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U.S. Air Force's Flying Cossacks

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Contra Commando, Nicaragua 1987

Contra rebel with grenades and crucifix, displaying his faith in God and armed struggle.

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Coins used for jewellery became popular in the 3rd century AD. However coin belts were not very common and this is one of the earliest known examples.

It is composed of three elements: a central ornament, connecting links, and an adjustable hook fastening.

The central ornament is a roughly circular medallion which consists of a large triangular sapphire surrounded by emeralds, garnets, and green glass. The three pendant chains hanging from the medallion once held pearls.

The connecting links of the belt are formed by 23 square gold settings holding hold coins framed by green glass. The coins were issued by several Roman Emperors in the late 300s AD.

Image from The J. Paul Getty Museum via their online collection: 83.AM.224

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Salvador Allende appoints new Chief of the Chilean armed forces - Augusto Pinochet, 1973. 

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Thousands of prisoners of WWII. Uman pit. 1941

Thousands of prisoners of WWII. Uman pit. 1941