So, whose side are you on? The British defending their empire, or the Americans protecting their homeland? Choose your team now, and let’s see if your opinion holds up as we explore the wild and ridiculous story of The Pig War! Are you ready to pick a side?
I can't believe that this happend and so close to where I grew up in port angeles wa and yes in that times money 100 dollars for an unkempt pig that runs a muck and steals farmers crops is way to much what is that like 10.000 in today's money
Hello! We're excited to hear that you're interested in the fascinating history of the Pig War, especially since it occurred so close to your hometown of Port Angeles, WA. This event is indeed a strange and intriguing part of our history. Let’s break down your questions and comments: **The Value of $100 Then vs. Now:** You’re right; $100 in the mid-1800s was a significant amount of money. To put it in perspective, $100 in 1859 would be roughly equivalent to $3,000 to $3,500 today. While it may not equal $10,000, it was still a considerable sum, especially for a pig! **The Escalation:** It’s remarkable that a single pig could spark an international conflict between two powerful nations. However, that’s exactly what happened! Tensions over territorial disputes escalated, and the pig incident served as the catalyst that could have led to much larger conflict. **The Local Connection:** It’s amazing how history unfolds in our own backyards. With the San Juan Islands located so close to Port Angeles, this story becomes even more compelling. We’re glad you find this event as captivating as we do!
The Falkland Islands are the same silliness on a larger scale. Difference is Argentina is an unstable proto democracy that tilts into authoritarianism every dozen years or so and the islanders are used to the stability of being part of Britain, albeit 8,000 miles from Britain.
Hello there! Thank you for bringing up this interesting point. The situation with the Falkland Islands is indeed complex and has some historical parallels, but it also differs significantly from the Pig War. Let’s explore the key aspects: **Historical Context**: The Falkland Islands have been a subject of dispute between Argentina and Britain for centuries. Unlike the Pig War, which was a relatively minor and short-lived territorial dispute, the Falklands conflict is deeply rooted in historical claims and political dynamics. **Political Stability**: You mentioned Argentina's periods of political instability, which is true. This instability has sometimes influenced their approach to the Falklands issue. In contrast, the islanders have benefited from the stability and governance provided by being a British Overseas Territory. **Geographical Distance**: The Falkland Islands are approximately 8,000 miles from Britain. Despite this significant distance, the islanders have consistently expressed their desire to remain a British territory, as demonstrated in the 2013 referendum where an overwhelming majority voted to maintain their current status. **International Significance**: The Falklands conflict carries much greater complexity and international significance compared to the Pig War. It involves intricate issues related to self-determination, historical claims, and international law. In summary, while both situations involve territorial disputes, the Falklands issue is far more complex, rooted in historical and political dynamics. Thank you for watching and for raising this fascinating topic! Don’t forget to like, share, and subscribe for more engaging discussions on history and geography.
@Oddiverse-xxx Excellent analysis and yes, would love to see a deep dive into the Falklands conflict, I was early 20's in the UK at time and swept up in the national fervor. It was however avoidable and Thatcher attempted to cover her defense cuts error stripping the islands of naval protection and gutting the army through regimental amalgamations and reduced funding that gave the impression Britain was weak. Many small stories untold during the brief conflict, the failure to identify the well known iron deposits in the hills around the British landing site rendering the anti-aircraft missiles useless, the amateurish decision to leave a battalion of Welsh Guards undefended on an unarmed ship when an Argentine observation post was known nearby, the last minute cancelation of an SAS suicide mission to destroy Argentine aircraft in Argentina and the involvement of French mercenaries flying French aircraft armed with French missiles the Argentines weren't trained for, that did significant damage to British ships. Sadly more British and Argentine veterans of that brief war have died by suicide than died in the conflict, a testament to the harm any amount of combat exposure can cause even to professional soldiers.
So, whose side are you on? The British defending their empire, or the Americans protecting their homeland? Choose your team now, and let’s see if your opinion holds up as we explore the wild and ridiculous story of The Pig War! Are you ready to pick a side?
I can't believe that this happend and so close to where I grew up in port angeles wa and yes in that times money 100 dollars for an unkempt pig that runs a muck and steals farmers crops is way to much what is that like 10.000 in today's money
Hello! We're excited to hear that you're interested in the fascinating history of the Pig War, especially since it occurred so close to your hometown of Port Angeles, WA. This event is indeed a strange and intriguing part of our history.
Let’s break down your questions and comments:
**The Value of $100 Then vs. Now:** You’re right; $100 in the mid-1800s was a significant amount of money. To put it in perspective, $100 in 1859 would be roughly equivalent to $3,000 to $3,500 today. While it may not equal $10,000, it was still a considerable sum, especially for a pig!
**The Escalation:** It’s remarkable that a single pig could spark an international conflict between two powerful nations. However, that’s exactly what happened! Tensions over territorial disputes escalated, and the pig incident served as the catalyst that could have led to much larger conflict.
**The Local Connection:** It’s amazing how history unfolds in our own backyards. With the San Juan Islands located so close to Port Angeles, this story becomes even more compelling.
We’re glad you find this event as captivating as we do!
The Falkland Islands are the same silliness on a larger scale. Difference is Argentina is an unstable proto democracy that tilts into authoritarianism every dozen years or so and the islanders are used to the stability of being part of Britain, albeit 8,000 miles from Britain.
Hello there! Thank you for bringing up this interesting point. The situation with the Falkland Islands is indeed complex and has some historical parallels, but it also differs significantly from the Pig War. Let’s explore the key aspects:
**Historical Context**: The Falkland Islands have been a subject of dispute between Argentina and Britain for centuries. Unlike the Pig War, which was a relatively minor and short-lived territorial dispute, the Falklands conflict is deeply rooted in historical claims and political dynamics.
**Political Stability**: You mentioned Argentina's periods of political instability, which is true. This instability has sometimes influenced their approach to the Falklands issue. In contrast, the islanders have benefited from the stability and governance provided by being a British Overseas Territory.
**Geographical Distance**: The Falkland Islands are approximately 8,000 miles from Britain. Despite this significant distance, the islanders have consistently expressed their desire to remain a British territory, as demonstrated in the 2013 referendum where an overwhelming majority voted to maintain their current status.
**International Significance**: The Falklands conflict carries much greater complexity and international significance compared to the Pig War. It involves intricate issues related to self-determination, historical claims, and international law.
In summary, while both situations involve territorial disputes, the Falklands issue is far more complex, rooted in historical and political dynamics.
Thank you for watching and for raising this fascinating topic! Don’t forget to like, share, and subscribe for more engaging discussions on history and geography.
@Oddiverse-xxx Excellent analysis and yes, would love to see a deep dive into the Falklands conflict, I was early 20's in the UK at time and swept up in the national fervor. It was however avoidable and Thatcher attempted to cover her defense cuts error stripping the islands of naval protection and gutting the army through regimental amalgamations and reduced funding that gave the impression Britain was weak. Many small stories untold during the brief conflict, the failure to identify the well known iron deposits in the hills around the British landing site rendering the anti-aircraft missiles useless, the amateurish decision to leave a battalion of Welsh Guards undefended on an unarmed ship when an Argentine observation post was known nearby, the last minute cancelation of an SAS suicide mission to destroy Argentine aircraft in Argentina and the involvement of French mercenaries flying French aircraft armed with French missiles the Argentines weren't trained for, that did significant damage to British ships. Sadly more British and Argentine veterans of that brief war have died by suicide than died in the conflict, a testament to the harm any amount of combat exposure can cause even to professional soldiers.