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Paul Robeson speaks to reporters on August 28, 1949, about the riot in Peekskill where he was supposed to sing. The local KKK (yes, there was one) objected to his open admiration for Communism (as well as, no doubt, his color) and tore down the stage on which he was supposed to appear. Busloads of Harlem residents had gone to the concert, a benefit for the Harlem chapter of the Civil Rights Congress. Woody Guthrie, Pete Seeger, and Lee Hays were also on the bill. The ensuing riot injured eight people, two seriously.

Robeson asked Governor Thomas Dewey to open an investigation of the riot, but he refused.

Photo: Marty Lederhandler for the AP

#vintage New York #1940s #Marty Lederhandler #Paul Robeson #KKK #Ku Klux Klan #Aug. 28 #August 28 #28 August #28 Aug.#riot #anti-Communism #Peekskill riot

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wiiildflowerrr · 8 months

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#5sos #michael clifford #ashton irwin #5 seconds of summer #the 5sos show minneapolis #28 august #2023

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fuckthispost-andhappybirthday · 8 months

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August 28: Happy Birthday Lloid (Animal Crossing)!!!!

#lloid #lloid the gyroid #animal crossing #lloid animal crossing #happy birthday #august 28 #28 august #fuck this post and happy birthday

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dateinthelife · 8 months

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28 August 2010

This toilet, once belonging to John Lennon, sells at auction for £9,500.

It could have been yours!

#today in the life #John Lennon #memorabilia #28 August #2010

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stairnaheireann · 8 months

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#OTD in Irish History | 28 August:

1710 – A board of trustees for linen manufacture is established. 1788 – Birth of poet, Sir Aubrey de Vere, in Adare, Co Limerick. 1788 – Birth of banker and philanthropist, James Digges La Touche, in Dublin. 1798 – Cornwallis reaches Athlone; Humbert entrenches in Castlebar. 1814 – Birth of novelist and journalist, Joseph Sheridan Le Fanu, in Dublin. 1815 – Mary Letitia Martin, ‘Princess of…

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rabbitcruiser · 8 months

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National Red Wine Day

Pour a lovely glass of Bordeaux, take a sip of a Cabernet Sauvignon or open a bottle of Shiraz because it’s time for National Red Wine Day!

History of National Red Wine Day

National Red Wine Day is an ideal time to take a look at the past of the red wine industry and see how it developed into modern times.

Wine’s history goes back several thousand years. It is estimated that Chinese people in the Henana province may have been the first ones to create something like red wine, perhaps around 7000 BC. This would have been a drink that was made of wild grapes as well as honey and rice as well as hawthorn fruit. The concoction was stored in clay jars with yeast on the skins causing it to be fermented.

The history of wine continues through the centuries. A recent discovery in 2007 in Armenia dates the first winery in the world at around 6100 BC. This earliest, prehistoric form of wine production took place in a cave was discovered by archaeologists from Armenia as well as Ireland.

Since ancient times, red wine has been part of many cultures throughout the world. As civilization has developed, so has the technology for growing the right grapes and turning it into this delicious beverage. Through the old world and the new world, red wine has come to be more than simply a drink, but it also symbolizes transformation, happiness and friendship, as well as sustenance and life.

National Red Wine Day symbolizes all of these and more. It was founded in 2014 by Jace Shoemaker-Galloway with the idea of celebrating the beauty of magnificence that is red wine. As the grapes begin to ripen and autumn begins to loom large, National Red Wine Day offers a time to enjoy and celebrate.

National Red Wine Day Timeline

6000 BC Red Wine is made in South Caucasus

People in Georgia discover that red wine can be made by burying grape juice underground during the winter.

3100 Ancient Egyptians make wine

Early versions of red wine are made from red grapes in ancient Egypt, coming along with superstitions about red wine as it resembles blood.

71 AD Bordeaux Wines are first recorded

Pliny the Elder makes the first written recorded evidence of vineyards in Bordeaux, which is in modern-day France.

1619 French grape cultivation begins in Virginia

Bringing their grapevines from France, the French cultivate their grapes in Virginia.

2014 National Red Wine Day begins

Founded by Jace Shoemaker-Galloway, the first Red Wine Day is celebrated on August 28 of this year.

How to Celebrate National Red Wine Day

Enjoying and celebrating National Red Wine Day is really no trouble at all! Don’t forget to share the experience with family and friends. Try out some of these ideas to make the most of National Red Wine Day:

Drink a Glass of Red Wine

If this isn’t the perfect day to enjoy a glass of red wine, then what is?! Whether opening up a bottle of Merlot to enjoy at home with dinner, or going out to order a glass of Cabernet Sauvignon, National Red Wine Day offers a special opportunity to pay honor to this alcoholic beverage that is both ancient and modern.

Head Out to a Wine Tasting or Vineyard (or Both!)

National Red Wine Day is the ideal time to schedule a trip to wine country to enjoy a tour or a wine tasting. A visit to a vineyard would be amazing, whether it is Texas Hill Country, Arizona’s Valle Verde or Northern & Central Virginia where grapes for America’s first red wines were originally grown. Of course, California produces about 80% of the wine in the United States, so Sonoma County, Napa Valley, Santa Barbara County and Edna Valley might make the visit to a vineyard even more accessible.

Learn More About Red Wine

Use National Red Wine Day to celebrate and take advantage of opportunities to learn more about this unique beverage. A nice way to start might be to learn a bit about the different kinds of red wine. Take a look at these varieties and try one out in honor of the day:

Merlot

Cabernet Sauvignon

Malbec

Pinot Noir

The second most planted grape in the world, Merlot is an easy wine to drink. It’s rather fruity and has a wide range of flavors, from black berries and black cherries to plums and cocoa, from herbs and graphite to vanilla and cedar. It’s a versatile wine that is great for beginners to enjoy and experience. Merlot is a red wine that is lovely to drink while eating poultry such as chicken or duck.

This is the most planted grape on the planet and it is easy to see why it is so beloved. Cabernet is a fairly safe wine that is easy to share at a table because almost everyone will enjoy it. It might have a fruity taste, with French versions showing as a bit more herby. Cabernet Sauvignon is a red wine that is great when paired with meats.

While the grapes for Malbec wine were originally grown in France, most of this variety that is produced today comes from Argentina. With its deep purple color and fruity flavors of plum and cherry, many people enjoy the ending flavors that offer a hint of smoke. Malbec is a red wine that goes well when paired with lean meats as well as with spicy foods like Indian or Mexican.

This delicate red wine offers a lighter body that is less shocking and pushy. It has a silky feel in the mouth and often has a bright berry taste, similar to raspberries or cranberries. Pinot Noir is a red wine that, surprisingly, is delicious when paired with fish, like salmon dishes or sushi.

Make a Playlist of “Red Wine” Songs

Try out some of these red wine themed songs to create a playlist in honor of National Red Wine Day:

Red, Red Wine by UB40 (1983). This classic eighties classic song is typically remembered for its funky sound, but it’s actually a cover from a Neil Diamond Song from 1967.

Melva’s Wine by Johnny Cash (1972) A country music song by musical legend Johnny Cash, Melva’s Wine is a song remembering the batch of wine made by a woman from the singer’s past.

Old Red Wine by The Who (2004). Written by Pete Townsend in memory of John Entwistle who had been a bass player for the band. Entwistle, who died in 2002 just before this song was written, was a lover of red wine.

Cherry Red Wine by Luther Allison (1995). A blues bass guitarist, Luther Allison plays and sing this song that is mostly a blend of his super fantastic guitar riffs and some minimal lyrics.

National Red Wine Day FAQs

Is red wine good for you?

Drinking an occasional glass of red wine might be healthy, with antioxidants that protect against heart disease and inflammation.

How many calories in a glass of red wine?

A 100 gram glass of red wine contains approximately 85 grams.

Can red wine go bad?

An unopened bottle of red wine can last 2-3 years past the expiration date printed on the bottle.

Does red wine need to be refrigerated after opening?

Yes! Refrigerating red wine slows down the chemical processes that make wine spoil.

Is red wine keto?

People on a keto diet can drink a very dry red wine in moderation on their keto diet.

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shisasan · 8 months

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August 28, 1930 Journals of Anais Nin 1927-1931 [volume 4]

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glimmerofawesome · 8 months

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#zecira musovic #zećira mušović #nathalie björn #nathalie bjorn #swewnt #australia v sweden #august 19 2023 #wwc23 #wwc 2023 #81:28

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skellydun · 11 months

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my coworker and I were talking in her office about her upcoming wedding which segued into my dating life and pride month so I talked about the last few dates I've been on and how one person was overly enthusiastic about bdsm and she was like what's that? and I was like what? she asked if it was a gay thing and I was like um....not exclusively? and so then I proceeded to tell my straight coworker who is one year older than me all about the wonders of bdsm and her only response was oh like Rihanna!

#she was like this is so fascinating and im like no shame but ur 28 how havent u even heard the term?#i have a thing in august and shes like well get u date before then! ur cute and fun sized!#and then i tried to explain to her that im only attracted to bigger folks and she lit up and said BEARS!!#what an interesting hour

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newyorkthegoldenage · 8 months

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The construction of Lincoln Center required the obliteration of the neighborhood known as San Juan Hill. It was home to a large population of Blacks, Puerto Ricans, and Afro-Caribbeans when Harlem was still White. Also known as "the Jungles," it was the setting for West Side Story, which opened on Broadway in 1957. It also had a lot of middle-class White residents.

As that was happening, residents were fighting the proposal for an arts complex in the Lincoln Square part of the neighborhood. The poster above urged residents to attend a meeting to stop the project on August 28, 1957. Harris L. Present, a lawyer who had long advocated for the rights of minority groups in the city, led the fight. More than 400 residents showed up. Present urged them to march on City Hall on September 11, hoping to overwhelm the City Planning Commission with pickets and testimony.

Check back here on September 11, 2023, for the sequel. (Spoiler: Lincoln Center was built anyway.)

Photo: Lincoln Center/Gothamist

#vintage New York #1950s #Lincoln Center #San Juan Hill #neighborhoods #urban renewal #Robert Moses #Harris L. Present #August 28 #neighborhood destruction #28 August #Aug. 28 #28 Aug.#gentrification #slum clearance

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wiiildflowerrr · 10 months

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@Luke5SOS: Me and the bass man Calum, ready for tonight Boise, Idaho tickets at box office!

28 August 2016

#this day in 5sos history #5sos #calum hood #luke hemmings #5 seconds of summer #2016 #28 august #slfl tour #slfl boise

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fuckthispost-andhappybirthday · 8 months

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August 28: Happy Birthday Pounce (Beanie Babies)!!!!

#pounce the cat #pounce beanie babies #pounce beanie baby #beanie babies #beanie baby #happy birthday #august 28 #28 august #fuck this post and happy birthday

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sunshineandlyrics · 8 months

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🤍 The 2 fans ordered it on 28/29 August, and received it today, 31 August 2023 x x

#it looks really well made #the packaging is great #fast delivery #the same hoodie that kit Connor wore #31 August 2023 #28 Official Programme #28 Clothing #fan stories #Louis Tomlinson #mine

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stairnaheireann · 2 years

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#OTD in Irish History | 28 August:

1710 – A board of trustees for linen manufacture is established. 1788 – Birth of poet, Sir Aubrey de Vere, in Adare, Co Limerick. 1788 �� Birth of banker and philanthropist, James Digges La Touche, in Dublin. 1798 – Cornwallis reaches Athlone; Humbert entrenches in Castlebar. 1814 – Birth of novelist and journalist, Joseph Sheridan Le Fanu, in Dublin. 1815 – Mary Letitia Martin, ‘Princess of…

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cypherdecypher · 8 months

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Animal of the Day!

Sculptured Mitten Lobster (Parribacus antarcticus)

(Photo from Florent’s Guide)

Conservation Status- Least Concern

Habitat- Southern Pacific Ocean

Size (Weight/Length)- 20 cm

Diet- Mollusks; Shrimp; Crabs; Sea Urchins

Cool Facts- The sculptured mitten lobster is a friend-shaped crustacean. Their shovel-like body helps them to hide between rocks. In addition, their large body surface makes it very hard to pry them off a rock, forcing predators to face their tough shell. Over time, algae and barnacles grow on their shell and aides in their camouflage. Unlike the American lobster, sculptured mitten lobsters lack claws. The strange protrusions at the front of their head are actually modified antennae. The antennae are used to dig through sand in search of mollusks to munch on.

Rating- 11/10 (Lovingly called mudbugs.)

#animal of the day #animals #crustaceans #lobster #monday #august 28 #sculptured mitten lobster #slipper lobster #biology #science #conservation #the more you know

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shisasan · 8 months

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August 28, 1930 Journals of Anais Nin 1927-1931 [volume 4]

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