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Never Excuse as Stupidity

Anarchonomicon • 314 implied HN points • 25 Jun 23
💾 History Britain
  1. Admiral John Byng was executed for 'failing to do his utmost' in a battle, sparking controversy and outrage
  2. Byng's execution was seen as a politically motivated act that led to significant public and elite backlash
  3. The Royal Navy's success and dominance in history was attributed to the skill and ruthlessness of its officers, despite facing immense challenges

Ideas for angel investors #3

The Odin Times • 58 implied HN points • 30 Jul 23
🕹 Technology Britain
  1. Be clear on your reasons for investing, focus on interesting journeys with great people, and aim for good overall returns.
  2. The craziest ideas can lead to big returns, so don't dismiss wild ideas right away. They may surprise you.
  3. When angel investing, figure out how you can provide valuable support to founders beyond just financial backing.
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The Origins of the Housing Crisis • 19 implied HN points • 22 Feb 23
💾 History Britain
  1. Subscribers to a free substack newsletter about Britain's housing crisis can now access a year's worth of missed content in a comprehensive new report.
  2. The report is the result of a collaborative effort between the author, Samuel Watling, the Centre for Cities, and housing expert Ant Breach.
  3. The newly digitized dataset of European housing data in the report provides a broader examination of Britain's housing issues within a European context.