All articles tagged with #1930s
An ultra-rare stainless-steel 1930s Patek Philippe Calatrava Reference 448, passed down through generations and hidden in a Cornish family’s jewelry box, sold for £59,000 (about $80,000) at Hansons Auctioneers in Penzance, far above its £5,000 estimate. Bidders from around the world competed, and the watch is set to begin a new life in Hong Kong.
Senator Mitch McConnell warns that current global political tensions and economic policies, such as tariffs and international meetings of anti-Western nations, resemble the dangerous pre-World War II era, highlighting concerns over U.S. preparedness and unity.
A true story from the 1930s about European settlers on a Galapagos island, which turned into a tale of betrayal, violence, and mysterious disappearances, is dramatized in the film Eden and explored in the documentary The Galapagos Affair, highlighting the complex personalities and events that led to an enduring unsolved mystery.
The article discusses historical lessons from the 1920s and 1930s regarding tariffs and their impact on markets, emphasizing the importance of understanding past economic policies to inform current decisions.
The article discusses the origins of America's 'revenge tax' on foreigners, starting with a 1934 provision (Section 891) that allowed the US president to double levies on citizens and companies from countries overtaxing Americans, with roots in 1930s tensions with France over tax treaties.
The first teaser trailer for 'Downton Abbey: The Grand Finale' reveals the beloved characters returning in 1930, with scenes at the races and a lavish London event, as the series prepares for its final film release on September 12.