Dr. Williams
Bio
A PhD in Economics. Author of National Economic Reform's Ten Articles of Confederation.
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The Last Faberge's The Pope's Revenge
In the year 1119, the first crusade had already captured Jerusalem when Geoffrey Bison was on his way to join Hugues de Payens and seven others on their way to Vienna. These nine soldiers of fortune were soon to become known as the Templar Knights. For the next ten years they cleared the pathways from Belgrade to Istanbul protecting pilgrims on their way to the Holy Lands. It was in 1129 when Pope Innocent II sanctioned the Templar's as an official arm of the Catholic Church that began one of the most storied chapters in the history of the world. When the First Crusade captured Jerusalem thirty year earlier the Templar's were able to now take refuge in the remains of the Temple of Solomon. Over the course of next ten years the Knights managed to uncover and stealthily remove the treasure of the ages. From 1134 to around 1144 these 9 Templar Knights managed to retrieve vast riches that were hidden under the Temple of Solomon. Though under allegiance to the Pope one would have thought that all this wealth would immediately go on to Rome but instead Hugues de Payens and Count Hugh of Champagne decided it would be better if the treasure was hidden in four separate locations all through-out Europe. Only a token amount went to Pope Innocent II. It is said that from then on every Papal succession was possessed in locating the Templar's treasure. In the end it was Pope Clement V who along with the King of France became so jealous of the Templar's wealth that they conspired to eliminate the order all together not realizing that all the riches of the Templar's would remain hidden forever.
By Dr. Williams2 years ago in FYI
The Ronnie Belle
They called him Capt. Ron, a crusty old salt. He served in the Merchant marine after coming out of the Maritime Academy, class of '63. For over 30 years Capt. Ron has seen practically every port there is. Now, in the twilight of his years he still yearns for one last great voyage. A voyage of self discovery as he called it. To him it is part of who he is. The calling of the sea has always beckoned him back.
By Dr. Williams2 years ago in Earth
The Last Faberge's: The Curse Of Nicholas II
Ever since the beginning of recorded history events, encounters, and mysterious writings have mystified and eluded explanation. The many mysteries of the world have baffled Scientists and archaeologists for centuries. When Professor Swartz discovered the tomb of Anastasia in Northern Afghanistan little did he realize the scope of what was hidden inside the last resting place of one of the worlds most sought after mysteries. Finding the remains of one of histories most iconic historical families should have been enough. But, what was uncovered after this great find proved to be more mysterious than anyone could ever have imagined.
By Dr. Williams2 years ago in FYI
The Scotsman
In the years following the fall of Camelot the continued struggle to unite England waged on. To the north in Scotland warring factions of Vikings continued their brutal and savage pillaging of local inhabitants. For over three hundred years up until the 9th century both England and Scotland were so divided wars and bloodshed was a fact of life. So little time for peace and prosperity and what little there was of both swiftly came to a violent and savage end. Out of this period rode a man who would change the landscape of England and Scotland. Silas Moore a Saxon noble whose own linage can be traced to the court of Charlemagne arrived in Southern England at a time when the English Saxons were constantly being threatened by Danish invaders from the East.
By Dr. Williams2 years ago in FYI
The Rise Of Inflation
Today, the United States and even the rest of the world are caught up in a quandary of pre determined conditions. Many of which have been self inflicted. The casualties of this Pandemic contributed to the greatest rise of inflation not seen for over 35 years. When we talk of inflation what is actually happening is not just supply and demand but outright greed.
By Dr. Williams2 years ago in Education
The Best Congress That Money Can Buy
In an age of unprecedented strife millions have continually suffered from decades of neglect by Congress. Their blatant disregard for the publics welfare has kept the American public caught in a vortex of suspended anticipation only to find like on Christmas morning coal in their stocking. The voice of the people has never really been in consideration. For years Congress and Presidents have had many opportunities to right this ship of state. So far their attempts have only made this ship of state on the verge of capsizing.
By Dr. Williams2 years ago in The Swamp
For Whom Does That Bell Toll?
In the history of the world there has always been plagues and catastrophic events that have decimated humanity. Millions have died as the result of catastrophic events whether man induced or not . They have all left there mark on history. Today is no different. The two most devastating scenarios that are currently crippling the ability of civilizations to expand the human experience are both man made. For years the scientific community has warned about the devastating effects that CO2 emissions are having on our environment. Yet, the powers that be have continued to ignore their warnings. As a result our future as a human race is in grave jeopardy.
By Dr. Williams2 years ago in Humans
Human Response To Global Events
There are allot of contributing factors as to why the world is the way it is today. We can trace human behavior and our subsequent responses to certain events to the beginning of human history. Humanity whose existence has always been filled with flaws have caused the world to tumble into a cataclysm of tempests as we are seeing today.
By Dr. Williams2 years ago in The Swamp
Where Are Yesterday's Hero's?
At a time so distant where ordinary men were called upon to do extraordinary things heroes were born. It was at the turn of the 20th century that Theodore Roosevelt rode into the history books. During the First World War Black Jack Perishing and Sergeant York galloped into American consciousness. Then came yet another great war where Audie Murphy, Eisenhower, Patton, MacArthur, FDR, and so many others whose heroic exploits and decisions made it possible for the world to emerge from unimaginable evil and horror. In doing so they captured the imagination of generations.
By Dr. Williams2 years ago in Motivation
The Lost Tribes
Through-out the ages there have always been unanswered questions that have mystified, perplexed and confounded man. So many of these unanswered questions have to do with lost civilizations. The Mayans, the Aztecs and even the people of Atlantis have all contributed to histories unsolved mysteries as to what happened. It is on that scale that many historians and biblical scholars have been searching for over a thousand years to understand what really happened to the lost tribes of Israel.
By Dr. Williams2 years ago in FYI
Now Playing: An American Tragedy
Shakespeare couldn't have written a better screen play of a tragedy or should we say travesty that is playing through-out the United States and the world. Perilous times have arrived. The world that we used to know has suddenly and violently altered the lives and livelihoods of millions. The overwhelming failures of governments especially in the United States to deal effectively with the scourge of this pandemic and the unilateral failure to implement radical reforms to combat the catastrophic consequences of Global Warming have made our planet and every society become vulnerable to the most catastrophic environmental and economic disaster since the last Ice Age.
By Dr. Williams2 years ago in The Swamp
The Crisis Within
The years of inner turmoil have already begun. What many thought the first half of the 21st century would bring are now even more perplexed by the complexities of life today. Amid the inadequacies of government to deal with this rising continuation of the Covid-19 pandemic and the rush to administer a so-called vaccine to the whole population all have contributed to the ongoing catastrophe of this pandemic.
By Dr. Williams2 years ago in The Swamp
