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*** Medal of Honor Monday! 🇺🇸🇺🇸 *** At about this time in 1945, a U.S. Army soldier participates in an action that would earn him the Medal of Honor. Joe Hayashi’s mom and stepdad had been sent to an American internment camp. Would you believe that he was still serving as a U.S. soldier? Those were the days when the U.S. Government wasn’t sure if anyone of Japanese heritage could be trusted. Hayashi, a Japanese-American, was determined to prove his loyalty to the United States. In the end, Hayashi would become one of the nearly two dozen Japanese-Americans to earn the Medal of Honor during World War II. Despite the bravery of these men, most of these medals were not awarded until decades after the war was over. A special June 2000 White House ceremony recognized these overlooked heroes. Most of Hayashi’s life wasn’t really defined by this conflict. He was an athletic boy who loved the outdoors, as his family later recorded. He went fishing and hunting. He was a Boy Scout. He was a mechanic who built his own boat. When he enlisted in the U.S. Army, the bombing of Pearl Harbor had not yet happened. Afterwards, even Hayashi’s comrades in the Army sometimes seemed uncertain about his loyalty to America. For a time after the bombing, Hayashi had a relatively safe job training soldiers, but then he decided that he didn’t want to do that anymore. He wanted to serve in Europe, although he seemed to think that the chances were pretty low that he’d come back alive. He was attached to the 442nd Regimental Combat Team, a unit with a high casualty rate. It would even be dubbed “the Purple Heart Battalion.” Hayashi visited his mom and stepdad one last time in their internment center, then he left for Europe. Reportedly, he left a girlfriend behind. Was she his fiancé? Maybe. Maybe not. His parents were in an internment camp. His stepdad would die of cancer before he got out. The family was never quite sure about some of the details. Either way, Hayashi would never return home to America again. On April 20, 1945, Hayashi was in Italy. His unit had been ordered to attack a well-fortified hill near the village of Tendola. After the first approach, some of Hayashi’s comrades were wounded. He dragged them to safety, but then still returned to make sure that “mortar fire against hostile emplacements” would continue. In the end, those mortars would neutralize three machine guns and kill 27 of the enemy that day. Hayashi had risked his life to keep those mortars firing on April 20, but that didn’t stop him from risking his life again on April 22. He wouldn’t be so lucky the second time around. On that day, Hayashi’s unit was still near Tendola, attacking an enemy position on a hill. “Crawling under intense fire to a hostile machine gun position,” his citation relates, “he threw a grenade, killing one enemy soldier and forcing the other members of the gun crew to surrender.” Hayashi wasn’t done, though. He’d soon maneuvered himself close to another machine gun nest, lobbing a grenade into it and destroying it. He then went after ANOTHER machine gun nest and disabled that one, too! In the last nest, he killed four soldiers and sent the others running. His problem came when he attempted to pursue the fleeing enemy. During the chase, he was mortally wounded by machine pistol fire. His family says that he might have been saved with immediate medical attention, but he refused to allow others to risk their lives just to save him. How many people would give their lives for a country that had detained his family? Hayashi did. A true hero. --------------------------- If you enjoy these history posts, please see my note below. :) Gentle reminder: History posts are copyright © 2013-2025 by Tara Ross. I appreciate it when you use the shar e feature instead of cutting/pasting. #TDIH #history #America

BEYOND GOLD In the late 17th century, the Ashanti Empire emerged from the dense forests of West Africa, founded by the visionary King Osei Tutu. He united various tribes under a single banner, establishing Kumasi as the heart of a flourishing kingdom. A sense of kinship defined Ashanti society, deeply influenced by matrilineal traditions, where inheritance and succession were traced through the female line. This cultural custom empowered women, allowing them to play significant roles in leadership and community affairs. With a wealth of gold and a structured military, the Ashanti quickly became a dominant force in trade, captivating European powers with their rich resources. The empire's intricate political structure thrived, guided by rituals and beliefs that honored their ancestors. The Ashanti revered a pantheon of deities, with Nyame, the supreme sky god, at the center. They believed in the interconnectedness of the physical and spiritual worlds, leading to elaborate ceremonies and festivals to appease their gods and ancestors. Osei Tutu introduced the sacred "Golden Stool," symbolizing the unity of the Ashanti people. Carved from wood and covered in gold leaf, it became a powerful emblem of the Ashanti's cultural identity and sovereignty. The Golden Stool was said to possess spiritual powers, and its reverence solidified the loyalty of the people, binding them together in a shared faith and purpose. As the empire grew, the Ashanti waged wars, defending their territory and expanding their influence. Their resilience and military prowess were unmatched. However, the empire's success attracted the greed of the British. Initial trade interests soon morphed into a quest for control. Tensions escalated, leading to the First Anglo-Ashanti War in 1824. The Ashanti fought valiantly, displaying strategic brilliance and unwavering courage, but the British, armed with advanced weaponry, prevailed. Yet the Ashanti’s spirit remained unbroken, and they continued to resist. In 1874, the British captured Kumasi, but the Ashanti people fought back fiercely in subsequent wars. One critical moment came during the Third Anglo-Ashanti War when the Ashanti launched a surprise attack, reclaiming Kumasi briefly. However, the British responded with overwhelming force, leading to the eventual annexation of the empire in 1902. The fall of the Ashanti Empire teaches a profound lesson about resilience and unity. Despite their eventual defeat, the Ashanti people preserved their cultural heritage, resisting British attempts to eradicate their identity. They maintained vibrant traditions, from communal storytelling to elaborate ceremonies celebrating harvests and royal events. The story of the Ashanti Empire reminds us that power can rise and fall, but cultural identity and legacy endure. In the face of adversity, the spirit of a people can transcend time, informing future generations of their proud heritage and the importance of unity against oppression. The ashes of the empire may have faded, but the heartbeat of Ashanti culture continues to resonate in modern Ghana, symbolizing strength, resilience, and hope.

In the decades leading up to the US Civil War, abolitionists from eastern states migrated westward into the “free” Minnesota territory. Among them were those who assisted with the Underground Railroad before heading north. Join us on April 10, 2025, from 7pm - 8:30pm for a unique oral history event featuring descendants of abolitionists in our region. Sara Holger will share oral histories of the descendants of abolitionists in SE Minnesota prior to the abolition of slavery. Register at olmstedhistory.com/events

EGYPT-PHOENICIAN RELATIONS 🇪🇬🇱🇧 Egypt-Lebanon relations was believed to have started out during the early 16th century BC, when Egypt invaded the Levant, under the New Kingdom, kicking out the Hyksos as the rulers of the area. Egypt was especially interested in Phoenicia, as Thutmose the Third wanted to use the coastal cities like Byblos, Arwad, and Ullsa as commercial links. The cities of the former Phoenician empire provided Egypt with many resources and goods such as cedar wood, a high quality wood that wasn’t found in any region of North Africa. After realizing how efficient and sturdy cedar wood is, Thutmose the Third heavily stocked Phoenician harbors with their timber to be sent back to the Egyptian mainland to be used for warships. Egypt’s relations with Phoenicia soon began to grow, as Egyptian administrative favored the Phoenicians more compared to their other Asian territories. Cities like Tyre, Sidon, and Beirut were regarded as most important. Despite being under Egyptian authority, the Phoenicians didn’t feel like they were being brutally occupied by the Egyptians. The Phoenician cities were well-developed and thriving. They had their own dynasties, political parties, and even merchant fleets. Byblos soon became the best leading city outside of Egypt. It became a center for bronze work, and many other resources such as tin and lapis lazuli, the color the Greeks, Egyptians, and Romans used to paint their artifacts and walls. Thanks to Egypt’s influence on the area, these goods spread as far as Afghanistan. But this was only the beginning, as during Egypt’s 18th dynasty, being under the rule of Amenhotep the Third, brought further prosperity to Phoenicia. Egypt’s shipbuilding industry and rapid construction of temples was thanks to the vast goods of Phoenician resources, and was a driving force in the Egyptian economy. Soon, cedar wood became a luxury for upper class Egyptians, being the choice of most coffins for Egyptian priests and other wealthy Egyptians. Every city in both Egypt and Phoenicia became incredibly wealthy and had a diverse economy. #phoencia #lebanon #cedarwood #ancienttrade #thutmoseiii #newkingdomegypt #amenhotepiii

How did the "Pied Piper" of Saipan facilitate a peaceful surrender in 1944? 𝗗𝗶𝘀𝗰𝗼𝘃𝗲𝗿 𝗵𝗶𝘀 𝗶𝗻𝘀𝗽𝗶𝗿𝗶𝗻𝗴 𝘀𝘁𝗼𝗿𝘆! ⤵

Smyth County celebrates 250 years of American freedom, continuing its series on significant Smyth County figures. Don't miss this special event on the life and legacy of Madam Elizabeth Russell. FREE!

During the First World War, China sent thousands of labourers to Belgium to help the Allied war effort. Under French and British command, they helped to dig trenches, carry ammunition, work in the docks, railway yards and arms factories. The need for manpower became more critical as the war progressed. Trench warfare made the use of ammunition and supplies necessary, which led to increased imports and a large strain on transportation services. The tremendous losses seen during the British offensives of 1915 meant labourers who had previously worked behind the front line were now required to go to the front. Starting in late 1916, thousands of men were shipped from China to Belgium. The labourers were responsible for repairing tanks, assembling shells, transporting supplies and munitions, and helping to reshape the battle sites. China was officially neutral, so commercial businesses had to be formed to provide the labour required on the Western Front. Sending workers to help the Allies was a way for China to prove it deserved a political say when the war ended and terms were agreed upon. However, after a year of supplying labour, their contribution remained largely unrecognised diplomatically. When Germany announced its strategy of unrestricted submarine warfare, more than 500 Chinese labourers were killed when a U-boat struck a ship transporting them. With the encouragement of the US, this caused China to declare war on Germany in August 1917. By the end of the war, Chinese workers ranked as the largest and longest-serving non-European contingent in World War I. The UK took in 94,500, although many workers died or sustained injuries and China established a Bureau of Overseas Chinese Workers and persuaded the UK to provide compensation for the wounded men. 📸 © Chatham House.

Albania's hero: Isa Boletini provided protection to Serbian monasteries for a fee. Isa Boletini was a directed puppet. "Isa Boletin (1864-1916). Part: 2. By 1898-99, this Muslim Albanian was receiving money for helping protect the Serbian Orthodox community in the Mitroviçe region. As a reward for his services, Serbia awarded him a medal and even supplied him with weapons. But rather than crush Boletin with armed force, Abdülhamid instead co-opted him. In 1902, Abdülhamid brought Boletin to Istanbul and placed him in the ranks of the palace guard (tüfenkciler), where he served for four years and then returned to the Kosova with an imperial grant of land and an officer's position in the local militia. While he received financial assistance and weapons from Serbia, he also had a direct telegraph line to Yıldız and operated as the sultan's policeman". George W. Gawrych, The Crescent and the Eagle, Ottoman Rule, Islam and the Albanians, 1874-1913, I. B. Tauris, London - New York, 2006, p. 134

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Cerca de 15 mil personas en julio de 1934 vinieron a ver el cadáver del famoso gángster John Dillinger que fue exhibido públicamente en la morgue el día de su muerte. Esto se hizo para refutar los rumores de que en realidad habían matado a un doble, y no al propio gángster. Luego Dillinger, por supuesto, fue enterrado

Our encampment returns in 2025! This year we are pleased to announce a partnership with the City of Sanford and the Sanford Museum: our camp will be located at the Sanford Museum in Fort Mellon Park, on the site of the original battle! This encampment is free and open to the public. On Friday, February 7th we will have reenactors demonstrating daily life and the overarching social and political pressures which drove the Indian Removal Acts here in Florida, resulting in the longest and most expensive “Indian War” in US history. Demonstrations take place in rotating stations, and each interactive presentation lasts about 15 minutes. At the end of a full rotation we bring everyone in for the musket-firing demonstration. We cover the following topics and more: - Reasons for the war and the battles on Lake Monroe - Seminole culture, kit, and tactics - Camp cooking, rations, and food preservation - Laundresses and women in the war - Medical and surgical “science” in the 1830s - The US Navy in 1837 and their role in Florida - Physics of early firearms On Friday, February 7th we will be hosting rotating tours at 9am, 11am, and 1pm. Friday, 9am Tour Slot: 180 spots left Friday, 11am Tour Slot: 180 spots left Friday, 1pm Tour Slot: 180 spots left Please respond with your name, contact information, a total headcount (students and chaperones) and your preferred time. You can reach us over email by replying directly, or you can reserve your time over the phone at 407-665-2489. On Saturday, February 8th the encampment is open from 9am-4pm, free to the general public! Check out our historic demonstrations and interact with our living historians!

The American Revolution Experience Exhibit will be featured at the Lancaster County Historic Courthouse from January 11 to January 27. The innovative pop-up exhibition includes display panels and interactive digital kiosks that use storytelling, illustration, technology and unique artifacts. The American Revolution Experience features custom illustrations by South Carolina artist, Dale Watson. The American Revolution Experience invites visitors to consider the choice faced by members of the revolutionary generation as tensions mounted in the 1770s: Would these ordinary citizens risk their lives and livelihoods in pursuit of liberty? Or would they remain loyal subjects of the British crown, coming into conflict with neighbors and family? The exhibit surfaces diverse viewpoints and experiences, touching on the journeys — both literal and figurative — of Patriots and Loyalists, men and women, Black and Native populations and even international allies. Rather than focusing only on generals and famous statesmen, it introduces audiences to drummer boys, military mapmakers and other ordinary people who were impacted by global events. The exhibit will run from Saturday, January 11, 2025, through Monday, January 27, 2025. Admission is free. For more information on the exhibit, visit https://www.battlefields.org/events/traveling-exhibition-lancaster-county-historic-courthouse . Hours: Saturday: 10:00 a.m. to 3:00 p.m. (Closed Saturday, Jan 18) Monday: 10:00 a.m. to 3:00 p.m. Tuesday: 4:00 p.m. to 6:30 p.m. Wednesday: 10:00 a.m. to 3:00 p.m. Thursday: Jan 16: 1:00 p.m. to 7:30 p.m. Thursday: Jan 23: 3:00 p.m. to 7:30 p.m. Friday: 10:00 a.m. to 7:30 p.m. (Closed Friday, Jan 17) Group Visits: Groups of more than 8 visitors are encouraged to email elizabethhutchinsonjackson@gmail.com to confirm a reservation

This victorian mugshot hides a life of struggle, poverty and desperation. George Buzzing was Born in 1856 in Kingston, Surrey. His father, George Sr. was a general labourer who passed away before George turned fifteen.The census from 1871 showed the family struggling after the loss; they lived at St Leonards Road in Surbiton with little means to survive and his mother, Ann, was relying on parish relief for support. With his father gone and financial difficulties mounting, young George took on work as a groom where he would have cared for horses, later he found work as a printer. At the age of 17, George and his friend, John Hanks, stole a woollen shirt, the property of Alfred Cook, a draper. When the boys were questioned, George said it was a shirt that was going to washed for a man in Surbiton. On closer inspection, detective Herbert saw the Shirt was actually brand new. His friend John ran away from the scene and was later apprehended at his home. George was taken into to custody where he admitted that he had stolen it. For this, he was punished with 2 weeks of hard labour. On Christmas Day in 1877, George married Mary Annie Kelly at the Parish Church of New Malden. The couple settled on Cambridge Road and welcomed two children: William in 1879 and Amelia in 1880. By 1891, they had moved to Washington Road with three more children: Elizabeth, Alice, and Charles. George found work as a coal Porter, a physically demanding job carrying heavy sacks of coal. However, in 1893, his wife began suffering with tuberculosis, she passed away the following year at home, she was 37. Things didn't get any easier for George when his daughter, Alice, died at age 17 in 1903 and then his son, Charles, at age 26 in 1908. It's likely both of his children passed from the same disease due to tuberculosis being contagious. Following these devastating losses, he lived with his daughter Elizabeth at 4 Burrit Road. George passed away in 1924 at the age of 66.