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The Pentagon, 1941.

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The Pentagon, one of the most iconic landmarks in the United States, was completed in 1941. It is a symbol of the power and might of the United States military and has been the nerve center of the Department of Defense since its completion. The building is an impressive five-sided structure, each side measuring 921 feet and containing roughly 17.5 miles of corridors. The Pentagon is a symbol of strength and resilience, and its construction in 1941 speaks to the United States’ commitment to defending its people and interests. The Pentagon, 1941. részletei…

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H.M.S. Victoria British battleship, 1890.

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The H.M.S. Victoria was an impressive battleship of the British Royal Navy that served between 1890 and 1893. Built as a result of the Naval Defence Act of 1889, the Victoria weighed in at 14,150 tonnes and was equipped with powerful weaponry. It was the second of three Majestic-class battleships and was the last British battleship to be completed with sail-propulsion. The Victoria was an important weapon of war during the British-Egyptian War of 1882, and was key in the Battle of Alexandria. Later in 1893, the Victoria collided with the Camperdown in a tragic incident which resulted in the … H.M.S. Victoria British battleship, 1890. részletei…

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A car on cables drives 120 feet across the Pudding River in Oregon, 1932.

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In 1932, a unique and daring feat was accomplished in Oregon when a car was driven 120 feet across the Pudding River on cables. This was an impressive engineering feat, as the car was suspended in the air and driven by a motor while the cables kept it from falling into the river below. It is said that the car was driven by a local farmer, and the event was witnessed by a large crowd of onlookers. This event is a fascinating example of ingenuity and bravery. It is hard to imagine the level of courage it would take to … A car on cables drives 120 feet across the Pudding River in Oregon, 1932. részletei…