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Passmore’s magisterial, revisionist account of the Maginot Line—the network of French fortifications built in the 1920s and 1930s to stop a German invasion—challenges the conventional understanding of its role in World War II.—
Foreign Affairs, Foreign Affairs, 16 Dec. 2025
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Ammunition, uniforms, and fortifications contribute to GDP but do not improve long-term welfare or capital formation.—
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It’s made of dense foam pieces, including a base, cushion and two triangle pillows, allowing kiddos to create forts and obstacle courses along with sturdy, comfortable seating.—
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When Columbus instructed settlers to build forts in large towns, Taínos attacked the settlers in large numbers.—
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“Blockhouses.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/blockhouses. Accessed 13 Jan. 2026.
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