It seems to be a old story, but it was new for me: Last year the US Army recruited indigenous people from reserves in canada by sending recruiters to them. For indians in difficult social situations the army seems to be a appreciated income and a chance for education. I wouldn't dare to call this scandalous, but it reminds me of the actions done by colonial missionaries or the unfair working conditions of caoutchouc collectors in the brazilian rainforests in the 19th century, as probably now again the problematic social situations of the indigenous people is exploited. A bad taste remains and the incertitude, how to ethically judge this. Read more (in german) at Telepolis.

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I can't remember if posted yet, but I found a sensational archive of historic maps. You can find and download the maps drawn between app. 1830 and 1850. The Americas, Australia, Asia, Europe, Africa, various detailed regions and states of throughout the world - if someone shouldn't be satisfied by just having them virtually on the computer you can also buy them printed on linen. Thanxxx to Hamburg.de !!! (in German and English!)

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