Chapter 36

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Karst
Here refers to the Karst region of Slovenia. In geology, karst refers to limestone formations that have been eroded by water forming sinkholes and caves, characteristic of the Karst region. Geologically, karst is widely distributed, including beneath Milwaukee.

Yangtze Patrol
A US naval operation in 1922 on the Yangtze river and costal areas, ostensibly to protect American citizens.

Wogdon dueling pistols
High quality flintlock pistols manufactured by the London gunsmiths Wogdon and Barton.

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Cómo no
Spanish: of course

¿verdad?
Spanish: is that so?

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Josefstadt lockup
A prison in Viena, known as the Grey House for the prison uniforms.

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triple tree rake angle
A triple tree is a part connecting a motorcycle’s front fork to the frame. The rake angle is angle of the steering head from the vertical.

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