From Caesar to Mussolini....A light hearted romp through Italian history to help explain the fascination of this country today ! Did you know Italy once had 3 popes and Istanbul used to be the capital !
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Posted on June 5, 2009 by AlmanSavannah Georgia A City Rich In History And Culture
Posted on May 25, 2009 by Aura MirchandaniSavannah Georgia is a city that has plenty to see and do and it’s a great place to spend some time exploring. It’s a city rich in history and culture and from the moment you enter you’ll be transported back in time. Savannah was lucky enough to avoid major damage during the War of 1812 and the Civil war. What was destroyed was reconstructed and today it stands proud rich with southern culture. Here you’ll not only find history and culture dating back, you’ll also find architecture and traditi
National Heroes: Who Are They?
Posted on May 25, 2009 by Aura MirchandaniThere are a lot of different factors that go into deciding who is a national hero. There are many individuals who put their lives on the line each day to protect their country or their community. Many individuals feel that their hero is their favorite sports player, but in reality a large number of them did not do anything to be considered a national hero. A hero is most often defined by a action that they did that was considered outstanding or extraordinary. Many individuals have label Marti
5 Favorite Urban Legends and Myths
Posted on May 25, 2009 by Aura MirchandaniOur history is filled with myths and legends some dating back over a thousand years. Story tellers of the past have spun wonderful tales about King Author, Robin Hood, and of course hundreds of others that continue to service generation after generation. Today we create what are referred to as urban legends. Here are 5 favorite urban legends of myths. 1. Alligators In The Sewer - Parents returning home from Florida vacations use to bring back baby alligators for their kids to raise as pets. N
The History Of Mount Everest Climbs
Posted on May 25, 2009 by Aura MirchandaniEverest made its presence known on earth over 60 million years ago. Named after a British surveyor-general of India, Sir George Everest in 1865, it is also known by many other names. In Nepal it is called Sagarmatha meaning goddess of the sky, while in Tibet it is called Chomolungma meaning mother goddess of the universe. And when it comes to climbs Mount Everest has quite a history! Back in 1852 Mount Everest was identified as the world’s tallest mountain capturing the hearts of climbers all
Modern Art Movements
Posted on May 25, 2009 by Aura MirchandaniModern art movements date back to the Industrial Revolution a time of great change in society that was reflected in a rapidly changing art movement. Styles came and went faster than one could track but there wear some movements that were of great importance. 1 Impressionism - Impressionism is where the history of modern art began when a small group of artists began to break away from the very rigid and formal painting styles of Paris. Edouard Manet’s presented his works at the Salon des Refus
Modern Architecture Was Born In Chicago
Posted on May 25, 2009 by Aura MirchandaniChicago is a city rich in history dating back to the 1600s when two French Explorers passed through what is now Chicago. Jean Baptiste Point du Sable a fur trader was the first European settler in Chicago where he built the first settlement at the mouth of the Chicago River in 1779. But Chicago is more than it’s history. It s the birth place of modern architecture. For more than 100 years Chicago has been recognized throughout the world as the capital of both historical and contemporary landm
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Posted on May 25, 2009 by Aura MirchandaniThere are a lot of things that you can learn about Mexican culture, traditions, literature, language, etc. Whether you are planning to travel to Mexico, are interested in learning the language, would like to know more about Mexican life, you will surely enjoy your encounter with Mexican culture and traditions. There is a lot to learn and a lot to be impressed with. Your journey into all things Mexican will be fun and exiting. First thing to learn about is the Mexican history. Mexico has a lon
Mammals Of The Arctic
Posted on May 25, 2009 by Aura MirchandaniThe Artic is rather like Star trek “Where No Man Has Traveled,” okay not quite but only a small percentage of the population every have the opportunity to explore the great white north and observe the mammals of the arctic. If you ever get the chance take an Arctic tour. It’s the most pristine part of the world, with its cold, crisp, and as pure as the driven so. What an amazing backdrop, and there is an amazing amount of wildlife including polar bears, caribou, grizzly bears, oxen, walrus, a
South Korean Exports and Economy
Posted on May 25, 2009 by Aura MirchandaniSouth Korea’s economic growth over the past thirty years has been quite substantial. Per capita gross national product, which was only $100 in 1963, has come to exceed $16,000 in the year 2005. South Korea is currently one of the world’s largest economic nations. The economic profile of South Korea includes sweeping economic reforms of the early 1960s, that were instituted by the Park government. These reforms emphasized labor-intensive light industries and exports. The government of South
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Posted on September 12, 2008 by Robert ThomsonThis is a helpful guide to explain some of the intricacies of culture in Dubai where related to interaction with women.
Hudson’s Bay
Posted on May 25, 2009 by Aura MirchandaniHenry Hudson was a sea Explorer from England that explored mainly during the early seventeenth century. In 1607 Henry Hudson set sail on a ship named the ‘Hopewell’ in order to find a northwest passage to Asia through the Arctic Ocean by way of the North Pole. After ending up in Greenland, Hudson traveled northward and discovered Jan Mayen Island. Hudson Bay was named after the explorer Henry Hudson who discovered and explored the bay in 1610 while on his ship the ‘Discovery’. On Henry Hudson
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Posted on May 25, 2009 by Aura MirchandaniOur history is filled with myths and legends some dating back over a thousand years. Story tellers of the past have spun wonderful tales about King Author, Robin Hood, and of course hundreds of others that continue to service generation after generation. Today we create what are referred to as urban legends. Here are 5 favorite urban legends of myths. 1. Alligators In The Sewer - Parents returning home from Florida vacations use to bring back baby alligators for their kids to raise as pets. N
The Untold Story of Amin's Tyrannical Rule in Uganda.
Posted on December 27, 2008 by TwinoNothing good has ever been said about Amin as the president of Uganda. And I don't see the reason why I should not support it also. It is not my wanting to speak ill of this man but in real sense this man was a bloodthirsty animal called man.
Famous Army Forts Throughout History
Posted on May 25, 2009 by Aura MirchandaniMilitary camps and training grounds are often referred to as forts. These forms are areas where many military personnel live, work, and train. Many modern forts are set up like traditional communities. These forts make it possible for a member of the military and their family to live like normal everyday citizens. Throughout the world there are thousands of military forts where military personal are trained and lived. There are a large number of forts located throughout the United States. Bel
Sityodtong Muay Thai Legacy
Posted on March 1, 2008 by Robert ThomsonKru Yodtong Senanan's place in Muay Thai history is legendary. That's why just two Muay Thai academies in the United States qualify as recognized affiliates of the Thailand camp that bears his name.
George I. Barnett and Thomas P. Barnett
Posted on November 7, 2008 by Mark Bradley143George I. Barnett was a great genius in St. Louis' long, rich architectural history. His son Thomas P. Barnett then went on to continue the legacy and create some spectacular buildings of his own.
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Posted on June 1, 2009 by Gary MullenThe exact history of the bodhran has never really been discovered. There are various theories regarding how the instrument came to be, as well as many theories relating to how the instrument has been used throughout its life. This article investigates these different theories and, examines how the bodhran is used today.
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Posted on May 25, 2009 by Aura MirchandaniThe Imperial guard was a group of elite soldiers, originally, of the French Military. Napoleon the first was their commander in chief. They served as his elite guards and commandos but he hardly ever used them in battle. Garde du Directoire was the guards’ origins which help to protect the French revolutionaries. They started out being fanatical republican supporters but as Napoleon rose to power he elected them as his own personal body guards. The Imperial Guard had three wings in it. The fi
Mexican culture, traditions, literature, language and much more
Posted on May 25, 2009 by Aura MirchandaniThere are a lot of things that you can learn about Mexican culture, traditions, literature, language, etc. Whether you are planning to travel to Mexico, are interested in learning the language, would like to know more about Mexican life, you will surely enjoy your encounter with Mexican culture and traditions. There is a lot to learn and a lot to be impressed with. Your journey into all things Mexican will be fun and exiting. First thing to learn about is the Mexican history. Mexico has a lon
