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The Four Horsemen of the Apocalypse

Posted on January 10, 2006 by Jim

The prophecy in the Book of Revalation, Chapter Six, foretold of a dreadful time when the world would witness horror and devastation… and this evil would be delivered by four horsemen. These horsemen represented war, famine, pestilence and death. This … Continue reading →

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The Sermon

Posted on December 30, 2005 by Jim

I am less familiar with the purposes of the Sermon in religions outside of Judaism. But I can imagine that all of the great religions use some form of an address to speak to their congregants… something meant to in … Continue reading →

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The Battle of Balaclava, October 25, 1854

Posted on December 23, 2005 by Jim

The Charge of the Light Brigade, the gallantry of the Scots Greys, the stalwart stand of the Argyll and Sutherland Highlanders… few engagements have captured the imagination of historian, artist and poet alike than the Battle of Balaclava. But buried … Continue reading →

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The Battle of Thermopylae, 480BC

Posted on December 22, 2005 by Jim

Perhaps one of the greatest “last stands” in History took place below the cliffs at Thermopylae when 300 Spartans under the leadership of King Leonidas stood against 200,000 Persians (including Hoplites, entertainers, cooks and paymasters) led by King Xerxes. The battle … Continue reading →

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