day, Friday, June 2, 2023 - The story behind National Donut Day is historic. During WWI, U.S. troop morale was at an all-time low. Thanks to a group of local Pittsburgh ladies of the Salvation Army, known as "Salvation Army Lassies", spirits were lifted when the sweet smells and delicious tastes of donuts were brought to the front lines in Europe. 

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  • PITTSBURGH, June 1, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- National Donut Day, Friday, June 2, 2023 - The story behind National Donut Day is historic.
  • Who knew the history of National Donut Day hit so close to home?
  • "It is our goal to bring as much joy and happiness to everyone who visits our stores today," said Marci Razete, Owner, Peace, Love and Little Donuts.
  • "Grab a coffee on us, no purchase necessary, and spread the word of National Donut Day to honor and treasure the Salvation Army Lassies and Doughboys."

World's largest fly-in convention set for Oshkosh on July 24-30

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Thursday, June 1, 2023

OSHKOSH, Wis., June 1, 2023 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ -- For the 70th year, the Experimental Aircraft Association (EAA) fly-in convention will host pilots, plane enthusiasts, and aviation industry displays from around the globe in 2023. More than 10,000 aircraft and 600,000 people are expected to descend upon Wittman Regional Airport in Oshkosh, Wisconsin from July 24-30, making it the world's busiest airport during that week.

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  • EAA AirVenture Oshkosh brings together more than 10,000 airplanes and total attendance of 600,000 for one week each year at Wittman Regional Airport in Oshkosh, Wisconsin.
  • The complete spectrum of flight is on display, from vintage biplanes to modern military aircraft, as well as new flight technology.
  • OSHKOSH, Wis., June 1, 2023 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ -- For the 70th year, the Experimental Aircraft Association (EAA) fly-in convention will host pilots, plane enthusiasts, and aviation industry displays from around the globe in 2023.
  • "Whether you're seeking innovation, history, family fun, or just the excitement of aerobatic flight, you'll find it gathered at Oshkosh unlike any other place on earth."

The Doughboy Foundation Delivers the Lessons of WWI to a New Generation

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Thursday, May 11, 2023

WASHINGTON, May 11, 2023 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ – The Doughboy Foundation , a nonprofit organization committed to World War I education, makes high-quality, compelling digital learning resources about WWI available to students and educators.

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  • WASHINGTON, May 11, 2023 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ – The Doughboy Foundation , a nonprofit organization committed to World War I education, makes high-quality, compelling digital learning resources about WWI available to students and educators.
  • Although WWI defined one of the most consequential periods in American history, few high-quality teaching and learning resources about the so-called "Great War" are available.
  • To fill that gap and help a new generation understand the history of WWI, the Doughboy Foundation has made its collection available at no cost to teachers and students around the country.
  • To further immerse today's students in history, the Doughboy Foundation has also made its National WWI Memorial "Virtual Explorer" and "Visitor Guide" apps available through Verizon Innovative Learning HQ.

Ukraine recap: diplomatic manoeuvres intensify in advance of a possible spring offensive

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Friday, April 28, 2023

The rising mercury has fuelled speculation that Ukraine’s much discussed spring offensive is just around the corner, the only questions being when and where Ukraine’s military planners intend to make their big push.

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  • The rising mercury has fuelled speculation that Ukraine’s much discussed spring offensive is just around the corner, the only questions being when and where Ukraine’s military planners intend to make their big push.
  • Some observers have noted that Ukraine has achieved a bridgehead on the eastern side of the Dnipro River, which could foreshadow a major push southwards towards Crimea.
  • You can also subscribe to our fortnightly recap of expert analysis of the conflict in Ukraine.
  • Moscow’s political objectives, Harink warns, might be as much about involving the west in a lengthy and debilitating conflict.

The Russian front

    • One of the centrepieces is the march of the Immortals Regiment in which thousands parade with pictures of loved ones who gave their lives in defence of the homeland.
    • Dina Fainberg, an expert in modern history at City, University of London, tells the story of how Victory day become Russia’s biggest national celebration.
    • Imagine if thousands of people turned up to march carrying pictures of loved ones killed in Putin’s “special military operation”.
    • Read more:
      'Stalin-style' show trials and unexplained deaths of opposition figures show the depth of repression in Putin's Russia

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