PHOTOS WITH SHOCKING STORIES

I still regularly receive comments asking why I use "Cymru" instead of "Wales ", even when my content is posted in English. Here's why. The word "Wales" is intimately linked with the history of the land and its people, but its origin is shrouded in a fascinating linguistic journey that takes us back to a time when it meant "outsider" or "foreigner". The term "Wales" can be traced back to the Old English word "wælisc," which referred to people who were not of Anglo-Saxon or Old English origin. It was used by the Anglo-Saxons to describe the native Britons who inhabited what is now "Wales" (as well as much of the island of "Great Britain", at the time). This use of "Wales" as a term for "foreigner" highlights the linguistic diversity that existed in Britain during the early medieval period. The Anglo-Saxons, who spoke Old English, considered the native Britons, who spoke Old ...

When the Titanic sank, it carried millionaire John Jacob Astor IV. The money in his bank account was enough to build 30 Titanics. However, faced with mortal danger, he chose what he deemed morally right and gave up his spot in a lifeboat to save two frightened children. Millionaire Isidor Straus, co-owner of the largest American chain of department stores, "Macy's," who was also on the Titanic, said: "I will never enter a lifeboat before other men." His wife, Ida Straus, also refused to board the lifeboat, giving her spot to her newly appointed maid, Ellen Bird. She decided to spend her last moments of life with her husband. These wealthy individuals preferred to part with their wealth, and even their lives, rather than compromise their moral principles. Their choice in favor of moral values highlighted the brilliance of human civilization and human nature.

"Piazza Uta el Hamman", "Piazza Uta el Hamman", the heart of the medina of Chefchaouen (Morocco) towards which the main streets that run through the labyrinthine old city converge.   "How do you know, when you think blue – when you say blue – that you are talking about the same color that everyone thinks.   Blue is elusive.   Blue, or azure, is the sky, the sea, the eye of a god, the tail of a devil, a birth, a cyanotic face, a bird, a joke, the song   saddest, brightest day.   Blue is astute, sly, sneaks into the room sideways, it's sneaky and shrewd.   This story is about the color blue, and like blue there is none of it true.   Blue is beauty, not truth.  In English they say true blue, but it's a joke, a rhyme: now it's here, now it's gone.  It's a deeply ambiguous color, blue.   Even the deepest blue has its shades.   Blue is glory and power, a wave, a particle, a vibration, a resonance, a spirit, a passion, a memory, a vanity, ...

We must be really grateful for the "colorful past " technology that allowed us to recognize the face of the Ancient Egyptian pharaoh Ramses ||, also known as Ramses the Great, the third pharaoh of the 19th dynasty of Egypt.  He is often regarded as the greatest, most famous and most powerful pharaoh of the New Kingdom, the most splendid period of Ancient Egypt.  His successors and later the Egyptians called him the Great Ancestor.  He was a pharaoh with many names  During his coronation ceremony, in addition to receiving the sacred insignia of the scepter (Heka) and the scourge (Nékhekh), he was given four names that would come to describe his history: Powerful Armed Bull of Justice, Defender of Egypt, Rich in Years and in Victories and Chosen of Ra.  In time, the splendor of the temples he commissioned earned him the name of the Builder King.  He is also known as Ozymandias in Greek sources, after the first part of the name of Ramses' reign, Usermaatre Set...

 𝗙𝗮𝗶𝘁𝗵 𝗖𝗼𝗻𝘁𝗶𝗻𝘂𝗲𝘀 In the Islamic calendar, a year is made up of twelve months and roughly 354 days. It is indeed close to the international standardized calendar we look up to—the Gregorian calendar. However, in such ways, it is totally different. Unlike January, its first month is known to be Muharram, and it is referred to as the month of remembrance and considered the most sacred month in Islamic culture.   The Hijri New Year, or Amun Jadid, is a celebration of continuity and beginnings; it marks the start of another year to come in the Islamic calendar. In Gregorian terms, this celebration falls on the 8th day of July this year. This aligns with the new moon, which serves as the beginning of each month in the Islamic calendar. The flow of the year goes on with the exception of the 12th day, known as Dhū al-Ḥijjah, whose length varies on a 30-year cycle to maintain the calendar in sync with the actual phases of the moon, and the days of the month alternate...

A thirty six-minute miasmatic behemoth of dark and antihuman death-doom conceived by Columbus, Ohio-based multi instrumentalist Matt Auxier (of industrial acts 6th Circle and Ash Prison) handling all instruments, songwriting and recording, with the exception of drums (performed and recorded remotely by David Mahony of Irish black/grind terrorists Unyielding Love). The band is the manifestation of Auxier's long-running history as a metalhead and of his extensive appreciation (parallel to that for industrial music) for dark and atmospheric death metal bands like Incantation, Disembowelment and Immolation as well as for 60's and 70's prog bands like Goblin, King Crimson, Eloy, and Amon Düül II, which in the context of his expertise and knowledge as a producer and home studio owner, has yielded a dense and disorienting dark death metal beast shrouded in surreal atmospheres and an hallucinatory form of dirge-like experimentalism. An all-devouring obfuscation of abyssic crush dep...

Memento Mori. What happens after death? The one thing we know for sure is that death is inevitable. The uncertainties around the topic has led to the creation of different art forms which constantly reminds us that our life in this earth along with all its delights irrevocably comes to a halt.  Death is often celebrated in art and they explain how each period of human history perceived death. Every culture has rituals surrounding death, appearing in artwork as icons and colors. Hourglasses and wilted flowers for the Dutch, the Cuckoo bird in Japan, the Totenkopf in Germany.  Death is often personified as this looming and foreboding figure, but sometimes death can also be beautiful like in Thomas Gotch's 'Death the Bride' which symbolizes a phrase from Shakespeare's 'Measure for Measure', '𝘐𝘧 𝘐 𝘮𝘶𝘴𝘵 𝘥𝘪𝘦, 𝘐 𝘸𝘪𝘭𝘭 𝘦𝘯𝘤𝘰𝘶𝘯𝘵𝘦𝘳 𝘥𝘢𝘳𝘬𝘯𝘦𝘴𝘴 𝘢𝘴 𝘢 𝘣𝘳𝘪𝘥𝘦 𝘢𝘯𝘥 𝘩𝘶𝘨 𝘪𝘵 𝘪𝘯 𝘮𝘺 𝘢𝘳𝘮𝘴'. In the end, whether we like it or no...

A Native American 28-foot canoe, estimated to be around 1,000 years old, was recently recovered from Lake Waccamaw in southeastern North Carolina. This remarkable discovery sheds light on the rich history and advanced craftsmanship of the indigenous peoples who once inhabited the region. Lake Waccamaw is part of the traditional lands of the Waccamaw Siouan Tribe, known as the "People of the Falling Star." The canoe's discovery is significant for both historical and cultural reasons, providing a tangible connection to the tribe's ancestors and their way of life. The craftsmanship of the canoe indicates a sophisticated understanding of woodworking and boat-building techniques, which were essential for transportation, trade, and fishing. The process of recovering the canoe involved careful excavation and preservation efforts. Archaeologists and experts from local universities and heritage organizations collaborated to ensure the canoe was safely removed and conserved. Th...

Nestled amidst the lush landscapes of Kerala, India, lies the Jatayu Earth's Center, a unique tourism destination that pays homage to a legendary bird – Jatayu.  In 2020, this park unveiled a magnificent concrete sculpture of Jatayu, taking the concept of mythological representation to new heights (quite literally!). A Creature of Legend Jatayu, a revered figure in the Indian epic Ramayana, is depicted as a noble bird with divine origins.  Known for his strength, loyalty, and courage, Jatayu attempted to rescue Sita, Rama's wife, from the clutches of the demon king Ravana.  Though mortally wounded in the battle, Jatayu managed to inform Rama of Sita's whereabouts. A Monumental Feat The Jatayu Earth's Center sculpture embodies this legendary creature in all its grandeur.  Spanning a colossal 61 meters long, 46 meters wide, and 21 meters tall, it holds the distinction of being the world's largest bird sculpture.  This impressive feat of engineering and artistry is...

A Teen Idol's Breakthrough: Ricky Nelson's "Poor Little Fool" In the summer of 1958, a young heartthrob named Ricky Nelson made history. His song, "Poor Little Fool," topped the very first Billboard Hot 100 chart, marking a significant moment in both Nelson's career and the evolution of popular music. "Poor Little Fool" is a deceptively simple song. Its catchy melody and Nelson's smooth vocals mask a tale of teenage heartbreak and disillusionment. The lyrics, penned by then-15-year-old Sharon Sheeley, capture the raw emotions of a young man who's been played by love. It's a sentiment that resonated deeply with listeners, particularly teenagers experiencing their own romantic ups and downs. The song's success propelled Nelson from teen idol status to a bonafide rock and roll star. It showcased his versatility as a performer, moving beyond the ballads he was known for into a more upbeat, rockabilly sound.  "Poor Little Fool...

Janice Oberding MSc I am Impressed  If people are trying to bring you down it only means that you are above them. Will Rogers said that. He also said you can’t please everyone, so please yourself (that was paraphrased.)  Later Ricky Nelson sang a song called Garden Party and he sang the same thing. You can’t please everyone, so you got to please yourself.  I took those words to heart a long time ago.  You sing your songs and I’ll sing mine…I don’t compete with anyone, I don’t try to impress anyone, I don’t try to outdo anyone EXCEPT Myself.   Whatever I accomplish, I do it to please myself. Hey you, look what you did. Yay me! That said, I am proud to say and after many years, I can now add the letters MSc. after my name. I have finally achieved a Masters in Metaphysical Sciences.  My mom has always wanted me to get an MFA—that’s not me. Yes, I am a writer, not the best, not the worst…no need for me to explore writing beyond what I need to know. I wante...

On This Day In Music History - 55 Years Ago Today The Grateful Dead released their third studio album, "Aoxomoxoa" on June 21, 1969. There were a series of "firsts" on this project: the album contained only songs composed by guitarist Jerry Garcia & lyricist Robert Hunter; no Bob Weir songs, no covers of other songs; it was the first (and only) time Tom Constanten was included in the liner notes as a band member - he had appeared on previous recordings, as an accompanying keyboard player; it was the band's first album to be recorded exclusively in the Bay Area (Pacific Recording, San Mateo & Pacific High Studios, San Francisco) and it was the second album to include both Bill Kreutzman & Mickey Hart as drummers, a duo that by this time had been dubbed "the rhythm devils" by Garcia.  Lots of curios, too: Courtney Love would later claim she was one of the children in the B&W back photo. She wasn't. The young girl was actually Bill Kre...

“Gloria a Dios.” With those three words, history was made at the 79th International General Assembly. Precisely translated, that is Spanish for “Glory to God!” In actuality, it was Dr. David E. Ramirez’s first response to making history as only the second foreign national and Latino elected to serve as Assistant Director of Church of God World Missions. “This wonderful church that we belong to has given me every opportunity in my life to do any kind of ministry I felt God was calling me to do,” Dr. Ramirez said. “I feel so humbled because there is no limitation, no matter where you are from or what language you speak, to the doors that God can open for you.” The World Missions vote came about when sitting Assistant Director Dr. John D. Childers resigned his position to accept an offer from newly nominated General Overseer Gary Lewis to become the new Executive Director of Global Communications for the Church of God. This came shortly after Brian Yaun was nominated to serve as the next ...

What are some of Italy's best fighter jets? Italy has a long history of aircraft manufacturing, and while they may not be the most prominent player these days, they've produced some truly impressive fighter jets. Here are a couple of notable mentions, considering both historical impact and modern capabilities: Fiat G.55 Centauro: This World War II fighter jet was one of the best Axis aircraft of the war. Introduced in 1943, it was fast, maneuverable, and heavily armed.  Nicknamed the "Centauro" (Centaur), it was a late bloomer due to production issues, but managed to rack up an impressive combat record against Allied forces. Eurofighter Typhoon: This is a modern multirole fighter jet that Italy co-developed with the UK, Germany, and Spain. It's a truly advanced aircraft known for its high performance, agility, and sophisticated avionics. The Typhoon is a mainstay of the Italian Air Force and is expected to remain in service for many years to come.

Quilt Made Many Years Ago By Marjorie Waddell Sturgis Journal clipping, date unknown. A quilt made from blocks left over from another coverlet, finished in 1853 and now in the American Museum in Bath, England, is a treasured possession of Mrs. Roy H. Hagerman, 107 South Fourth Street, Sturgis. The original quilt was made for her great-great-grandmother, Mrs. Helen Merwin Waterbury, when he husband was a pastor of the Unitarian Church in Milford, Conn., in the era of the 1850’s, as a gift from the women of the congregation. The quilt is composed of cotton squares, each appliqued with the name of the donor and ht edate. No two squares are alike. The center block is inscribed “To the Rev. Mrs. Waterbury from her loving friends – 1853.”  The quilt, which always was considered “too nice” for ordinary use, had been handed down to the oldest daughter in each generation, and had been carefully preserved – never laundered or dry-cleaned. Mrs. Hagerman’s sister, Mrs. Hassel Smith, Sr., now o...

80 year s ago today on June 20, 1942, Bill Finger and Bob Kane’s Harvey Kent, which would be changed to Harvey Dent, debuted in Detective Comics #66. Inspired by Robert Louis Stevenson's 'Strange Case of Dr. Jekyll and Mr. Hyde', law abiding Gotham City District Attorney Harvey Dent would soon transform into the villain Two-Face. Within the Golden and Silver Age of comic books, Two-Face’s obsession with the number 2 and silly crimes to match made him written off as a gimmick character. As the modern age began, however, so did Two-Face's evolution into a more troubled and psychotic criminal with a new origin story to match. Half scarred, both physically and mentally, Dent’s Two-Face would become the obsessor of fate in all of his doings, even going up against the Batman, who was at one point a trusted ally of the law. In our new celebratory session “The Duality of Two-Face: An 80 Year History”, we will explore Harvey Dent’s Two-Face and his eight decade evolution in comi...

VW T4 for sale 1.9tdi . 126k miles white with lifting rear door . it’s been kept in a garage so paint work & Body work is in very good condition for the age .Camper has a full service history - belts done too .& MOT until October , custom roof rack worth over 1.5k is included and the pull out awning which is only 1 years old worth £500 with built in led lights . New tyres & wheels. Windows replaced & were tinted 2 years ago. The back seats/bed were re done 1 year ago . Gas cooker , Sink & Fridge all In good working order . Solar panels kit on roof which charge the leisure battery for off grid use , it also has full electric hook up if required . Insulated inside , front seats spin around and there is a table that pulls out in the back . Vehicle has a cover which will be included for being kept outside & chocks . There is rust around the front windscreen which is common for the age & also signs of surface rust around one arch . The under side is in brilliant ...

During a recent trip to Amish Country in Ohio, we stopped by Lehman’s Hardware Store in Kidron, Ohio.  This store carries an unbelievable variety of products of all kinds, and the store has several wings going in different directions.  But as a history lover, we like Lehman’s because it’s part store and part museum, and there are awesome collections of wonderful antique tools, appliances, household goods, farm implements, and many other items displayed throughout the building.  To our delight, while walking through the canning supplies department, we discovered a beautiful Tiffin Wagon being used as a display table.  The top photo is a view of the right sideboards and we can see that much of the original “TIFFIN” decal is still very visible.  There’s also a painted stencil stating that this wagon was “Sold By A. R. KANNEY.  Green Springs, O.”.  The bottom photo is a view of the wagon from a distance.  This wagon probably spent several years doing ...

Bob Newhart is gone. One of the first albums I bought as a kid in the early 60s was Bob Newhart's "The Button Down Mind of.  (after "Meet the Beatles " of course) and I absorbed it. Want a short history of comedy albums? Watch season one of "The Marvelous Mrs. Maziel" on Amazon Prime. Bob Newhart took the comedy album out of the novelty rack and into the front of the the record displays. Bill Cosby and other comics owe him. I was one of those guys who memorized his bits and performed them at parties and Boy Scout campfires. His two hit comedy series were legendary. Can't believe Bob is gone; but I am still in love with the buttoned down mind. "Hi Bob!". ..gotta watch the show.

A COOL WIZARD OF OZ STORY! During the filming of the beloved classic "Wizard of Oz" in late 1938, the MGM production staff was looking for a coat for actor Frank Morgan to wear in his role as charlatan Professor Marvel. Mr. Morgan also played the Wizard and various small roles in the film. The film's publicist explained the kind of coat they were looking for: "They wanted grandeur gone to seed. A nice-looking coat but very tattered." According to the publicist: ". . . the wardrobe department went down to an old second-hand store on Main Street and bought a whole rack of coats. And Frank Morgan and the wardrobe man and Victor Fleming [the director] got together and chose one. It was kind of a Prince Albert coat. It was black broadcloth and it had a velvet collar, but the nap was all worn off the velvet." The coat fit Morgan perfectly. It had exactly the right look of shabby gentility, so they used it in the film. One hot afternoon during filming, Frank ...

Bulgarian soldier and poet Geo Milev who lost his right eye in battle, 1918. Georgi Milev Kasabov was born on January 15, 1895 in Radnevo, Bulgaria to parents who were teachers and owners of a book store. In 1912, Milev studied philosophy at Sofia University, before continuing his education at Leipzig University in Germany, where he took up poetry inspired by German expressionism. His first set of poems were published in a Bulgarian magazine in December 1913. Upon the outbreak of the First World War in July 1914, Bulgaria stayed neutral, and Milev moved to London to develop his poetry and improve his English. Milev returned to Leipzig on October 18, 1914, but was detained in Hamburg on suspicion of being a British spy. He was released after 11 days due to a lack of evidence. . In August 1915, Milev returned to Bulgaria, who entered the First World War with the Central Powers on October 14, 1915. Milev's father was soon mobilized, forcing Milev to take over the family's book sto...

The Only African American Ship Captain on the West Coast of the United States in the Late-1880s and 1890s William T. Shorey (July 13, 1859 – April 15, 1919) was a late 19th-century American whaling ship captain known to his crew as the Black Ahab. Shorney was born in Barbados and spent his life at sea. After only ten years at sea, he became the only African American ship captain on the west coast of the United States in the late-1880s and 1890s. He obtained his certification in 1885. His whaling voyages were based out of San Francisco on the whaling bark John and Winthrop. The John and Winthrop was the only whaling ship in the world to be manned entirely by an African-American crew. Shorey retired from whaling in 1908. Onshore he lived in Oakland and worked on the docks as a special policeman for Pacific Coast Steamship Company from 1912 to 1919. In 1919 he died from the Spanish flu pandemic. He is buried at Mountain View Cemetery in Oakland, California.

What if ancient civilizations were far more advanced than we have ever imagined? Could it be that remnants of a long-lost culture influenced societies around the globe, explaining the striking similarities between numerous ancient sites and cultures? Thousands of years ago, humanity erected awe-inspiring structures that continue to baffle us. When examining these feats, one can't help but wonder whether our ancestors had access to technologies and tools now lost to history. But what if these technologies were never truly lost? What if ancient people possessed technologies so advanced that we fail to recognize them today? Could it be that these sophisticated tools are still there, hidden in plain sight? Certain archaeological sites challenge our understanding of the ancient world. Take Göbekli Tepe in present-day Turkey, for example. Dating back more than 12,000 years, it is considered the oldest known megalithic temple. This site, constructed by what were believed to be hunter-gath...

Teachers mainly in the west & south still teaching kids Columbus discovered America & he ain’t discovered shtt! Actually he landed on Caribbean islands & discovered The Lucayan branch of the “Taíno” ppl were already there now known as Haiti/Dominican republic. When English Settlers finally got to what is now South America what they ran into was Aztec ppl & saw statues of Olmec ppl (IMAGE BELOW) who existed on this land over 3,000 yeas ago. 

Ruins of Nebuchadnezzars Palace, Babylon.  Castle on the "hidden hills".  Bridgeman and Mary Evans. This engraving takes us back in time to the ancient city of Babylon, where we are granted a glimpse into the majestic ruins of Nebuchadnezzar's Palace. The intricate details and skilled craftsmanship of this 19th-century English School image transport us to a bygone era. The image showcases the remnants of what was once a grand palace, evoking a sense of awe and wonder at its former glory. As we gaze upon these weathered walls and crumbling pillars, our imagination runs wild with stories from biblical times. The ruins stand as a testament today, to the power and opulence that once defined Babylon. It is impossible not to be captivated by the history embedded within these stones. Each crack and crevice tells a story, whispering secrets from centuries past. This particular engraving has been digitally cleaned, allowing us to appreciate every minute detail with clarity. The sk...

You know about Ancient Rome, but what about ancient Ancient Rome? Before the empire there was a republic, and before the republic there was a kingdom. This is about the end of that kingdom. --On This Day in History, Shit Went Down: March 1, 509 BCE-- The traditional date for the founding of Rome is 753 BCE. The mythical Romulus was its first king. Romulus had a twin brother, Remus, and their dad was Mars, the god of war. I did say “mythical.” Also, the whole my dad is the god of war thing explains a lot. Oh, and the impregnation of their mom, Vestal Virgin Rhea Silvia, was not consensual. Mars raped her. That also explains some things.  Over the next quarter millennium there would be six more kings of Rome, the last of which was Lucius Tarquinius Superbus. That’s pronounced superb-us, not super bus. I interviewed the guitarist for Def Leppard on his tour bus and it was pretty fucking super. King Excellent Conveyance was not popular. He weakened the senate and acted all autocratic ...

I don’t mind doing laundry. Even if you hate it, the word laundry is more appealing than “asylum.” But the Magdalene Laundries were asylums where “fallen women” were forced into labor, sometimes worked to death.  --On This Day in History Shit Went Down: February 19, 2013-- The Magdalene enslaved labor camps were initially Protestant, but the Catholics didn’t want Protestants to have all the female-oppression fun and got into it hard. The first was founded in London in 1758 and the idea quickly spread to other countries, including Australia, New Zealand, the U.S., Canada, and especially Ireland. Ireland went big.  Part of the reason was rampant poverty in Ireland, which leads to sex work. They’re described as places to “get rid of people not conforming to … Irish identity.” That included not just sex workers, but women who had children out of wedlock, the daughters of unwed mothers, women guilty of petty crimes, women of “loose morals” and “flirtatious women,” victims of rape,...

--On This Day in History, Shit Went Down: April 9, 1884-- Lewis and Clark would have been turned into cougar poop if not for her . She did not have an easy life. When she was 12, she and several other girls were kidnapped from her home in present-day Idaho by Hidatsa and taken to what is now North Dakota. A year later she was sold to a Quebecois trapper named Charbonneau for a non-consensual marriage. Or he may have won her gambling. Either way, she was basically sold as a sex slave to a colonist. Three years later, in 1804, Lewis and Clark, who were part of the Corps of Discovery, showed up and were looking for someone who spoke Shoshone to help them find their way west. When they learned Charbonneau’s “wife” Sacagawea, who was pregnant, spoke it, they hired them.    During the journey to the Pacific, Sacagawea served in multiple roles, all while caring for an infant son. She was an occasional guide, she helped prevent starvation by knowing what was edible and what was not, s...

What if JFK hadn’t been assassinated? What if RFK hadn’t? And what if Ted Kennedy didn’t get (allegedly) drunk as fuck and drive his car off a bridge and kill Mary Jo Kopechne and kill his chances of ever being president at the same time?  --On This Day in History Shit Went Down: July 19, 1969-- Was he drunk? The circumstantial evidence suggests well of course he was. He left a party on Chappaquiddick Island in Massachusetts at 11:15 p.m. He was known to drink. A lot. People didn’t care near so much about drinking and driving in the ‘60s. Plus, he was a senator and they’re allowed to break the rules. He failed to report the accident for ten hours, which is conveniently enough time to sober up. So probably drunk as fuck.  Kopechne, aged 28, had been a campaign strategist and speech writer for RFK, with a promising political career ahead of her. Ted said he was giving her a ride to catch the last ferry back to her hotel, except she left her purse with her wallet and hotel key b...

Margaret Dickson, known as "Half-Hangit Maggie," gained notoriety in Scottish history for surviving a hanging in the early 18th century. In 1724, she was sentenced to death by hanging for the crime of murder. However, when she was hanged at the gallows in Edinburgh, to the shock of onlookers, she survived the execution. This was an exceedingly rare occurrence in an era when hangings were typically fatal due to the severity of the drop and subsequent neck-breaking. According to accounts, Margaret was cut down and declared dead, but later revived, leading to her release due to the belief that she had already faced her punishment. This event caused a significant stir and prompted legal authorities to reconsider the practice of hanging. It ultimately led to changes in the law regarding execution methods, emphasizing more reliable and humane means. Margaret Dickson's case highlighted the fallibility of the existing execution practices and spurred discussions on the need for m...

Unearthed by Flinders Petrie at the Giza Plateau, the enigmatic "granite core number 7" continues to captivate scholars and historians with its implications of advanced ancient technologies. This artifact, meticulously examined by aerospace engineers E. Wilson and J. Gear from Rolls Royce, showcases a finely crafted spiral pattern that suggests the ancient Egyptians possessed technology not yet fully recognized by mainstream archaeology. Petrie deduced that the Egyptians used a gem significantly harder than quartz for precision carving, based on his studies of diorite bowls from the fourth dynasty, which featured sharply incised hieroglyphs. Unlike the coarser methods typical of the era, these carvings were smooth and detailed. The spiral groove on the granite core further illustrates this point, exhibiting a level of symmetry and uniformity indicative of the use of precise jewel-tipped tools. The engineers confirmed that the groove's design and execution likely involved...