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I was checking the obits in my local newspaper online, and read about the passing of John Philip Errebo. I was attracted by the photo, one of Mr. Errebo in his WWII fighter trainer from 1945. Often I see a formal portrait, occasionally a 60 year old high school grad photo, and sometimes even a photo of a fellow with a beer and a cigarette, and maybe even holding up a fish. Of course, if that is how his friends and family remembered him, it may have been the best picture to use.
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Kidnapping involves the unlawful seizure, confinement, or carrying away of a person against their will. This act often occurs with specific intent, such as demanding ransom, facilitating another felony, or inflicting harm. The core elements typically include an unlawful taking or detention, often involving force, fraud, or coercion, and a lack of consent from the victim. The physical movement of the victim, even if for a short distance, is a common component. of the crime.

In 1938, Nicholas Winton was a young stockbroker in London. He was keenly aware of the events unfolding on the continent. Jews were under threat in Nazi-occupied Europe. Anti-Semitism was established in law and violence against Jewish buildings and businesses was increasing. It was clear to many that worse would follow. Winton headed to Prague and hatched a plan that saved the lives of hundreds of children before the outbreak of World War II. The remarkable achievements of Sir Nicholas Winton.

The book is available on Amazon. In 1938, Nicholas Winton was a young stockbroker in London. He was keenly aware of the events unfolding on the continent. Jews were under threat in Nazi-occupied Europe. Anti-Semitism was established in law and violence against Jewish buildings and businesses was increasing. It was clear to many that worse would follow. Winton headed to Prague and hatched a plan that saved the lives of hundreds of children before the outbreak of World War II. The remarkable achievements of Sir Nicholas Winton.
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The film depicts Nicholas Winton's visit to Prague in December 1938 and January 1939, shortly before Nazi Germany occupied the area, then known as Czechoslovakia. He coordinated with humanitarians to identify hundreds of children who needed safe homes. Upon his return to London, Nicky and his mother Babi Winton worked to ensure safe passage for the children via trains across Europe.
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'Doonesbury' predicted Donald Trump's presidential run in 1987, as did Stephen King in his 1979 novel ''The Dead Zone'', George Orwell, and others. Spooky. More

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