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The crew of a food aid flotilla intending to sail to Gaza is preparing for a brutal attack by Israeli forces. https://consortiumnews.com/2024/04/24/will-the-freedom-flotilla-sail-to-gaza/

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Stopping the slaughter in Gaza Is more important than your feelings. Good notes from Caitlin. https://caitlinjohnstone.com.au/2024/04/24/stopping-the-slaughter-in-gaza-is-more-important-than-your-feel... View More

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Today in Texas History On the trail to Texas independence. Apr 24, 1836 – Today was a day of rest for that portion of the Mexican Army that was defeated at San Jacinto. Generals José de Urrea and Vi... View More

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Great show from Russell Brand. Be sure to watch and share. Stay free. https://rumble.com/v4qvse0-liar-liar-man-on-fire-media-misrepresents-fire-protestors-actions-stay-free.html

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The killing goes on as the US government looks the other way. https://thecradle.co/articles-id/24506

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Today in Texas History On the trail to Texas independence. (Yet another long one.) Apr 22, 1836 - Don Miguel Aguirre, the captain of the Tampico Regiment that was acting as General Santa Anna’s gua... View MoreToday in Texas History On the trail to Texas independence. (Yet another long one.) Apr 22, 1836 - Don Miguel Aguirre, the captain of the Tampico Regiment that was acting as General Santa Anna’s guards arrived in General Vincente Filisola’s camp on the Brazos River at Old Fort with the news of the total destruction of the Mexican army at San Jacinto. Aguirre was wounded in his escape. A few soldiers and domestics also arrived and confirmed the news. Filisola was unsure about marching to Santa Anna’s aid (if Santa Anna was still alive) and risk the death of all Mexican prisoners by the Texian’s hands. The alternative was to pull back to the Colorado River and request instructions from Mexico City. The Mexican Army was spread out over twelve leagues along the Brazos River from Old Fort to Brazoria where Urrea had arrived that morning. First, Filisola had to concentrate the army and then decide which course of action to take. Sergeant J.A. Sylvester and his men, Joel W. Robinson, Joseph D. Vermillion, Alfred H. Miles, and David Cole, found a Mexican private hiding in tall grass near Vince’s Bayou. As Sylvester and his men took their captive back to the Texan camp, they realized he was more than just a common soldier. The captured Mexicans, held in a makeshift stockade, recognized the new prisoner. Many stood at attention while others cried “El Presidente!” Along with the Mexican cannon, dubbed "The Golden Standard," the Twin Sisters were stationed at the prisoner-of-war camp in a threatening manner. From the dispatches of Colonel Alexander Horton, Sam Houston's aide-de-camp: "The troops combed the area for Mexican soldiers who had escaped the carnage and capture yesterday evening. Stragglers came in all day long. Many were lone soldiers who had been captured, then given a paper and told to report to the prisoner-of-war camp. Some were escorted in. As one group arrived the Mexican prisoners became excited and began yelling "General, General." James Sylvester of Colonel Sherman’s company from Kentucky had spied a Mexican walking east of Vince’s bridge and with the help of Messrs. Alfred H. Miles, Joseph Vermillion and Charles P. Thompson apprehended him. There was later some confusion as to who else was present. Joel W. Robison and Sion R. Bostick were possibly nearby. David Cole and Anderson Barclay would later also claimed to have been there. But Sylvester delivered the prisoner to the camp guard and left before the identity was revealed. Houston sent for Sylvester and acknowledged that it was he who captured Santa Anna. "Santa Anna was quickly taken to Sam Houston where he formally surrendered to the injured Houston. Translators were brought in and a somewhat cordial conversation ensued. The troops were urging Houston to let them string Santa Anna up for the atrocities he had committed but Houston obviously felt that Santa Anna was more important, and useful, as a prisoner than a corpse. A tent was set up nearby for Santa Anna with sufficient guards to prevent his escape, or harm coming to him. "The captured Mexican troops feared that they would be murdered but soon realized that was not to be. The wounded were treated. Blankets and a fire were provided. However, Santa Anna would not allow them to bury their dead brethren. "The day was also spent in collecting 'the spoils of war.' Colonel John Forbes was to make an accounting and then Houston would determine a disposition. It is rumored that most of it would be auctioned off and the money distributed to the men. A portion was to be given to the Texas Navy since they were effective in preventing supplies from reaching the Mexican Army." The fighting for freedom was over and the building of a new nation was just beginning. Although a prisoner-of-war and officially with no authority, Mexican General Santa Anna instructed second in command General Filisola to withdraw the 2,500 troops stationed on the Brazos River. Filisola did not have to honor the orders, but because of Santa Anna’s forceful reputation, he acquiesced. As was noted at the time, God smiled on Texas and caused such a rain that the retreating Mexican Army got stuck in the mud along the San Bernard River. By the time they dug their way out and crossed the Colorado River, they had lost the will to continue to fight. For those that would like to read more about the events, see Stephen Moore’s "18 Minutes" and then Gregg Dimmick’s "Sea of Mud". The consequences of that freedom changed world history. Because of the small 18 minute battle, eventually approximately one million square miles of land changed hands from Mexico to the United States. The results elevated that event, located in Harris County, just a few miles from San Jacinto, and enshrined the Battle of San Jacinto as one of the most important battles in world history. The United States completed its westward expansion and became a bi-coastal nation. From that position it was able to build itself into a world power. That’s a Texas fact, not a Texas myth. As the next few days progressed, officials from Mexico and the new Republic of Texas negotiated the Treaty of Velasco. Texas soldiers took Santa Anna to Velasco so he could sign the treaty, which recognized the independence of Texas. The Treaties of Velasco were two documents signed at Velasco, Texas (now Surfside Beach, Texas) on May 14, 1836, between Antonio López de Santa Anna of Mexico and the Republic of Texas. Texas officials then sent Santa Anna back to Mexico via the United States. He fought the French in 1838, losing a leg in battle, and led the Mexican army to defeat in the U.S.-Mexican War (Apr 25, 1846 – Feb 2, 1848). He remained in and out of the Mexican limelight - sometimes in exile in Cuba - until retiring in 1874 to write his memoirs in Mexico City. Pictures: the painting "The Surrender of Santa Anna" by William Henry Huddle. Other important historical figures shown in the painting include General Sam Houston, the famous Texas scout Erastus "Deaf" Smith (bottom right with rifle), Secretary of War Thomas Jefferson Rusk (leaning against tree), and Colonel Mirabeau B. Lamar (behind Rusk), who later became the second president of the Republic of Texas. The original painting hangs at the Texas Capitol.

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George Galloway’s Mother Of All Talk Shows will be shown live Sunday April 21 at 2PM Eastern Time. And you can call in your questions for free! Be sure to watch and share. https://www.youtube.com/watc... View More

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April 21, 2024 8:54 am

How your tax dollars support unnecessary wars and line the pockets of war profiteers and congressmen. Be sure to watch and share. https://rumble.com/v4qca18-what-nancy-pelosi-just-earned-from-the-war-... View More

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April 21, 2024 7:46 am

Happy San Jacinto Day!!

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April 21, 2024 5:00 am

Sometimes the best man for the job is a woman. https://geopoliticaleconomy.substack.com/p/jill-stein-president-green-party

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April 21, 2024 1:15 am

Today in Texas History On the trail to Texas independence. (Another really long one) ... View MoreToday in Texas History On the trail to Texas independence. (Another really long one) April 21, 1836 - The Battle of San Jacinto General Vincente Filisola and the main Mexican Army camped at Thompson’s Ferry with 1,408 men. General José de Urrea with 1,165 men left Mrs. Powell’s home at 4 a.m. and arrived at Columbia at 4 p.m., which was deserted. He then marched to its port (La Puerta) two miles distance. General Martín Perfecto de Cós arrives with 500 reinforcements to aid Santa Anna. Not long after the Mexican reinforcements arrived, Houston ordered Erastus “Deaf” Smith to destroy Vince's Bridge, 5 mi (8 km) away, to slow down any further Mexican reinforcements At 4 p.m. the Texians began creeping quietly through the tall grass, including members of Company C commanded by Captain Jesse Billingsley, pulling the cannon behind them. The Texian cannon fired at 4:30, beginning the battle of San Jacinto. The Twin Sisters were towed by rawhide ropes by the cannon crew to the rise that separated the two armies. On the command, the Twins opened fire. They were used "with terrible affect" on the Mexican Army. After a single volley, Texians broke ranks and swarmed over the Mexican breastworks to engage in hand-to-hand combat. Mexican soldiers were taken by surprise. Santa Anna, Castrillón, and Almonte yelled often conflicting orders, attempting to organize their men into some form of defense. Within 18 minutes, Mexican soldiers abandoned their campsite and fled for their lives. The killing lasted for hours. Houston and Rusk, attempted to stop the slaughter, but they were unable to gain control of the men. Texians continued to chant "Remember the Alamo! Remember Goliad!" while frightened Mexican infantry yelled "Me no Alamo!" and begged for mercy to no avail. In what historian Davis called "one of the most one-sided victories in history", 650 Mexican soldiers were killed and 300 captured. Eleven Texians died, with 30 others, including Houston, wounded. Although Santa Anna's troops had been thoroughly vanquished, they did not represent the bulk of the Mexican army in Texas. An additional 4,000 troops remained under the commands of General José de Urrea and General Vicente Filisola. Texians had won the battle due to mistakes made by Santa Anna, and Houston was well aware that his troops would have little hope of repeating their victory against Urrea or Filisola. As darkness fell, a large group of prisoners were led into camp. Houston initially mistook the group for Mexican reinforcements and shouted out that all was lost. Sam Houston was wounded, shattering an ankle during the battle. Historians disagree on which one, however. Some accounts say it was his right ankle such as Marshall DeBruhl's 1993 biography "Sword of San Jacinto," inspired by the 200th anniversary of Sam Houston's March 2, 1793 birth date, stated: "As he went down, he felt an unbearable pain in his right ankle. It had been shattered by a musket ball. Ignoring the wound he mounted yet another horse and rode on, his boot filling with blood." Others insist it was his left ankle. Sam Houston State University, where Trace Guthrie's smaller 1979 statue of Sam Houston resides, that is also in the university's official seal, has his cane in the left hand. In addition, there are several painting of Houston resting against an oak tree with his left ankle bandaged. From the dispatches of Alexander Horton, Sam Houston's aide-de-camp: "Our Commander slept unusually late this morning, well after the 6 a.m. sunrise. At about 10 a.m. Mexican General Cós arrived with 400 men. He had left 100 men at the difficult Sims Bayou crossing moving the baggage and ammunition across. The camp was all excited that the Mexicans now had fresh troops which might affect the outcome of the inevitable battle. Houston attempted to down play the event, saying that it was a rouse. Houston claimed that Santa Anna had sent a company out under cover and then marched them into camp with great fanfare to discourage the Texians. "Unbeknownst to the camp, Deaf Smith approached Houston for permission to destroy Vince’s bridge in order to impede any additional re-enforcements. Houston agreed and told him to return quickly. At noon Houston called the first Council of War for the campaign. Houston, Rusk and 8 officers discussed the options. A senior ranking officers were against attacking the Mexicans that day, but rather wait for the Mexicans to attack the Texian’s defendable position. The younger officers want to attack immediately. Houston made no decision and dismissed the meeting at 2 p.m. "Houston felt that a surprise attack in the afternoon might be victorious. It had been observed that Santa Anna had allowed Cós’ men to rest, had permitted the rest of the camp to take lunch and a siesta, had allowed the cavalry to unsaddle their horses to water and feed them and best of all, Santa Anna had failed to post sentries to watch the Texian camp. Houston could form up his army in a low impression in front of his camp without being seen by the Mexican Army. The army could march to within 200 yards of the Mexican breastworks without being spotted. The element of surprise was in his favor. "At 3 p.m. Houston announced that all companies should be assembled for battle. At 3:30 a line, two men deep, spread out 900 yards in the gulley in front of the camp. Houston visited with each company. At 4 p.m. he issued the order to "Trail Arms! Forward!" Sidney Sherman was in charge of the second brigade on the left flank. Edward Burleson commanded the first brigade on Sherman’s right. In the center the Twin Sisters advanced with protection provided by Millard’s Regular troops. On the right flank newly promoted Lamar lead the cavalry. "At 4:30 p.m. Sherman’s men invaded the camp of General Cós’ resting troops. Panic quickly developed among the Mexican soldiers and they rushed behind the breastworks for protection. That flood of soldiers disrupted the orderly assembly of the main body of the Mexican Army. About that moment the rest of the Texian Army crested the ridge and began firing randomly which shouting "Remember the Alamo" and "Remember Goliad." To the professional Mexican soldiers it appeared as if they were being attacked by savages. The Twin Sisters began pumping canister shot into the midst of the Mexican camp. The Mexican cannon got off three shots before its crew was killed. Santa Anna emerged from his tent to witness chaos and confusion. He quickly realized the battle was lost and mounted a nearby horse to escape. He knew Filisola had approximately 2,500 troops near Old Fort and Santa Anna took the road back to Filisola by way of Harrisburg. His cavalry followed. Without effective leaders the Mexican infantry broke and ran. The Texians crossed the Mexican breastworks in about 18 minutes as the leaderless infantry scattered. "Although Houston called for his men to stop, the battle had been won, he was generally ignored as the Texian volunteers sought to extract revenge for their fallen comrades at the Alamo and at Goliad. By sunset about 6 p.m. some 600 Mexicans died. Those that surrendered were guarded by officers. Meanwhile Santa Anna’s escape was impeded by the destruction of Vince’s Bridge. Most of the Mexican cavalry had been shot en route to Vince’s and Santa Anna and three others went into hiding among bushes at dusk." The Lone Star Republic -Don Gray, reporting from the confluence of the San Jacinto River and Buffalo Bayou, April 21, 1836 MEXICAN ARMY REINFORCEMENTS ARRIVE, HOUSTON SUBMITS HIS BATTLE PLAN FOR APPROVAL About nine o'clock this morning Sam Houston learned that Mexican Army General Martín Perfecto de Cos had crossed Vince's Bridge earlier in the morning with about 540 troops and had swelled the enemy forces to about 1,500. Houston then ordered Erastus (Deaf) Smith to destroy the bridge and prevent further enemy reinforcements. The move would prevent the retreat of either the Texans or the Mexicans towards Harrisburg. General Cos is a son-in-law to Santa Anna. The “Siege of Bexar” ended in December 1835 when Cos surrendered control of the Alamo to Texan forces and returned in shame to Mexico after promising to take not further steps against a return to the Mexican Constitution of 1824. Cos almost immediately returned to Texas and commanded a unit of troops at the Battle of the Alamo in March 1836. His role at the Battle of the Alamo was in contrast to his prior promise to not take steps to oppose a return to the Constitution of 1824. Shortly before noon today, Houston held a council of war with Edward Burleson, Sidney Sherman, Henry W. Millard, Alexander Somervell, Joseph L. Bennett, and Lysander Wells. Two of the officers suggested attacking the enemy in his position; the others favored waiting Santa Anna's attack (with Santa Anna’s attack expected to be on April 22). Houston withheld his own views at the council. However, following the council, Houston prepared a written plan of battle and submitted it to Secretary of War Thomas J. Rusk for approval. Details of Houston’s battle plan are not yet known. The plans are awaiting approval by Rusk. Options would likely include the Texans attacking on April 21 or 22, or waiting to defend the attack of the Mexican Army on possibly April 22. -Don Gray

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April 19, 2024 12:33 am

Today in Texas History On the trail to Texas independence. Apr 19, 1836 - General Antonio López de Santa Anna is still at New Washington. He sent Captain Miguel Barragan with some dragoons to check ... View MoreToday in Texas History On the trail to Texas independence. Apr 19, 1836 - General Antonio López de Santa Anna is still at New Washington. He sent Captain Miguel Barragan with some dragoons to check out the Lynchburg Crossing. Meanwhile supplies were being loaded onto a boat to float to Lynch’s in anticipation of the Mexican Army crossing at that point. Colonel Juan N. Almonte went to repair a boat at the house of Mr. Jacob Routh. General Vincente Filisola was moving troops over at Old Fort to the east side of the Brazos River. General Antonio Gaona arrived at Old Fort. Urrea camped on the San Bernard in anticipation of crossing and moving on Brazoria. The Interim Texas Government is located at Galveston. Word was received that Houston had arrived at Harrisburg with the Texian Army in pursuit of Santa Anna. The business of the republic was conducted on the Cayuga, the temporary capitol. The Cayuga was an eighty-eight-ton side-wheeler, 96'11" long, 17'4" wide, and 5'4" deep. She had one deck, two boilers, a high-compression engine, a cabin on deck, a plain head, and a pointed stern. From the dispatches of Alexander Horton, Sam Houston's aide-de-camp: "This morning the army began crossing Buffalo bayou about a half mile below the remaining rear guard camp. An old ferryboat was repaired using the flooring from a nearby cabin that was owned by Isaac Batterson. It’s main use was to transport the cannons across, weapons and ammunition, and what men that did not swim or ride their horses across. The landing on the opposite shore was a few paces below the mouth of Sims’ bayou. The crossing took the greater part of the daylight and the army was on the move by dusk. Near the bridge over Vince’s bayou Santa Anna had camped a few days earlier and his extinct campfires were in evidence. The march continued along the very wet, muddy plain, following the tracks of the enemy, for another couple of miles. The army was allowed to rest at a small ravine in the open prairie. While it was not a camp in the conventional sense of the word, some of the men took the opportunity to set fires and cook what game and cattle could be conveniently had nearby. Others cleaned their weapons while I composed this report. Few slept. "Ahead of us is the despotic serpent of Mexico. Behind us is the balance of his merciless army. There is no turning back from this course of action. Blood will flow. Our just cause, and a passion for vengeance, will give us the strength to strike this blow for freedom. All will be gained, or lost, soon." The Lone Star Republic -Don Gray, reporting from the Harrisburg, Texas, April 19, 1836 TEXAS ARMY IS ON SANTA ANNA’S TRAIL A determined Texas Army marched through the looted and burned out remains of Harrisburg today, the former temporary capital of the Republic of Texas, in route to soon do battle with the Mexican Army. Sources report that Sam Houston, age 43, now has positive information that Santa Anna is in charge of the troops that left Harrisburg in ruins. Santa Anna’s troops are reportedly crossing Buffalo Bayou into the San Jacinto area. An officer close to Houston says “There are only one or two ways in or out of the swamp there, and that is what Houston has been waiting for”. Houston has been maneuvering carefully and cautiously, despite the urgings of his troops and officers to stand and fight the numerically superior Mexican Army. Santa Anna has about 1,200 troops now with him, and another 4,800 troops nearby but split into two other units. Santa Anna’s total troops, some 6,000 strong are split into three units to try an encircle Houston’s army. Houston has been waiting for just this moment in hopes of first doing battle with the unit containing Santa Anna. If Houston plays it right, he may be able to get Santa Anna’s unit pinned with their backs against the bayou and with the two other units too far away to render immediate aid. -Don Gray

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Greg Casaretto

April 20, 2024 12:47 am

This is a long one. Maybe consider grabbing a cup of coffee first. Today in Texas History On the trail to Texas independence.... View MoreThis is a long one. Maybe consider grabbing a cup of coffee first. Today in Texas History On the trail to Texas independence. Apr 20, 1836 - Captain Miguel Barragan brought the news to General Antonio López de Santa Anna at 8 a.m. that Houston was in the area. The Mexican army was preparing to march and had torched the warehouse on the wharf & all houses. Santa Anna was surprised at the news about Houston and recklessly rushed to the head of the column, running over troops and pack animals. At 2 p.m. the Mexican Army came in sight of the Texian camp. The Texians were camped in a wooded area with only the two small cannon visible. The initial confrontation began as an artillery duel. Mexican skirmishers tried to engage the Texian troops, but were unsuccessful. Realizing that there would not be a battle that day, Santa Anna set up camp in what was determined to be an unsuitable location. Colonel Pedro Delgado was left in charge of the cannon, but his pack animals were confiscated to bring up the troops gear. The Texian cavalry attempted to capture the exposed cannon, but the Mexican dragoons drove them off. About 5 p.m., the cannonade and the cavalry duel ended and the armies retired for the evening. General Vincente Filisola and most of the other generals in the field were at Old Fort. General José de Urrea marched from the San Bernard to the home of Mrs. Powell and camped there. The Interim Texas government continued its business at Galveston on board the Cayuga, the temporary capitol. President David G. Burnet again sent word to Houston urging him to attack Santa Anna. From the dispatches of Colonel Alexander Horton, General Sam Houston's aide-de-camp: "Scarcely were the fires set last night when the call to march was received. We marched into the rising sun and reached Lynch’s ferry to learn that the enemy had not crossed. We withdrew to a high wooded ridge about a half-mile back and set up camp. Our scouts encountered a contingency of lancers and banished them in gallant style. It was learned that Generalissimo Santa Anna has put New Washington to the torch and is headed in our direction. "Contact has been made with the villainous enemy that struck down our brothers at the Alamo and at Goliad. The main body of our army was concealed in the timber along Buffalo bayou so as to deny Santa Anna the knowledge of our true strength. Col. James Neill commanded our two cannons and from a forward position exchanged fire with the lone Mexican cannon of superior caliber. Col. Neill was wounded (replaced by Col. G.W. Hockley) and the Mexican piece was damaged and one of her artillerymen wounded. Col. Sherman advanced with the cavalry in an attempt to capture the disabled Mexican cannon, but was driven back by Mexican Dragoons. Private Mirabeau Lamar made a valiant defense, which spared the life of our beloved Secretary of War, Thomas Rusk. General Houston honored Lamar by elevating him to commander of the cavalry. Since both Houston and Santa Anna declined to present their full armies to the engagement, the skirmish ended and the Mexican army withdrew to establish its camp. "The demand for vengeance and the small victorious moments today has elevated the spirits of the men. It will be hard to keep them calm tonight as surely a decisive battle will be waged tomorrow." The Lone Star Republic -Don Gray, reporting from the confluence of the San Jacinto River and Buffalo Bayou, April 20, 1836 SANTA ANNA AND SAM HOUSTON READY TO BATTLE! Today Santa Anna and some 1,000 troops within his Mexican Army crossed Vince’s Bridge near San Jacinto Bay and made camp on an open plain between two wooded bayous. They are camped with their backs to a large swamp. Since Vince’s Bridge is the only way off of the plain, it appears that Santa Anna is confident of his success and is not concerned about planning an exit strategy. The single bridge renders a hasty exit impossible. It is believed that some 500 Mexican reinforcements will arrive tomorrow morning to strengthen Santa Anna’s unit. Scouts report that Santa Anna also has some additional 2,500 troops near the Brazos River, a two days march away from Santa Anna. When asked why the Texas Army does not attack prior to the arrival of the 500 reinforcements, Houston replied “Why take two bites out of the same cherry?” Apparently Houston thinks that is better to attack 1,500 troops at once instead of in separate actions (i.e., “bites”). Houston’s aides added that Houston is concerned over the 500 reinforcements possibly arriving from the rear of the Texas Army while the Texas Army is battling Santa Anna’s unit. Houston feels it is important to have all 1,500 of the Mexican troops in front of him than at the front and rear. Thus, Houston opts to delay attack until after the arrival of Santa Anna’s 500 reinforcements. The 2,500 reinforcements near the Brazos River are not a concern since they are two days away from rendering aid to Santa Anna. Spies report that those with Santa Anna spent a part of the day preparing defensive positions for the forthcoming battle. It appears there is much work left to be done at Santa Anna’s camp, suggesting that April 21 will be used by the Mexican Army to complete their fortifications in preparation for battle possibly on the morning of April 22. -Don Gray

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