Testing the congruence of the microfossil versus microfossil record in the Turonian–Coniacian boundary succession of the Wagon Mound–Springer composite section (NE New Mexico, USA)

2012 ◽  
Vol 62 (4) ◽  
pp. 581-594 ◽  
Author(s):  
Ireneusz Walaszczyk ◽  
Jackie A. Lees ◽  
Danuta Peryt ◽  
William A. Cobban ◽  
Christopher J. Wood
Keyword(s):  
New Mexico ◽  
Central Europe ◽  
High Potential ◽  
Bivalve Species ◽  
Boundary Definition ◽  
The Us ◽  
Composite Section

ABSTRACT Walaszczyk, I., Lees, J.A., Peryt, D., Cobban, W.A. and Wood, C.J. 2012. Testing the congruence of the microfossil versus microfossil record in the Turonian-Coniacian boundary succession of the Wagon Mound-Springer composite section (NE New Mexico, USA). Acta Geologica Polonica, 62 (4), 581-594. Warszawa. The Turonian-Coniacian boundary succession from the Wagon Mound-Springer composite section in the US Western Interior shows a virtually identical macrofaunal record to that revealed in the proposed candidate Coniacian GSSP in the Salzgitter-Salder-Słupia Nadbrzeżna composite section in central Europe, with easy identification in both regions of the base of the Coniacian Stage, as defined by the first appearance of the inoceramid bivalve species, Cremnoceramus deformis erectus (Meek). The macrofaunal boundary definition is additionally confirmed by the foraminiferal and nannofossil data, demonstrating the high potential of the inoceramid marker for the base of the Coniacian. The former claims about distinct diachroneity between macrofossil and microfossil dates in the trans-Atlantic correlations, resulted from methodological deficiencies, and have no factual basis.

Daily Life of the American Embassy in Czechoslovakia in 1945—1948

Istoriya ◽  
2021 ◽  
Vol 12 (6 (104)) ◽  
pp. 0
Author(s):  
Valery Yungblyud
Keyword(s):  
Cold War ◽  
Central Europe ◽  
Daily Life ◽  
Primary Sources ◽  
Economic Recovery ◽  
The Us ◽  
Post War ◽  
The Cold War ◽  
Leadership Interactions

The article is devoted to the study of various aspects of daily life of the US Embassy in Czechoslovakia in 1945—1948. The author considers the main areas of its work, major problems and difficulties that American diplomats had to overcome being in difficult conditions of the post-war economic recovery and international tension growth. Special attention is paid to the role of Ambassador L. A. Steinhardt, his methods of leadership, interactions with subordinates, with the Czechoslovak authorities and the State Department. This allows to reveal some new aspects of American diplomacy functioning, as well as to identify poorly explored factors that influenced American politics in Central Europe during the years when the Cold War was brewing and tensions between Moscow and Washington were rising. The article is based on unpublished primary sources from the American archives.

Recovering Forgotten History: A study case of politics of memory in Poland

2020 ◽  
Vol 18 (3) ◽  
pp. 195-223
Author(s):  
Krzysztof Łazarski
Keyword(s):  
Central Europe ◽  
English Language ◽  
History Textbooks ◽  
Primary Sources ◽  
Politics Of Memory ◽  
East Central Europe ◽  
East Central ◽  
Language History ◽  
The Us ◽  
Study Case

The Conference on “Recovering Forgotten History” is one of the oldest attempts undertaken in the III Republic to defend Poland’s (and East- Central Europe’s) image abroad, especially in the US. From 2006, the Conference has organized its seminars, originally bi-annually and now annually, to provide a forum for discussions between the authors of English-language history textbooks and monographs, and Polish historians who review those publications. Arguments are scholarly, grounded in evidence of primary sources and historiography, therefore, they are convincing in combatting Western prejudices and clichés about Poland and East-Central Europe. Additionally, the Conference provides opportunities for sightseeing of Poland’s historical places. As a result, the work of the Conference leads not only to the removal of countless mistakes and misinterpretations in the reviewed books but also to a change of guests’ attitudes toward this part of Europe. For the most part, they are academic teachers, who can also influence students through their classes. The Conference achieves all of this while having very modest means at its disposal.

scholarly journals Changing the Discourse: Post-Expulsion Jesuit Cartography of Spanish America

2019 ◽  
Vol 6 (1) ◽  
pp. 99-114
Author(s):  
Mirela Altic
Keyword(s):  
New Mexico ◽  
Comparative Analysis ◽  
Central Europe ◽  
New World ◽  
Spanish America ◽  
Italian Peninsula ◽  
Jesuit Order ◽  
Nueva Granada

The suppression of the Jesuit order influenced the overall production and content of post-expulsion Jesuit cartography, however, important differences in terms of content and discourse can be seen in terms of maps by former Jesuits created in Europe (esp. the Italian Peninsula and Central Europe) as well as the origin of Jesuit mapmakers (Creole / non-Creole). The reasons for this included the cartographic sources that the Jesuits used in exile, the new intellectual circles within which they exchanged geographic and cartographic knowledge, and the reception Jesuit maps had among former Jesuits as well as within European commercial cartography. Post-expulsion Jesuit cartography also had important impacts on intercultural transfers between Europe and the New World more generally. The study makes a comparative analysis of examples of the post-expulsion Jesuit cartography (manuscript and printed) from New Mexico, Chile, Paraguay, Quito, and Nueva Granada.

Central Europe external risks still outweigh internal

2017 ◽  
Keyword(s):  
Mutual Funds ◽  
Central Europe ◽  
Federal Reserve ◽  
Political Crisis ◽  
Checks And Balances ◽  
Content Type ◽  
Political Risks ◽  
The Us ◽  
Asset Purchases ◽  
Law And Justice

Significance Investors are brushing off mounting political risks in Poland despite an erosion of democratic checks and balances under the nationalist Law and Justice (PiS) government. In Romania, despite the rapidly escalating political crisis, the leu has strengthened slightly against the euro since the start of this year, since when the yield on benchmark ten-year Romanian local bonds has risen by 25 bps to 3.6%. This is still significantly below the 5% level before the ‘taper tantrum’ in mid-2013, which stemmed from the unexpected decision by the US Federal Reserve (Fed) to end its asset purchases. Impacts After post-US election outflows, EM mutual funds are once again enjoying sizeable inflows, with EM debt funds reaching a four-month high. Some of the strain on EM currencies will be relieved by the 2.5% fall in the dollar index against a basket of its peers since end-December. Smaller export-led CEE economies will benefit from factory orders in Germany rising in December at their fastest pace in 30 months.

Central European defence cooperation will increase

2016 ◽  
Keyword(s):  
Central Europe ◽  
European Perspective ◽  
Content Type ◽  
Central European ◽  
Eu Integration ◽  
The Us ◽  
Angela Merkel ◽  
The Creation ◽  
Defence Cooperation ◽  
First Time

Subject The Central European perspective on greater EU cooperation in defence. Significance The proposal on August 26 by German Chancellor Angela Merkel and the leaders of the Central European 'Visegrad Four' (V4) countries for the creation of a European army was the first time such a clarion call had been made collectively by EU leaders, as opposed to the more modest idea of developing European defence cooperation and capability. It is surprising that Poland was part of the initiative, given its commitment to NATO and trans-Atlantic relations, which are often taken as a reason to oppose further EU integration. Impacts Brexit has brought forth a variety of proposals to strengthen the EU's military arm. However, political and operational challenges mean that neither deeper cooperation nor a full EU army will be achieved easily, if ever. Insecurity about Russia and the US NATO commitment to Central Europe underlie the call, but cannot be meaningfully addressed soon. Poland will remain staunchly pro-NATO but must prepare for defence alternatives that can include EU forces.

Politically divided Iraq faces a massive economic hit

2020 ◽  
Keyword(s):  
Social Impact ◽  
External Environment ◽  
Oil Production ◽  
High Potential ◽  
The Political ◽  
Regional Government ◽  
Content Type ◽  
Oil Markets ◽  
The Us ◽  
Global Threat

Significance The economic and social impact of COVID-19 -- and especially the crushing effect on global oil markets -- comes amid worsening US-Iran tensions. Internally, political deadlock and rising poverty are exacerbating discontent. Impacts Iraq has high potential to raise oil production, but the current internal and external environment prohibits this. Economic meltdown could compound the political chaos in Iraq and worsen the US-Iran proxy conflict there. In the longer term, a weak Iraq could potentially allow IS to regroup and pose a renewed global threat. The fiscal crunch threatens central transfers to the Kurdistan Regional Government; this could devastate the region's economy.

scholarly journals Mission to Mars Amidst a Pandemic

2021 ◽  
Vol 12 (1) ◽  
pp. 158-170
Author(s):  
Ronda Cole Harmon ◽  
Maryann Hospelhorn ◽  
Esti Gutierrez ◽  
Camille Velarde ◽  
Matthew Fetrow ◽  
...  
Keyword(s):  
New Mexico ◽  
Air Force ◽  
Fifth Grade ◽  
The Novel ◽  
Fifth Grade Students ◽  
The Us ◽  
Outreach Effort ◽  
And Mathematics ◽  
Novel Coronavirus ◽  
Air Force Research Laboratory

For years, the Air Force Research Laboratory (AFRL) in New Mexico has led an outreach effort called Mission to Mars to engage fifth grade students in applying science and mathematics concepts related to building a colony on Mars. Many organizations across the US canceled similar events due to the novel coronavirus (COVID-19) pandemic. This design case details the original program and the pivot made to continue the program. We share successes—including reaching more rural learners—insights, and challenges, and how these have shaped a more inclusive vision for future programs.

Challenges and threats to the security of the Visegrad Group countries: intensification of relations with the United States as a means to overcome risks?

2020 ◽  
Vol 18 (1) ◽  
pp. 99-115
Author(s):  
Karolina Gawron-Tabor
Keyword(s):  
United States ◽  
Central Europe ◽  
Narrative Analysis ◽  
The United States ◽  
Donald Trump ◽  
American President ◽  
The Us ◽  
Characteristic Features ◽  
Visegrad Group ◽  
Visegrád Countries

Since January 2017, when Donald Trump assumed the post of US president, there has been a visible intensification of relations between the United States and the countries from Central Europe, aimed at, for example, counteracting challenges and threats faced by the allies. The objective of the article is to analyze challenges and threats to Central Europe, identified by Donald Trump. He points to the necessity: 1) to strengthen NATO and increase the engagement of European allies; 2) to ensure energy security; 3) to counteract threats from two superpowers – Russia and China. The text addresses how important the challenges and threats identified by the American president have been for individual Visegrad states. The article begins by presenting characteristic features of the foreign policy conducted by Donald Trump’s administration which influence relations between the US and the Visegrad countries. It then analyzes the relations between the US and individual states regarding the previously presented challenges and threats. The article’s thesis is that Poland is the only Visegrad country to perceive all three challenges and threats in a way similar to the US, and thus cooperates with the US in this matter. The work is a comparative analysis based on content and narrative analysis.

Como dicen los americanos

2014 ◽  
Vol 11 (2) ◽  
pp. 221-242 ◽  
Author(s):  
Israel Sanz-Sánchez
Keyword(s):  
United States ◽  
New Mexico ◽  
Language Shift ◽  
The United States ◽  
Written Language ◽  
Mexican Spanish ◽  
Lexical Borrowing ◽  
New Mexican ◽  
Us Southwest ◽  
The Us

This study analyzes the patterns of incorporation of English elements in New Mexican Spanish in the decades following the annexation of New Mexico by the United States as reflected in a corpus of private letters written between 1848 and 1936. The quantitative analysis shows that most types of contact features are infrequent during much of this period, but there is an increase in the presence of English elements in the last decades covered by the corpus. It also shows that semantic and lexical borrowing is much more frequent than structural interference or code-switching. These findings are then correlated with the general sociolinguistic environment of post-annexation Hispanic New Mexico, where bilingualism and language shift to English were much more infrequent than elsewhere in the US Southwest. Attention is also paid to features that pertain exclusively to the written language, and their distribution is explained as a function of the degree of exposure of Hispanic New Mexicans to literacy in English and Spanish.

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