Michiana House and Home - January 2023

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edi t or’s note

Can someone tell me where 2022 went? As I write this, its a few days before Christmas and a huge winter storm is scheduled to hit, just as Santa is to make his annual race around the globe.

I always look at New Year’s Day as an opportunity for a new beginning. And I think this issue encompasses that idea beautifully. We have articles on what’s new in washers and dryers, what’s trending in kitchen make overs and a whole lot more.

This year’s Pantone color of the year is Vivid Magenta. The home shopping channel QVC recently had a gem show that featured a stone that was magenta. A mix of red and purple, the stone was gorgeous. BethAnne Brink-Cox wrote an article about ways to mix Vivid Magenta into your color scheme.

And as we head into the dreary winter months, BethAnne also wrote about how color can affect our mental health.

With people staying in their homes longer, Julie Young did an article on the best way to choose a contractor if you’re considering doing some renovation work. She also wrote about what’s new in kitchen updates.

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When I moved into my house, I had two must haves on my wish list. It had to have a garage and it had to have a washer and dryer. I was tired of shoveling my car out of the snow in the winter. I was also tired of hauling my laundry to the laundromat. Writer Dani Messick looked into what’s new with washers and dryers.

As we start a new year, we often look back, and that’s what Dani did for “Did You Know”. She took a look back at what was happening in 1923. Pretty interesting stuff.

And finally, there is a comfort one pot dish from Michael Symon — his one pot chicken. I found this on the Food Network web site and decided it was just the dish to feature this month. It’s easy to prepare, doesn’t require a ton of ingredients and with one pot, clean up is a breeze.

Happy New Year to you and yours! See ya next month!

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Announcing Pantone’s Color of the Year for 2023 — Vivid Magenta

By BethAnne Brink-Cox House and Home Feature Writer

When you start thinking or painting, or re-painting rooms in your house, how do you consider color choices? Do you decorate according to the latest trends, switching rooms up to whatever the home shows suggest? Do you go with your personal favorites? Are you always mindful of resale value, and stick only to safe neutral colors? Do you like classic shades that are supposed to be calming and soothing, or some vivid, almost raucous colors? Might you get inspired by something you’ve never had before, but just seeing a paint sample makes your pulse quicken a bit?

Pantone’s 2023 Color of the Year, Vivid Magenta 18-750, will do exactly that, even if magenta has never been a color you thought you liked. Magenta is an extra-special color because it is not found in the visible spectrum of light. Technically, it doesn’t exist! It’s what happens when your brain sees equal amounts of red and purple, and ‘averages’ it to magenta.

Organic origins for this beautiful color begin with the cochineal beetle. This insect produces carmine dye, one of the most strong, bright and precious shades of natural dyes. But the blossoms of the fuchsia plant also played into the eventual color, as well.

The first magenta pigment in history was created in the 1800s, and called ‘mauveine,’ later renamed ‘magenta’ after a region in Italy.

Any color derived from the red family can be energizing, used in the right amounts and in the right places. If your rooms are small, you may want to consider painting just one wall in your room, maybe a

dining room or den, and pick up a few magenta accent pieces such as wall art, pillows, candles, and books.

What about just the right shade of blooms on a plant? Stargazer lilies would be perfect, and they bloom for as much as six to eight weeks. You can also consider draperies, bed coverings, maybe an area rug; the overall look won’t be overwhelming but will still make a strong color statement. Even small details such as fringe on cushions or tiebacks on flowered drapes, because the smallest amounts of color as vivid as magenta will catch your eye every time.

You could go all out if your bathroom is predominantly white, and choose a flowered shower curtain that incorporates magenta, and then splash out on towels that harmonize with those flowers.

While you might think you have to limit yourself to harmonizing shades of red or pink, you can pop it up with bright yellow, or cool it down with sage, both combinations which are often seen in decorating sites and magazines. Try some of the colors that compose it; a good blue-purple (think of the artwork you’ve seen that’s all tropical flowers, in their most vivid shades.) And you can use it in surprising ways: imagine opening seemingly ordinary cabinets and seeing magenta interiors, or what about a collection of milk glass displayed with magenta behind it?

Maybe a rug on your sun porch, surrounded by wicker furniture and lots of plants. African violets in bloom often have magenta blossoms! Whichever way you choose to incorporate this year’s beautiful color, it will certainly warm the winter months as you begin to anticipate spring. Look out your windows at the snowy scenery and warm your mind with hot, tropical colors. n

around michiana

JAN. 1-31 (SELECTED DATES) | SOUTH BEND

FARMERS MARKET

Indoor market featuring home-grown produce, dairy products, meats, eggs, maple syrup, jams and jellies, handcrafts, artwork, jewelry, more.

7 a.m. to 3 p.m. Tuesday, Thursday, Friday, Saturday 1105 Northside Blvd. 574-282-1259 southbendfarmersmarket.com

JAN. 6 | GOSHEN

FIRST FRIDAY: “FIRE AND ICE FESTIVAL”

Featuring professional ice carvers and fire dancers.

5-9 p.m. Friday

Free admission Downtown area 574-312-9922 downtowngoshen.org

MULTI-EVENT VENUES

LERNER THEATER | ELKHART

• Jan. 27, Tusk: The World’s No. 1 Tribute to Fleetwood Mac, 8 p.m. Friday, $39 to $59 410 S. Main St. 574-293-4469 thelerner.com

ST. JOSEPH COUNTY PARKS | SOUTH BEND

• Jan. 13, 20, 27, “Click and Go!” cross-country skiing lessons, 3-5 p.m. Friday, Red Barn, SP, $15/person. Please arrive 15-20 minutes before start of program.

• Jan. 7, Overhead and Underfoot: Winter’s Secrets, Part 1 of 3, 8:30-10 a.m. Saturday, Harvest Room, SP, $15/person for three-part series, registration and payment required by Jan. 4.

• Jan. 14, Cross-County Ski Class, 9:3011:30 a.m. Saturday, Red Barn, SP, $15/ person, registration and payment required by Jan. 11.

• Jan. 18, Creative Canvas, 6-8 p.m. Wednesday, Brown Barn, SP, $20/person, painting supplies provided, registration required by Jan. 10.

• Jan. 19, “Winter Fling for the Little

Ones,” 10 a.m.-noon Thursday, Brown Barn, SP, special activities for children 5 and under, $5/child, free for age 2 and under, registration and payment required by Jan. 17.

• Jan. 27, Cake and Cardio for National Chocolate Cake Day, 10 a.m.-4 p.m. Friday, Red Barn, SP, $1 per slice of cake, regular rental for skis and snowshoes.

• Jan. 28, Sweet and Savory Maple Cuisine, 11 a.m.-1:30 p.m. Saturday, Nature Center West Wing, BW, $15/ person, registration required by Jan. 25. St. Patrick’s County Park (SP), 50651 Laurel Road, South Bend; Bendix Woods County Park (BW), 56960 Timothy Road, New Carlisle; Ferrettie/Baugo Creek County Park (F/B), 57057 Ash Road, Osceola 574-654-3155

MORRIS PERFORMING ARTS CENTER | SOUTH BEND

• Jan 20, Nate Bargatze: “The Be Funny Tour,” 7 p.m. Friday, $39.75 to $79.75. 211 N. Michigan St. 574-235-9190

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How to be a nurturing plant parent in three easy steps

(StatePoint) Plants add color, life and vibrancy to your home’s indoor and outdoor spaces and can even improve indoor air quality. However, if you are new to plant ownership, you may be wondering how to make your foliage thrive. Here’s are three tips for healthier plants:

Make a move: Many plants that do well outdoors in the warmer months can’t tolerate the cold. So don’t wait for subfreezing temperatures to bring planters indoors for the season. Be sure to give your newly-transported plants the right amount of light. This may require using special grow lights. Keep in mind though that different types of plants thrive better with different color spectrums and intensities, so group plants under the right lights accordingly. If your indoor air is dry in winter, you may find misting the leaves of your warm climate and tropical plants will help provide needed humidity.

Prevent pests: Unfortunately, keeping houseplants often attracts insects that can harm them and bug you. But there are steps you can take to prevent a pest problem in your home. One important thing you can do is to be sure you are not overwatering plants. Too much water in effect drowns plants. It can also create standing water that becomes a breeding ground for flying insects. You can also provide round-the-clock protection from fruit flies, gnats and flies by plugging a Zevo Flying Insect Trap into a regular outlet near your plants and wherever flying insects enter your home or gather. Rather than chemical insecticides, the traps use multi-spectrum light technology to attract flying bugs into a discreet glue sheet cartridge. When the cartridge is full, replace it and toss the used one without ever having to touch a dead bug. To learn more, visit zevoinsect.com.

Know your lifestyle and limitations: There are many plant species that while beautiful, don’t require much care. So, if you’re new to owning plants, consider starting out with lower-maintenance options, such as succulents or snake plants. Because these plants don’t need much water, they are also great options for those who travel frequently or those who are simply forgetful. Have furry friends? Always check whether a given plant is toxic to pets before bringing one home.

Having a green thumb can seem like magic. However, with the right tools and knowledge, anyone can become a nurturing plant parent. n

Does color affect our ME NT AL HE ALTH ?

By BethAnne Brink-Cox House and Home Feature Writer

Though we might say we have the blues, most people identify depression as gray. Think about that for a minute–gray skies do seem pretty gloomy, while blue skies generally lift our spirits. Why is that? What’s behind that?

Studies have shown blue and green create a calming atmosphere, definite ly a reason so many waiting rooms and doctors offic es are often painted in those colors. Close your eyes and envision a spring meadow, with bright shades of green as the earth wakes up to another season, and the clear cerulean sky above (with maybe some puffy white clouds for good measure.) It can be just that simple!

Chris Doncaster of Doncaster Flooring explained they’re often asked for uplifting colors in their designs.

“Color and health are becoming more popular as the pandemic has hit. People are watching their health and looking ahead to also stay healthy. Not only by watching their diet and cleanliness, but also looking at color.

“Color can help psychologically, help with anxiety and depression when we come into these winter months as

things become dreary and cold.”

She further explained, “Paint colors can influence your feeling and your home to help calm, soothe, energize and stimulate. Colors feed your mind, body, spirit needs and goals with a visual reac tion.”

Colors affect us in more ways apart from our homes than we might realize. Most fast food places, especially in the early years, used lots of red, orange and yellow shades in their decor, wrappers, signage, everything down to the tables, chairs and the trays the food came on. Why would they do that? Well, orange and yellow can stimulate appetite and red is all about passion and energy.

It’s also the reason we see so much red and pink on Valentine’s Day–all those heart shaped boxes of chocolates! Red means love to 68% of people, and pink speaks love to 50%. (Not to mention all the red we see at Christmas–big red ribbons, Salvation Army kettles, Rudolph’s nose–they all have an impact of one sort of another.)

It’s also true that colors are more seasonal than we might realize: summer clothes are almost always fresh, bright colors, shades that make you think ‘beach’ and flowers and sunlit water, while winter clothes are usually darker, more dramatic shades.

Does that mean that getting out your summer clothes–or buying new ones–is an automatic lift of the spirit? Well, for some it might do exactly that. In homes where people slipcover their furniture, it’s a pretty likely bet there are summer patterns and fall/winter patterns and colors.

Debbie Carpenter of Sweet Water Interiors, Goshen, said, “We just go with more cheerful colors if a room has a darker shade of paint and they’re ready for more brightness. Lighter tones and brighter tones of fabrics, accessories–some that are really fun, like accent pillows with happy sayings. We have everything from area rugs to lamps with designs that are cheerful. Artwork is good, too, like a painting of trees, you know, the glitter in the painting of shadows? There are wonderful happy colors everywhere. And light fixtures can be fun and light-hearted, maybe with beads? It just depends on your chosen decor.”

Doncaster added, “Besides paint colors we look at flooring. Taking these colors and finishes by doing a light color throughout helps make the space look bigger, not claustrophobic. Getting back to nature colors makes you feel relaxed.”

Incorporating this knowledge into our mental health, especially through the winter months, can be very important, and it can be as simple as letting in more natural light–think about the dazzle of sunlight on snow, which might seem colorless, but really isn’t–look more closely, and you just might spot a rainbow or two. n

Laundry Room What’s Trending in the

By Dani Messick House and Home Feature Writer

Forever the bane of our existence, the primary goal of most households when it comes to laundry is making it quick and convenient, but let’s face it - laundry’s not convenient. We’ve made tremendous strides from the washbasin/board combo, but we always want more.

According to Energy Star, the average American household washes around 300 loads of laundry per year. Estimated to last around 10 years, that means your washer and dryer will wash nearly 3,000 loads of laundry in their lifetime. If you’re in the market for a new one after a decade with old reliable, there’s a lot to consider, and not everything is worth the money.

“Maybe I’m just jaded,” admitted Bob Micunek of Lee Supply Corp. He’s been in the appliance business for almost 40 years and has seen his share of changes in the industry and its products.

In the 1980s, washing machine manufacturers began letting us control the water level, spin speed, and load size, considering the color of the load, the material, temperature of the water and even adding options for additional types of cycles. Then in the late 1990s, the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency began offering its Energy Star logo to units that used 30 percent less energy and 50 percent less water than their counterparts.

The Modified Energy Factor will tell you how efficiently a prospective washer runs. To qualify for Energy Star, washers must have an MEF rat-

ing of 1.80 or higher, but Micunek says his customers don’t seem to care much.

“People talk a great game about ‘green building’ but when it comes to paying for it, they don’t care,” he said.

Instead, Micunek says his customers care more about the price and the ways the unit saves them time.

“They want clean dishes, they want clean clothes, they want it done quickly, and they want it cheap, and they want the product to work,” he explained.

What people want, he said, is large capacity, so they can do sheets, blankets and even rugs.

“The new machines are huge,” Micunek said. “You can wash just about anything in them.”

In addition to that, high speeds of front load washing machines, especially, Micunek said, wring those large pieces dry much more efficiently too, allowing them to be hung to dry quickly.

When it comes to efficiency, Micunek admitted front-loading units are more efficient than top-loading units because they are able to squeeze more water out, reducing drying time in the dryer. n

Committing to a contractor

What to know before the project begins

By Julie Young House and Home Feature Writer

The New Year is a great time to plan for your future and homeowners looking to build, renovate or remodel their abodes know finding the perfect firm to partner with is a great place to start. Your contractor will oversee your project and ensure it is completed on time, on budget and as efficiently as possible so it is important you choose the best collaborator for the job.

BE OUR GUEST

Greg Kralis with Milestone Construction said when meeting with contractors, homeowners should interview at least three firms and look for people who conduct themselves as if they are guests in your home. First impressions are lasting impressions so homeowners should want a prospective contractor to take his or her shoes off, or place booties on their feet while walking through the home and above all, they should present homeowners with a list of references of previous clients.

“I prefer when contractors have clients versus customers because it usually means they have worked with them more than once and have a good working relationship with them,” he said. “Do not base your impression of a contractor based on reviews that appear online, but rather by the conversations you have with the individuals who are happy to talk about their project and eager to talk about what it was like to work with a particular firm. If you can see the finished project, that’s even better.”

In addition to previous clients, it is also a good idea to try and talk to a firm’s subcontractors to learn how they treat their auxiliary employees. Do they pay on time? Do they

micromanage the process or are they a team player? All these things will tell you a lot about the contractor you are considering.

“At the end of the day, you are only as good as your competition,” Kralis said.

COMMUNICATION IS KEY

When you find a contractor who is right for you, take the time to hammer out all facets of the project and get it in writing before construction begins. It is important for the homeowner to educate themselves about what all is entailed in the project and get all of their questions answered before stepping back and letting the contractor do what they do best. Kralis said he appreciates homeowners who are involved in their project and who are aware of delays and supply chain issues that are outside of a contractor’s control.

“Once you do your homework and get the process started, then everything will fall into place,” Kralis said. “A good contractor will thank the people who work for him and will welcome your feedback, provided you are not looking over his shoulder.” n

Quick tips for finding your contractor

- Interview at least three firms.

- Take note of how they enter your home.

- Ask for several references and call them all.

- Drive by to see their work or ask former clients to show you the project.

- Get everything in writing.

- Let the contractor work their magic.

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Get Cookin’

KITCHEN TRENDS FOR 2023

By Julie Young House and Home Feature Writer

As the heart of the home, the kitchen is where fashion intersects with function and with today’s home-centric lifestyles, our kitchens must perform like never before. Experts say kitchen trends for 2023 focus on high style, low maintenance and multi-functional formats which are warm, welcoming and cutting-edge spaces the whole family can enjoy!

A TOUCH OF CHARACTER

Tammy Chase at Modern Kitchen said she is very excited about the new trends for New Year. Over the past couple of months, she has noticed kitchens are embracing warmer tones and incorporating some extra character in the various elements. Natural finishes are giving way to richer stains as well as pops of colors, unconventional islands, low maintenance backsplashes and a mixture of metals.

“People are embracing blues and greens in their cabinetry, and I think we are going to start seeing some more matte black finishes as well,” she said. “Kitchen islands are not only more multi-functional but they are also evolving beyond the basic rectangle. In addition, homeowners are choosing to use a different countertop finish to make those islands stand out.”

Branigan Stackman at Hydro Shield of Michiana said she too is seeing homeowners look for those features that will make their kitchens stand out. Although quartz has been a popular choice for homeowners in recent years thanks in part to the color selection, she is seeing a return to natural stone with organic movement.

“No matter what material they choose for their surfaces, I help them protect it by analyzing the porosity of the material and applying the Hydro Shield protective coating, which penetrates the stone and provides and invisible barrier over the top,” she said.

CREATURE COMFORTS

While some homeowners are eager to embrace new trends, others stick with the tried and true but mix things up in other areas of the space. Kerey Defreese at Cana Cabinetry says Shaker style cabinets continue to be popular with his clients along with the white and grey colors and finishes that have been a staple of the home in recent years. He says although some people look at the more innovative colors, others find it hard to step out of their comfort zones.

“Everyone is trying to get an alternative to painted white and although I’m seeing some blues and greens, they don’t sell as well,” he said. “Let’s face it, kitchen cabinetry is a major investment and if you goof, then that’s an expensive experiment.”

Chase said even for those who are a little hesitant to change things up, there are still some trends they can use to update their kitchens for the new year.

Backsplashes are utilizing larger tiles to minimize the amount of grout homeowners must clean as well as more durable wallpapers to give their space some pizazz.

“A lot of people are choosing to keep their homes rather than sell, especially baby boomers who are looking to age in place,” she said. “Luckily, when it comes to today’s kitchen, there are options for everybody!” n

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Photo courtesy of Terra Nelson Home

Photo courtesy of Dream Kitchens

Butterscotch

Pie

Adapted from “Georgia Cooking in an Oklahoma Kitchen” by Trisha Yearwood © Clarkson Potter 2008. Provided courtesy of Trisha Yearwood. All rights reserved. Courtesy of Foodnetwork.com

Ingredients:

1 cup packed light brown sugar

4 tablespoons heavy cream

3 tablespoons unsalted butter

2 cups milk

3 tablespoons cornstarch

Directions:

3 large eggs, separated

1/2 teaspoon vanilla extract

Pinch of salt

1/4 cup granulated sugar

One 9-inch pie crust, homemade or purchased, prebaked as directed

1. Preheat the oven to 350 degrees F.

2. In a medium saucepan, stir together the brown sugar, heavy cream and butter. Cook over medium heat until the sugar dissolves and the mixture comes to a full boil, becoming thick and brown, about 5 minutes. Remove from the heat. Reserve 1 tablespoon of the milk. Slowly add the remaining milk to the sugar mixture.

3. Whisk together the cornstarch, egg yolks, vanilla and reserved 1 tablespoon of milk in a medium bowl. Add the cornstarch mixture to the sugar mixture over medium-low heat and cook, stirring constantly, until thick, about 3 minutes. Pour the filling into the prebaked pie crust.

One-Pot Chicken

by Chef Michael Symon Foodnetwork.com

Ingredients: 2 tablespoons oil 2 pounds cut-up chicken (any variety of parts) Salt and pepper 1 medium onion, sliced 2 cloves garlic, minced 1 medium carrot, sliced into disks

Directions:

1 celery stalk, sliced 1 cup water, wine or stock 2 cups crushed tomatoes One 16-ounce can beans, drained 1 cup fresh greens or herbs (if you have them)

1. Heat a large pot over medium heat. Add the oil. Season the chicken with salt and pepper. Add the chicken to the pot and cook until browned, turning as needed, about 3 minutes per side (you may need to cook in batches). Remove the chicken to a baking sheet or plate as done.

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4. Make a meringue by beating the egg whites and a pinch of salt with an electric mixer until they begin to set stiff. Add the granulated sugar and continue beating until the whites are stiff and hold peaks. Spread the meringue on top of the pie, taking care to spread it to the edges of the crust. Bake until light brown, about 10 minutes.

2. Add the onions and a pinch of salt to the pot and saute about 2 minutes. Add the garlic, carrot and celery and saute about 2 minutes.

3. Add the liquid to the pot and stir with a wooden or other heatproof spoon, scraping up the bottom of the pot for the tasty bits. Add the tomatoes and beans and bring to simmer.

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4. Return the chicken to the pot and bring to a simmer. Cook until the chicken is cooked through, 10 to 15 minutes. Or, bake at 350 degrees F, uncovered, until the chicken is cooked through.

Did You Know?

It’s the start of a new year, the first ‘23 in of the second millennium AD. People today have heard stories of the last ‘23 of the first millennium, likely from their grandparents. Here’s a list of a few things that happened in 1923, 100 years ago:

In Thebes, Egypt, English archaeologist Howard Carter, after searching for over 30 years, found the burial chamber of the boy Pharoah Tutankhamen.

It’s widely claimed many of the people involved in the opening of his tomb fell victim to the “Curse of the Pharaoh,” also known as King Tut’s Curse, including financier of the expedition George Edward Stanhope Molyneux Herbert, fifth Earl of Carnarvon, who died on March 25, 1923.

Time magazine was first published by Briton Hadden and Henry Luce. Despite being only 32 pages long, the concise weekly news magazine became a hit, with the slogan “Take Time - It’s Brief.” By 1927, the magazine boasted a circulation of 175,000 and was known as the most influential newsmagazine in the country.

Time’s format of systematic, concise and well-organized newsgathering became the basis for most news magazines today, who began arranging departments to cover beats such as national and international affairs, business, education, science, medicine, law, religion, sports, books and the arts.

By Dani Messick House and Home Feature Writer

The first commercial supplies of insulin came from Canada, thanks to surgeon Frederick G. Banting, Charles H. Best and J.J.R. Macleod at the University of Toronto, and James Collip and their research beginning in 1921. Banting, Collip and Best were awarded U.S. patents on insulin on Jan. 23 of that year and they sold the patents to the University of Toronto for $1 each.

Months later, Banting and Macleod were awarded the 1923 Nobel Prize in Physiology or Medicine. Banting split his half of the money with Best, and Macleod split his half of the money with Collip.

Nazis Failed Coup D'etat

Four brothers, Harry, Albert, Sam and Jack Warner, established Warner Brothers in 1923 as an independent film industry. Today, the company, founded by Jewish immigrants, is known for its array of TV, animation, and video games including Looney Tunes, Austin Powers, Scooby Doo, Willy Wonka & the Chocolate Factory, the Lord of the Rings movie series, DC Comics, and hundreds more through its collection of subsidiaries.

Yankee Stadium Officially Opened

Babe Ruth hit the ballpark’s first home run in the stadium on Opening Day 1923 the Bronx in New York City. Yankee Stadium hosted 37 World Series during its existence, with the Yankees winning 26 of them. The stadium hosted 100 World Series games, and 161 postseason games, more than any other stadium in baseball history.

The stadium hosted its final baseball game on Sept. 21, 2008 before being replaced.

Known as the Beer Hall Putsch, the incident caused Adolf Hitler, leader of the growing Nazi Party, to be convicted of treason and sentenced to five years in prison. Unhappy with the terms of the Treaty of Versailles, the peace settlement at the end of World War I, which required many concessions and reparations from Germany for its part in the war. The plan was to have Bavarian state commissioner Gustav von Kahr lead a march on Berlin to overthrow the Weimar Republic. Hitler took hundreds of followers and surrounded Bürgerbräukeller in Munich on Nov. 8 fired a shot into the ceiling and declared a “national revolution,” and attempted to kidnap Von Kahr and two colleagues to ransom the country.

Hitler left to deal with other matters and his followers were supposed to take over government buildings in Munich, but the city’s military troops overpowered them.

Hitler spent less than a year in jail, though, during which time he produced “Mein Kampf,” his political autobiography. The failed coup and trial turned Hitler into a national figure, allowing him to eventually rebuild the Nazi Party. n