Mark L'Estrange

@tlingram501 @archeohistories It's been 'colourised' but it's real. My partners family came from one of the poorest areas of London in "Booths poverty map". They were described as 'Mostly booted and pinafored' (most had shoes and a second layer of cloths) due to the fact they were"vicious -criminal'.

@archeohistories Come On!!! This can not be a picture of an actual homeless child. A child?!!! In Europe?!!! Dressed in literal tatters?!!! NO WAY IS THIS REAL. NO WAY!!!

In the grim streets of Victorian London, a homeless girl, like many others, was left to face the harsh realities of survival alone. The industrial revolution had brought immense growth to the city, but it also led to overcrowding, poverty, and a lack of adequate housing, especially for the most vulnerable. By the mid-19th century, it was estimated that there were up to 30,000 homeless children roaming the streets of London. These children, often orphans or abandoned, had little to no chance of a stable life, as they were forced to fend for themselves in a city that was indifferent to their plight. The homeless children of London, many of them girls like the one in question, had to navigate the dangers of the streets, including the risk of exploitation, disease, and crime. They scavenged for food, sought shelter in alleyways, or hid in abandoned buildings. With no education or prospects for a better life, they were often left to fall into cycles of poverty or criminality. The harsh conditions meant that they lived in constant fear of hunger, illness, and the brutal reality of being forgotten by society. Many were subjected to the whims of unscrupulous adults, who took advantage of their vulnerability. The plight of these homeless children eventually sparked public outcry, leading to efforts to address their suffering. Social reformers, philanthropists, and organizations such as the London Poor Law Guardians sought to provide some measure of aid. However, the long-lasting impact of the Victorian era’s poverty-stricken streets left a legacy of hardship for many. Despite the work of charities and reformers, countless children continued to endure unimaginable challenges, serving as a stark reminder of the deep divides between the rich and the poor in Victorian society. © Colorized History #archaeohistories

@smscott42011 @Tsahkna @Telegraph NATO never agreed to that. You are just parroting Russian propaganda.

This really is screwed up because this is exactly why Putin didn’t want Ukraine to join NATO because at the end of the Cold War the United States agreed to never move NATO closer to Russia other than it is and this is bullshit in my mind because they broke that promise now it wasn’t in writing. It was just a verbal promise between the United States and them.

We’ll bring the war to Russia with deep strikes far into Russia. We know exactly what to do. 
That’s why we are speeding up our investments and developing our capabilities, investing 5% of GDP on defence in our region. My talk with @Telegraph. telegraph.co.uk/world-news/202…

@GapToothGreenie @AfricanHub_ Egypt is by definition Africa 🤦

@AfricanHub_ Egyptians were not African and that amount of people could not lift that weight. Machinery was certainly used.

If this is not how the pyramids were built by Africans, how were they built

@virtuefucker @AfricanHub_ No they were not. Better hiding and better diet than the farmers of the time.

@AfricanHub_ No, of course, you're right; they were built using slave labour...

@Oroh511030 @AfricanHub_ The pyramid workers lived in good housing had a great diet and were no more slaves than any other inhabitants of Egypt at the time.

@AfricanHub_ Egypt IS Africa. All the evidence says the builders were valued workers not slaves. This is not a photo - idiots

@histories_arch Climate change deniers triggered by an article that says nothing whatsoever about climate change - it mentioned pollution not climate change - idiots.

The Ancient Roman Pollution Peak: When Pleasure Clouded the Skies... Deep within the pristine layers of Greenland’s ice cap lies a startling secret from two millennia ago. Scientists have uncovered evidence of an atmospheric pollution spike that occurred around the beginning of the first century AD, rivaling levels not seen again until the Industrial Revolution in 1820. The culprit behind this ancient environmental impact? The mighty Roman Empire. With a population of merely 60 million—less than a third of Europe’s in 1820—the Romans were producing staggering amounts of metal. Annual production estimates suggest up to 80,000 tonnes of lead, 15,000 tonnes of copper, and 10,000 tonnes of zinc. This industrial feat left its mark not just in Greenland but also in lake sediments across Sweden, Switzerland, and Croatia, marshes in southwest France, and even peat bogs in Britain. What’s particularly fascinating about this pollution peak is its primary driver. Contrary to what one might expect, it wasn’t warfare or military needs that fueled this industrial boom. Instead, it was the Roman appetite for pleasure and consumption. Metal permeated every aspect of Roman life, from water pipes and building reinforcements to more luxurious items like drinking cups and dinner plates. This period of peak metal production coincided with a surge in Mediterranean shipwrecks, suggesting a time of great economic expansion. The Romans had created a culture where those who could afford it built, consumed, and gave money to enable the masses to experience pleasure. This economic and cultural phenomenon painted a picture of a society at the height of its power and indulgence. The efficiency with which the Romans extracted and processed these metals makes this achievement even more remarkable. Despite their technological limitations compared to 19th-century standards, they managed to match the metal output of a population more than three times their size, equipped with far more advanced technology. However, like all unsustainable pursuits, this golden age of pleasure couldn’t last forever. While the phenomenon continued into the second century AD, new priorities had reshaped Roman culture by the fourth century. The emphasis shifted away from public displays of wealth and large-scale public benefactions, marking the end of this unique period in human history. This ancient Roman pollution peak serves as a poignant reminder that our impact on the environment isn’t solely a modern concern. It highlights the incredible scale and efficiency of Roman industry, achieving with ancient technology what wouldn’t be matched for nearly two millennia. Moreover, it offers a cautionary tale about the environmental costs of unchecked consumption and the pursuit of pleasure. As we grapple with our environmental challenges today, perhaps we can draw lessons from this distant mirror of our civilization. The story of Rome’s pollution peak reminds us that our choices in pursuit of comfort and luxury can have far-reaching consequences, leaving their mark not just on our immediate surroundings but on the air, we breathe and the ice at the ends of the earth. © The Roman Empire #archaeohistories

@MarshallLi65968 @literallymikeb @histories_arch It makes no connection at all with the collapse being a result or even influenced by climate change it just said that there was measurable climatic affects. I think you are imposing your own biases incorrectly.

@literallymikeb @histories_arch Yes, these days it sounds like every empire or great State throughout history fell because of the dreaded cookie monster called "Climate Change"! Such garbage I never heard of in school, not until I got older and the previous scare tactics had faded away.

@literallymikeb @histories_arch Hardly, more a cautionary tale.

@histories_arch I'm getting like a vibe from this article that makes it sound like the Romans were bad for wanting to have progress and running water and eating with cups and forks. Just another way to criticize Western civilization.

@777_reka @histories_arch Is this a religious thing with you?

@histories_arch I don't have patience for you anymore. You are a propaganda plant. There is no evidence for any of the rubbish, if is all assumption.

A few years ago from a cave in Russia, archaeologists found a bone belonging to an ancient human who had a Neanderthal mother and a Denisovan father. The bone fragment belonged to a female who was at least 13 years old and died around 90,000 years ago. It was known from genetic analysis of other fossils that the two species had interbred, but this is the first first-generation offspring of such a pairing to be found. The girl was nicknamed Denny. Further detailed studies of the genes of Denny’s Denisovan father were found to contain fragments of Neanderthal DNA. These indicated that interbreeding between the two species had also occurred at an earlier time. Past studies have provided clear evidence that Denisovans and modern humans interbred, and also that Neanderthals and modern humans mated with each other. Today, you can get your DNA tested for how much of your DNA is inherited from Neanderthals and Denisovans. 📷© Science Photo Library #archaeohistories

@KimDeaBueno @GovMLG As a European I find this very odd as the Queen of Spain fired and recalled him because he was so incompetent and cruel and she ran the inquisition 😂

@GovMLG No, today is Columbus Day & that’s it!

New Mexico is home to 23 sovereign tribes, nations, and pueblos, each with rich cultures, languages, and traditions that have shaped this land for thousands of years. Today is a day to celebrate Indigenous resilience, recognize the ongoing contributions of Native peoples, and recommit to honoring tribal sovereignty and supporting Indigenous communities. Let's listen, learn, and celebrate together. Happy Indigenous Peoples Day. Thank you Santa Fe Indian School. #IndigenousPeoplesDay #NewMexico #NativeHeritage #TribalSovereignty

@ShabbosK Why not as everybody else is self censoring in fear of suspension especially international students. The hypocrisy of the extreme right 'standing up for free speech' is quite ludicrous looking at it from this side of the Atlantic.

@speedwallet Turns out, the "mysterious sender" was Speed Wallet’s new AI marketing stunt—he got to keep 1000 SATS, a branded hoodie, and a lifetime supply of coffee. 😘

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@elonmusk Bog off you utter cock womble.

DEI means people will DIE

@trussliz @bankofengland Lizz Truss - You crashed the economy - Sue me. #Spartacus

Labour, the @bankofengland and the media establishment smeared my budget and forced a reversal. Now, they've plunged the country into economic crisis.

@harlan_antonia @elonmusk How about not bringing religion into it, because of course global warming has nothing to do with politics but everything to do with religion - twat.

Wow

@elonmusk Global warming - pass that on to you mate Trump.

@koshercockney @RhonddaBryant That's a really really ignorant mistake - it's not a typo nor is it predictive text from a phone, it's total fabrication, fake news, if you like that phrase, to make a political point. It's worrying that this sort of behaviour seems acceptable to your generation.

@RhonddaBryant She literally corrected it after. This is all you got?

FYI Italy shares its borders with France, Switzerland, Austria, Slovenia, and two enclaves: Vatican City and San Marino. Definitely NOT Turkey

@AshtonWard01 @afneil So funny believe everything on the internet without legitimate media editorial control especially if they are from a right wing Israeli account 🙄

@afneil This tweet suggests he is pro Hamas.

The Saudi doctor behind last night’s deadly Christmas market massacre in Magdeburg appears to be not quite what many on social media rushed to assume. Evidence from his social media indicates he was an anti-Islam doctor who arrived in Germany in 2006 from Saudi Arabia. 50-year-old psychologist Taleb al-Abdulmohsen, a specialist in psychiatry and psychotherapy, has been recognised as a refugee since 2016.  Various media reports suggest he helped ex-Muslims, particularly women, to flee Saudi Arabia after turning their backs on Islam. His social media reveals tweets in support of Germany's far right anti-immigration party, AfD, and comments supporting Elon Musk, jailed far right activist Tommy Robinson and malevolent conspiracy theorist Alex Jones. His social media posts also indicate he thought Germany not doing enough to help Saudi female asylum seekers who had rejected Islam — and that the authorities were trying to undermine his work on their behalf.