The US is debating the modern application of privateering, a historical practice of commissioning private vessels for warfare, in cyber and space domains. Lawmakers propose using "letters of marque and reprisal" against cartels and foreign adversaries, while Space Force leadership and Congress emphasize military ownership of weapon systems.
En décembre 1776, Benjamin Franklin, âgé de 70 ans, arrive à Paris pour convaincre la France de soutenir la révolte américaine contre la Grande-Bretagne, dans l'une des premières opérations de communication politique modernes.
Donald Trump's recent statement acknowledging Confucius' influence on US founding fathers is highlighted as a potential historical first. The article explores the deep intellectual connection between ancient Chinese philosophy and American democratic ideals, evidenced by the US Supreme Court sculpture featuring Confucius.
Benjamin Franklin's classic quote offers a structured framework for navigating human relationships, advocating for specific virtues like forgiveness, tolerance, and respect depending on the role of the individual in one's life.
