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Vasa Ship

The Vasa was supposed to be Sweden's most spectacular warship. It was beautiful and had lots of cannons. On the maiden voyage with lots of fanfare it sunk after sailing only 20 minutes. 300 years later they raised it from the bottom of the sea and it is on display here.
Sweden - Stockholm

July 27th 2007
7-27-07 I woke around 6 listening to the birds chirping out the portal hole. I fell back asleep with the gentle breeze flowing through the window and to the sound of the rustling waves. About 8 I heard a boat drive by, which seemed a little funny to me and at 9 I arose from my slumber. I went upstairs to take a shower. The showers shut off automatically and only stayed on for a short period of ... read more
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Swedish Flag A military power during the 17th century, Sweden has not participated in any war in almost two centuries. An armed neutrality was preserved in both World Wars. Sweden's long-successful economic formula of a capitalist system interlarded with substant... ... read more
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