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Trim Castle—Realm of the Elder Tree Ford

Ireland’s premier Anglo-Norman structure offers a glimpse into medieval Europe and beyond.

10 min readApr 21, 2024

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Exterior view of Trim Castle Keep

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John William Player

The Normans—Fortune Favors The Bold!

How the warriors who abandoned the uncontrolled savagery of their Viking fathers went from soldiers of fortune to nobility.

59 min readMar 31, 2024

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An armed Norman warrior on a rearing stallion.

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John William Player

Bab-El-Mandeb: The Gate of Tears

The strait that broke the hearts of seasoned sailors in antiquity became one of the most dangerous places in the world for piracy in recent…

6 min readJul 18, 2022

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The Bab-el-Mandeb

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John William Player

The Magical Valley of Glendalough!

Carved out of the earth by a prehistoric glacier, the “Valley of the Two Lakes,” Glendalough, is Ireland at its best.

6 min readMay 14, 2022

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The Valley of Glendalough

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John William Player

7 Reasons to Visit Sri Lanka’s Incredible Unawatuna Beach

Unawatuna is a beautiful jewel of Sri Lankan tourism tucked away in the south of the country—Yes, a visit will probably extend your life…

6 min readMay 12, 2022

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Unawatuna beach, Sri Lanka

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John William Player

Wreck-Fishing Adventures in the Irish Sea—How to Have Them.

Elemental and exhilarating, the ancient art of fishing will take you back to nature and away from the stresses of modern life.

5 min readMay 11, 2022

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Boat-fishing rod under tension at dawn

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Better Humans

FYIWhy Walking is Good for You

The best, most ancient, and natural form of exercise is still a daily necessity

5 min readApr 7, 2022

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Silhouette of a man walking against a skyline.

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John William Player

The Dignity of Work

In a society where money is worshipped, a disabled man holds on to his independence and dignity.

5 min readJan 18, 2022

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The word “dignity” inscribed on a stone.

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John William Player

A Stormy Day Off Sri Lanka

The life of a seaman requires an acknowledgment of the power of nature.

9 min readJan 15, 2022

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A stormy sea.

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The Observation Post

The Fall: Building Resilience from Hardship for Personal Growth

The aftermath of a dangerous crisis is an opportunity for rediscovering the spirit of perseverance and gratitude for yet another day with…

7 min readJan 11, 2022

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An endurance swimmer demonstrating perseverance.

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John William Player

John William Player

Irishman who traveled worldwide for many years as a risk manager. Lived in Asia. Now enjoy health, wellness, maximum productivity, and positivity with two sons.

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