Wanted a temporary leader why not allow uhtred and aethelflaed marry and rule temporarily until one of the ealdermen’s children comes of age? Is a marriage too permanent or something?
Just before 7th August 917 AD Æþelflæd, Lady of the Mercians, took Derby by storm and routed the Viking invaders there. Æþelflæd had been the Mercian leader since the death of her husband, Æþelred in 911 AD and had spent the intervening years building a number of defensive fortifications (burhs) on the borders of Mercia. Meanwhile her brother Edward the Elder was also building fortifications and beginning to push further into Danelaw territory. Once Æþelflæd had completed her defensive burhs she moved to take territory back, in the face of invasion by three Viking armies. She besieged Derby at the end of July and captured it by 7th August (probably the Vikings actually used the old Roman fort of Derventio nearby). Meanwhile her brother Edward attacked Colchester in Essex. The campaign was militarily successful but Æþelflæd lost four of her friends in the fighting. The Anglo-Saxon Chronicle explains:
“This year, before Lammas, Aethelflaed, lady of the Mercians, God helping her, got possession of the fortress which is called Derby, with all that owed obedience thereto; and there also were slain, within the gates, four of her thanes, which to her was a cause of sorrow.”
From this beginning Æþelflæd started to move towards Leicester and to negotiate an alliance to take York; the local inhabitants of the Danish kingdom were not all enthusiastic about the Norse Viking invasions. Her untimely death in 918 AD means we shall never know how much more successful she may have been.
Image: Mercia and the Danish Five Boroughs 912 AD, Robin Boulby, derivative work: Hoodinski, CC BY-SA 3.0
To say the corporate lineage and history of Karuizawa Distillery is complicated is an understatement. But most websites tend to gloss over the history or don't go into enough detail to satisfy a true J-whisky nerd. Stefan Van Eycken's Whisky Rising, The Definitive Guide to the Finest Whiskies and Distillers of Japan does a fantastic job of detailing Japanese whisky history, including the lineage of Karuizawa.
But instead of referencing a lengthy text I wanted to condense the material down to a page or two tops that hits on just the most critical and interesting details/factoids. I wrote out the below for my personal notes, but happy to share here. Credit for all of the details are owed to Mr. Eycken's work. I highly recommend buying the book!
Corporate Summary for Sanraku:
Showa Shuzou (1934)
Sanraku Shuzou Co. Ltd. (1949)
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Kawasaki Distillery (1958-1987(?))
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Yamanashi Distillery (1961-1964; 1967-1969)
Corporate Summary for Daikoku/Ocean:
Daikoku Budoshu Co. Ltd. (1934)
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Shiojiri Distillery (1952-1955)
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Karuizawa Distillery (1955-2000)
Ocean Whisky Co. Ltd. (1961)
Corporate Summary for the merged entity:
Sanraku-Ocean Co. Ltd. (1962)
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Karuizawa
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Yamanashi
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Kawasaki
Sanraku Co. Ltd. (1985)
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Karuizawa
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Kawasaki (briefly, if at all)
Mercian Co. Ltd. (1990)
- Karuizawa
Acquired by Kirin Beer Co. Ltd. (2006)
Narrative/Detail
Showa Shuzou: License acquired in 1935 to produce alcohol for sake. A shochu distillery was setup in 1946 (Yashiro Factory). In 1947 another was setup in Kawasaki; the Kawasaki Distillery was the first to produce “whisky” (initial release of Sun Luck Whisky) (not truly malt whisky; note 3rd grade whisky in this era could contain 0% malted grains). Whisky accounted for 0.1% of business. Renamed in 1949 to Sanraku Shuzou.
Sanraku Shuzou: began producing malt whisky at the Kawasaki Distillery in 1958. Sun Luck Gold released in 1959. Company acquired beer maker Nisshin Brewery Co. and wine maker Mercian in 1961. That same year, Yamanashi Distillery was created to focus on malt whisky.
Daikoku Budoshu: Some whisky was produced in the late 1940s & early 1950s despite not having a malt whisky distillery (all 3rd grade), though a deal was struck with Yoichi where some Daikoku neutral spirits were traded for Yoichi malt whisky: so early Ocean Whisky may contain trace amounts of Yoichi. In 1952, a license
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Here's my article on the 9th century King of Gwynedd in Wales, Merfyn Frych - I realised there are absolutely no accessible, accurate online resources on him so I made one! Let me know if you enjoy - or have any issues!
Proud of all of you, plus all you Euro apes buying GME with pretend stimmy in solidarity. This is truly a global effort 🇺🇸🇬🇧🇳🇱🇩🇪 apologies if I left your flag out... feel free to post your flag up to represent!
1 MERCIAN REGIMENT, British Arma 3 Semi-Realism/Semi-Professional Military Simulation Unit.
The Mercian Regiment (Cheshire, Worcesters and Foresters, and Staffords) is an infantry regiment of the British Army, which is recruited from five of the counties that formed the ancient kingdom of Mercia. Known as 'The Heart of England's Infantry', it was formed on 1 September 2007 by the amalgamation of 3 existing regiments. The Regiment has had eight operational deployments since its formation.
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We plan to have a professional structure while in training and combat scenarios but also have banter outside the fight within this community.
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Civilian/Military/Government Interaction, some of our Missions, Operations, and Deployments will have our soldiers meeting authentic personalities which further immerse them into the story that is being told, who you meet may even change the course of the battle.
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Session 3 episode 1
As we know in our timeline, Mercia, after several revolts from their Client Kingdoms during the Mercian Supremacy, Was able to fully incorporate the Kingdoms into their domain. Soon after, The Mercians were able to march a great army, aided by mercenaries from Scandinavia, north of the River Humber and conquered Northumbria in 817.
Had Coenwulf the Great failed to conquer Northumbria, What would’ve happened to Mercia? Would they have kept control over the Former kingdoms, Or would they lose them? Or would they fall to Northumbrians?
And what of the Invasion of the Great Heathen Army in 865? Would they be able to repel them like in our timeline, Or would the Scandinavians be able to take the Throne and unite England?
So I took the criticism from my previous fanmade skin concept: Don't do high fantasy.I still added some fantasy to it but I got inspiration from celtic/viking armors, so it fits better in Albion.Hope you guys like it!
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Lheoden in Albion ^^
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1 MERCIAN REGIMENT, British Arma 3 Semi-Realism/Semi-Professional Military Simulation Unit.
The Mercian Regiment (Cheshire, Worcesters and Foresters, and Staffords) is an infantry regiment of the British Army, which is recruited from five of the counties that formed the ancient kingdom of Mercia. Known as 'The Heart of England's Infantry', it was formed on 1 September 2007 by the amalgamation of 3 existing regiments. The Regiment has had eight operational deployments since its formation.
What's this Military Simulation Unit all about?
This Milsim Unit is built upon the foundation of enjoying Milsim within a Semi-Professional environment with like-minded players and a friendly staff team, we strive to be a well established and organized community which partakes in various Training, Operations, Deployments, and Community Events which will take our members through realistic training and well-built Zeus operations giving them a unique experience playing Arma 3.
We plan to have a professional structure while in training and combat scenarios but also have banter outside the fight within this community.
Reasons to enlist with 1MERC:
-
Simplistic Recruitment System, simply fill in a short Enlistment Form, and once accepted you're good to go.
-
Useful Training, our Combat Infantry Course provides you the knowledge you'll need to fight and survive within the virtual warzone, already know your stuff? you may only need a refresher to our specific style of training before being qualified as a full member of the group.
-
Additional Training, where possible we like to teach new skills including additional weapon platforms to train on or even new trades which will include Recce Platoon, Mortars, Aviation, and Snipers in the future as we continue to expand.
-
Future Deployments, we are planning for advanced Deployments in the future ran by our Dedicated Zeus who has years of experience creating a whole story for the Unit to follow, who knows what is to come.
-
Civilian/Military/Government Interaction, some of our Missions, Operations, and Deployments will have our soldiers meeting authentic personalities which further immerse them into the story that is being told, who you meet may even change the course of the battle.
-
Specialised Modpack, our Modpack is made with lots of well-known Mods and has been built to ensure the Unit is well equipped for vari
1 MERCIAN REGIMENT, British Arma 3 Semi-Realism/Semi-Professional Military Simulation Unit.
The Mercian Regiment (Cheshire, Worcesters and Foresters, and Staffords) is an infantry regiment of the British Army, which is recruited from five of the counties that formed the ancient kingdom of Mercia. Known as 'The Heart of England's Infantry', it was formed on 1 September 2007 by the amalgamation of 3 existing regiments. The Regiment has had eight operational deployments since its formation.
What's this Military Simulation Unit all about?
This Milsim Unit is built upon the foundation of enjoying Milsim within a Semi-Professional environment with like-minded players and a friendly staff team, we strive to be a well established and organized community which partakes in various Training, Operations, Deployments, and Community Events which will take our members through realistic training and well-built Zeus operations giving them a unique experience playing Arma 3.
We plan to have a professional structure while in training and combat scenarios but also have banter outside the fight within this community.
Reasons to enlist with 1MERC:
-
Simplistic Recruitment System, simply fill in a short Enlistment Form, and once accepted you're good to go.
-
Useful Training, our Combat Infantry Course provides you the knowledge you'll need to fight and survive within the virtual warzone, already know your stuff? you may only need a refresher to our specific style of training before being qualified as a full member of the group.
-
Additional Training, where possible we like to teach new skills including additional weapon platforms to train on or even new trades which will include Recce Platoon, Mortars, Aviation, and Snipers in the future as we continue to expand.
-
Future Deployments, we are planning for advanced Deployments in the future ran by our Dedicated Zeus who has years of experience creating a whole story for the Unit to follow, who knows what is to come.
-
Civilian/Military/Government Interaction, some of our Missions, Operations, and Deployments will have our soldiers meeting authentic personalities which further immerse them into the story that is being told, who you meet may even change the course of the battle.
-
Specialised Modpack, our Modpack is made with lots of well-known Mods and has been built to ensure the Unit is well equipped for variou
1 MERCIAN REGIMENT, British Arma 3 Semi-Realism/Semi-Professional Military Simulation Unit.
The Mercian Regiment (Cheshire, Worcesters and Foresters, and Staffords) is an infantry regiment of the British Army, which is recruited from five of the counties that formed the ancient kingdom of Mercia. Known as 'The Heart of England's Infantry', it was formed on 1 September 2007 by the amalgamation of 3 existing regiments. The Regiment has had eight operational deployments since its formation.
What's this Military Simulation Unit all about?
This Milsim Unit is built upon the foundation of enjoying Milsim within a Semi-Professional environment with like-minded players and a friendly staff team, we strive to be a well established and organized community which partakes in various Training, Operations, Deployments, and Community Events which will take our members through realistic training and well-built Zeus operations giving them a unique experience playing Arma 3.
We plan to have a professional structure while in training and combat scenarios but also have banter outside the fight within this community.
Reasons to enlist with 1MERC:
-
Simplistic Recruitment System, simply fill in a short Enlistment Form, and once accepted you're good to go.
-
Useful Training, our Combat Infantry Course provides you the knowledge you'll need to fight and survive within the virtual warzone, already know your stuff? you may only need a refresher to our specific style of training before being qualified as a full member of the group.
-
Additional Training, where possible we like to teach new skills including additional weapon platforms to train on or even new trades which will include Recce Platoon, Mortars, Aviation, and Snipers in the future as we continue to expand.
-
Future Deployments, we are planning for advanced Deployments in the future ran by our Dedicated Zeus who has years of experience creating a whole story for the Unit to follow, who knows what is to come.
-
Civilian/Military/Government Interaction, some of our Missions, Operations, and Deployments will have our soldiers meeting authentic personalities which further immerse them into the story that is being told, who you meet may even change the course of the battle.
-
Specialised Modpack, our Modpack is made with lots of well-known Mods and has been built to ensure the Unit is well equipped for vari
