Category: Historical Perspective
Old articles from earlier versions of Anthurian.com, resurrected for posterity’s sake.
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Saga of the Rhenusware, Part 1
Read more: Saga of the Rhenusware, Part 11. Sing, oh magnificent muse, Mnemosyne of the tragic triumph terrific and true. Move my mind to make me mutter in this terse text the terrific tale of the mythic monarchs methinks misadvised, were tempted and tried. Tire not and maintain my memory misty for I sing to His grace, stupendous and sublime. I talk…
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I Still Believe in — and Anthurian Endorses — America
Read more: I Still Believe in — and Anthurian Endorses — AmericaOriginally posted to one of the older versions of Anthurian, I think these quotes are still appropriate today. A nation’s strength must be grounded in principles of justice, education, moral integrity, and a commitment to peace. “Observe good faith and justice towards all Nations; cultivate peace and harmony with all. Religion and Morality enjoin this…
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What were your favorite books or stories when you were a child?
Read more: What were your favorite books or stories when you were a child?As a kid, I devoured books like Where the Wild Things Are and Where the Sidewalk Ends, drawn to their sense of adventure and imagination. I loved getting lost in the chaos of Cars and Trucks and Things That Go, following every little detail on the pages, like a scavenger hunt for the best story.…
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Postcard: SS Santa Rosa
Read more: Postcard: SS Santa RosaBuilt especially for Caribbean and South American cruises, the SS Santa Rosa was a passenger and cargo ocean liner built for the Grace Line. Launched in 1932, she was the first of four sister ships and her regular route included inter-coastal service between the east coast and the west coast of the US via the…
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Postcard: SS Queen Mary
Read more: Postcard: SS Queen MaryContinuing the Postcard series, here is another old postcard from the vault: this time it’s the SS Queen Mary. At 1015.5ft in length and 118ft across, she could accommodate 3200 people and make the Atlantic crossing in 4 days.