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Deaths Estimate: 40,000,000 ___ 72,000,000

Location: Worldwide

Year: 1939 to 1945

World War II, or the Second World War was a global war that was underway by 1939 and ended in 1945. It involved involved most of the world’s nations, including all of the great powers: eventually forming two opposing military alliances, the Allies and the Axis. It was the most widespread war in history, with more than 100 million military personnel mobilized. In a state of “total war,” the major participants placed their entire economic, industrial, and scientific capabilities at the service of the war effort, erasing the distinction between civilian and military resources. Marked by significant events involving the mass death of civilians, including the Holocaust and the only use of nuclear weapons in warfare, it was the deadliest conflict in human history, resulting in 50 million to over 70 million fatalities.

Taiping Rebellion

Estimated Deaths: 20,000,000____ 100,000,000

Location: China

Year: 1851 to 1864

The Taiping Rebellion was a widespread civil war in southern China from 1850 to 1864, led by heterodox Christian convert Hong Xiuquan, who having received visions, maintained that he was the younger brother of Jesus Christ against the ruling Manchu-led Qing Dynasty. About 20 million people died, mainly civilians, in one of the deadliest military conflicts in history.

World War I

Estimated Deats: 15,000,000 ____ 65,000,000

Location: Worldwide

Year: 1914 to 1918

World War I was a major war centered in Europe that began in the summer of 1914 and lasted until November 1918. It involved all of the world’s great powers, which were assembled in two opposing alliances: the Allies and the Central Powers. More than 70 million military personnel, including 60 million Europeans, were mobilized in one of the largest wars in history. More than 9 million combatants were killed, largely because of great technological advances in firepower without corresponding advances in mobility.

Mongol Conquests

Estimated Deaths: 30,000,000 __ 60,000,000

Location: Asia, Eastern Europe, Middle East

Year: 1207 to 1472

The Mongol Empire initially named as Greater Mongol State was a great empire during the 13th and 14th centuries. Beginning in the Central Asian steppes, it eventually stretched from Eastern Europe to the Sea of Japan, covered Siberia in the north and extended southward into Southeast Asia, the Indian subcontinent, and the Middle East. It is commonly referred to as the largest contiguous empire in the history of the world. At its greatest extent it spanned 6,000 mi (9,700 km), covered an area of 33,000,000 km2 (12,700,000 sq mi), 22% of the Earth’s total land area, and held sway over a population of 100 million.

An Lushan Rebellion

Estimated Deats: 13,000,000 ___ 36,000,000

Location: China

Year: 755 to 763

The An Lushan Rebellion took place in China during the Tang Dynasty, from December 16, 755 to February 17, 763. An Lushan, an ex-Tang general, declared himself emperor, establishing the rival Yan Dynasty in Northern China. The rebellion spanned the reign of three Tang emperors before it was quashed. During that time, the registered population declined by up to 36 million, though most of this was due to the breakdown of the census system during the war.

Qing dynasty conquest of the Ming Dynasty

Estimated Deats: 25,000,000 ____ 25,000,000

Location: China

Year: 1616 to 1662

The Qing Dynasty also known as the Manchu Dynasty, was the last dynasty of China, ruling from 1644 to 1912. It was preceded by the Ming Dynasty and followed by the Republic of China. The dynasty was founded by the Manchu clan Aisin Gioro in modern northeast China. Starting in 1644 it expanded into China proper and its surrounding territories, establishing the Empire of the Great Qing. Complete pacification of China was accomplished around 1683 under the Kangxi Emperor.

Conquests of Timur-e-Lang

Estimated Deats: 15,000,000 ____ 20,000,000

Location: Middle East, India, Central Asia, Russia

Year: 1369 to 1405

Timur was in his lifetime a controversial figure, and remains so today. He sought to restore the Mongol Empire, yet his heaviest blow was against the Islamized Tatar Golden Horde. He was more at home in an urban environment than on the steppe. He styled himself a ghazi while conducting wars that severely affected some Muslim states, for example the Ottoman Empire. A great patron of the arts, his campaigns also caused vast destruction.

Dungan Revolt

Estimated Deats: 8,000,000 ______ 12,000,000

Location: China

Year: 1862 to 1877

The uprising was chaotic and often involved warring factions of bands and military leaders with no goal or purpose, merely to fight, on the western bank of the Yellow River. A common misconception is that it was directed against the Qing Dynasty, but there is no evidence at all showing that they intended to attack the capital of Beijing. When that rebellion failed, mass emigration of the Dungan people into Imperial Russia, Kazakhstan and Kyrgyzstan ensued.

Russian Civil War

Estimated Deats: 5,000,000 _____ 9,000,000

Location: Russia

Year: 1917 to 1921

The Russian Civil War was a multi-party war that occurred within the former Russian Empire after the Russian provisional government collapsed to the Soviets, under the domination of the Bolshevik party. Soviet forces first assumed power in Petrograd (St. Petersburg) and subsequently gained control throughout Russia.

Napoleonic Wars

Estimated Deats: 3,500,000 _____ 7,000,000

Location: Europe, Atlantic, Pacific and Indian Ocean

Year: 1803 to 1815

The Napoleonic Wars were a series of wars declared against Napoleon’s French Empire by opposing coalitions. As a continuation of the wars sparked by the French Revolution of 1789, they revolutionised European armies and played out on an unprecedented scale, mainly owing to the application of modern mass conscription. French power rose quickly as Napoleon’s armies conquered much of Europe but collapsed rapidly after France’s disastrous invasion of Russia in 1812. Napoleon’s empire ultimately suffered complete military defeat resulting in the restoration of the Bourbon monarchy in France and the creation of the Concert of Europe.

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Here he is with Carrie Fisher (Princess Leia) reenacting the death of Jabba. James said, “This was the photo I was most excited and nervous about. Phrasing was going to be key so as to avoid being tackled by security for asking her to ‘please choke me.’ Luckily Carrie is quite zany and down for whatever.”

Here he is with Ian McDiarmid, aka Emperor Palpatine.
When James asked for a “force lightning” pose, McDiarmid said, ” No I’m not going to do that. I’ll just stand here because that’s just who I am. But you go right ahead.”

Luckily, Anthony Daniels (C-3PO) was totally down for a cheesy droid prom pose.
“As I knelt down I wanted to ask him to put his hand on my head in the classic droids pose, but I got too nervous. But then he just did it! No prompting. ”

As for Billy Dee Williams (Lando Calrissian), he was more of the stoic type.
“May as well have been a wax mannequin of Billy Dee Williams,” James wrote. “He didn’t say a word to me, let alone break the stance you see in this picture in any way. I just modeled my Darth Vader and roal guard shirt.”

John Ratzenberger (Major Derlin) wasn’t exactly keen on a funny pose either.
“Most people don’t know who Major Derlin is,” James said. “John Ratzenberger is one of those people. He tolerated me as best he could.”

Luckily Mark Hamill (Luke Skywalker) was there to save the day with his cooperation! According to James, this is how it went down.
James: Mr. Hamill it is a true pleasure to meet you. Do you mind if we get a little creative for this photo? Mark: *immediately pops up from chair ready to go because he’s a f*cking G* James: Can I put this lanyard on you like Leia presenting you with the medal at the end of episode 4 after you blew up the Death Star and saved the Rebel Alliance? Mark: of course James: places the lanyard around his neck ever so gently Mark: *turn to camera with classic finger point

“Was so proud of the photos that I framed and hung them along my staircase like a loving mother does with family photos,” he wrote. “Everyone who enters my house gets the detailed tour of the pics whether they want to or not.”
I think most people are going to want that detailed tour, buddy.

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Phang Nga Bay, Thailand

The beautiful island backdrop was used as plate photography for the planet Kashyyk, Chewbacca’s birthplace, in “Revenge of the Sith.”

Yuma Desert, Arizona

Buttercup Valley was used to shoot the Sarlacc Pit sequence in “Return of the Jedi.” This took more than 5 months to build with more than 5,500 cast and crew members lodging in Yuma in 1982.

Tikal, Guatemala

In “A New Hope,” George Lucas used ancient Mayan ruins located in Guatemala’s Tikal National Park as the exterior of the Rebel Alliance’s Massassi outpost on the fourth moon of Yavin.

Hardangerjøkulen Glacier, Norway

The snowy battle scene on the ice planet Hoth in “The Empire Strikes Back” was filmed on the 6th largest glacier in Norway.

Finse, Norway

Also used in “The Empire Strikes Back,” The town of Finse is the location of Luke Skywalker’s escape from Wampa Cave as well as his interaction with Obi-Wan Kenobi before he is rescued by Han Solo. They were both shot outside of the 1222 Hotel.

Death Valley, CA

It’s here where the desert planet of Tatooine come to life, first in “A New Hope,” when Obi-Wan Kenobi meets Luke Skywalker, C3-PO and R2-D2 for the first time, and in “Return of the Jedi” when C-3-O and R2-D2 travel to Jabba’s palace.

Mount Etna, Sicily

Although Lucas didn’t actually shoot on the volcano, which was erupting during filming, it is used as a backdrop for the lightsaber battler between Obi-Wan Kenobi and Anakin Skywalker at the end of “Revenge of the Sith.”

Redwood National and State Parks, California

The Redwoods transformed in to the Forest Moon of Endor, the Ewoks’ home world for several scenes such as the speeder bike chase and the Ewok Ambush in “Return of the Jedi.”

Palace of Caserta, Italy

The interiors of Theed Royal Palace on Naboo in “The Phantom Menace” and “Attack of the Clones” were filmed at this location. It is also the largest royal palace in Italy.

Seville, Spain

The Plaze de España was used for the exterior of Theed on Naboo in “Attack of the Clones.” Anakin Skywalker and Padme Amidala walk through the plaza before they go into hiding in the Lake country.

Hotel Sidi Driss, Matmata, Tunisia

This location, also known as “The Star Wars Hotel” was used as the Lars Homestead, which was Luke Skywalker’s childhood home in “A New Hope.” Guests can now dine in the Lars’ family dining room which is now the hotel restaurant.

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Let us never forget the significance of this iconic day. Enjoy.

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The Star Wars universe is no more than a fantastic dream to most people, but for at least one day, Jennifer and her hubby Joshua got to live the dream by having a Star Wars-themed wedding reception to celebrate their special day. It all began with two Stormtroopers, who greeted guests and escorted the bride and groom. There, they were greeted by a cake topped with Star Wars vehicles. Guests sat at tables with labels like “Rebel,” “Droid” and “Twi’Lek” and were given lightsabers to dance with.

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These pictures are proof that the way the “Star Wars” films were brought to life and everything that went on behind the scenes was just as impressive as the movies themselves.

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