History: Unam Sanctam

Posted on Sun 29 September 2024 in history • Tagged with definition, dictionary

1302 -- The Unam Sanctam was letter or "papal bull" written by Boniface~VIII to assert his authority to control taxation of the clergy. Boniface wrote that "if earthly power errs, it shall be judged by spiritual power," with the obvious implication that Popes supersede kings in all matters.


History: Bonifice VIII

Posted on Sun 22 September 2024 in history • Tagged with history, person

1294- 1303 - Pope Bonifice VIII was a controversial fourteenth century pope. When Philip IV intended to tax the clergy, Bonifice responded that clergy could not pay taxes in any state without papal consent. The power struggle underscored the inherent tension between the powerful European monarchs and the supreme papal authority …


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History: Joan of Arc

Posted on Sun 15 September 2024 in history • Tagged with history, person

1412- 1431 - Joan of Arc was the daughter of peasants from the village of Domr'emy in Champagne. Joan was deeply religious and is known to have experienced visions. She believed that several saints commanded her to free France and to return rule to the dauphin, or rightful heir. Joan of …


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History: Agincourt

Posted on Sun 08 September 2024 in history • Tagged with history, battle

1415 - Henry V, of England, renewed the Hundred Years' War at Agincourt. The French resistance at Agincourt was decimated and more than 1500 nobles were killed. Henry V was able to reconquer Normandy and gain the allegiance of the Duke of Burgundy.


Announcement solc:v0.8.27

Posted on Wed 04 September 2024 in update

Solc 0.8.27

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Dear valued customers,

We are pleased to announce the release of our new container version 0.8.27. This new version includes several new features and improvements that will make your container experience even better.

Some of the new features include:

  • Improved security
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  • Enhanced …

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History: Poitiers

Posted on Sun 01 September 2024 in history • Tagged with history, battle

1356 - During the Hundred Years' War King John II was captured at the Battle of Poitiers. This event largely signified the end of the first phase of the War. The English demanded a large ransom and territorial concession for John's release. In return, the English agreed to forsake any claim …


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