Koenig winches. Series II - IIA vehicles originally. General: This winch was in production from the late 1950's through the mid, late 1960's. The winch is no longer produced and Koenig Iron Works of Houston no longer has any parts for this winch.
Chronic diseases and increased mortality are often cited as the hallmark of old age. There is a long-standing belief that aging and diseases are inseparable. However, studies have revealed that aging is inevitable, but diseases are not.
Bacterial diseases. Written By: Bacterial diseases, any of a variety of illnesses caused by bacteria. Until the mid-20th century, bacterial pneumonia was probably the leading cause of death among the elderly. Improved sanitation, vaccines, and antibiotics have all decreased the mortality rates from bacterial infections, though antibiotic-resistant strains have caused a resurgence in some illnesses.