Notes from the Resistance
The polybolos, literally “multiple thrower,” was a chain-driven freestanding catapult that fired metal-tipped bolts from a magazine in quick-repeating succession, automatically, according to a description by Philo of Byzantium, a Greek engineer living in the third century b.c. [More]
But the Founders could have never imagined weapons that could fire multiple rounds…
[Via bondmen]
The American Founders, having studied Rome’s failure in detail, deliberately designed a better system. They created three formal branches with stricter separation of powers — but they did not stop there. They explicitly empowered a Fourth Branch: the sovereign, educated, and armed citizenry itself. [More]
Some might even call it a core purpose.
FYI, I’m almost done with Miguel Faria’s latest that includes extensive analysis of Rome during this period and will be posting a “thumbs up” review when I am. I feel bad because I’ve had it for months but it’s long and very detailed, and circumstances have forced me to just read a little at a time.
[Via Michael G]
Italy’s Refusal to Recognize Palestinian State Sparks Violent Riots
“Milan right now looks like a literal war zone. A coalition of far-left activists and Muslim migrant gangs is currently rioting and destroying the city. … Total chaos.” [More]
I’m wondering what Uncle Nick is thinking about this.
Who’s up for saving Europe from itself… again?
