Daily Archives: December 15, 2024

On The Storied History Of Pinochle

Posted on December 15, 2024 by nathanalbright

Pinochle emerged in the 19th century from the European card game bezique, itself a descendant of the older game sixty-six, which was popular in German-speaking regions. The name “pinochle” comes from the French word “binocle,” though it’s also known as … Continue reading →

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Captain Von Trapp’s Austro-Hungarian Naval Career: A Historical Analysis

Posted on December 15, 2024 by nathanalbright

Georg Johannes von Trapp served in the Austro-Hungarian Navy during a fascinating period of naval history, eventually rising to the rank of Korvettenkapitän (Lieutenant Commander). His naval career began when he entered the Naval Academy at Fiume (now Rijeka, Croatia) … Continue reading →

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