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Today in American History - November 16
Learn what happened today - November 16th - in American History.
Cleopatra's Sisters are the Stars in New Novel
Debut novelist Emily Holleman brings to life Cleopatra's two little-known sisters, Berenice and Arsinoe, in her new book, Cleopatra's Shadows (October 2016, Little, Brown).
Making History: The Battle of the Coral Sea
The Battle of the Coral Sea was fought May 4-8, 1942, and was a strategic victory for the Allies. In the first naval battle fought entirely with aircraft, Allied naval forces were able to block a Japanese drive through the Coral Sea to Port Moresby. When the Battle of the Coral Sea ended, the Japane
Korean War Pictures - Marines in the Snow
A picture of Marines moving on to the link-up point through wet, stinging snow and ice, during the Korean War.
The Adam and His Two Sons-Early Age
This article is about the early life of Adam A.S and Eve. You will learn about the birth of the four children of the father of humanity.
The Rise and Fall of Julius Caesar's Political Life
Julius Caesar and his rise to power in the Roman Republic and the relationship between Caesar and Sulla. Also, Julius Caesar, Pompey, and Crassus as the First Triumvirate.
St. Margaret's Chapel
One of the enduring symbols of Scotland, Edinburgh Castle dominates the landscape of the city. Occupied since the mid-2nd century, the Castle Rock and Edinburgh Castle have served as a fortress, palace, and a prison. Edinburgh Castle has evolved over the centuries and now serves as museum, ceremonia
Today in American History - April 17
Learn what happened today - April 17th - in American History.
American Flag History
History of the American Flag. Learn about American flag history from 1777 to the present.
Yugoslavia:
In 600 BC the Greek set trading posts in the east of the Adriatic coast, over time they founded new colonies and influenced the native tribes. In 3 BC Rome conquered the western part of the Adriatic c
Description of Art Deco Furniture
Art Deco was an important artistic genre that included furniture design. It modernized many themes and artistic styles from past art. It contains influences from the Egyptians, Mayans, Greeks, Romans, and Far and Middle Greece. Designs from nature and automobiles are indicative of Art Deco, accordin
The history of the Etruscans
The first evidence of Etruscan inscriptions dates to about 750 BCE, and use a script which was based on the early Euboean alphabet, learned from the Greeks at Cumae.
Who Was Truman Capote?
Short, with a soft voice, and homosexual, Truman Capote was not easy to forget. In the limelight as much for being the author of Breakfast at Tiffany's and In Cold Blood as his lively personality, Truman Capote was a very popular celebrity in his lifetime.
The Goddess of Love's Not-So-Secret Love Children
Aphrodite was the goddess of love, and she sure enjoyed making it. Here are five of her lesser-known kids who had a big impact on myths.
Who is "Mother of the Civil Rights Movement?"
Septima Poinsette Clark was an educator and civil rights activist. As director of citizenship schools help spur the Montgomery Bus Boycott and voter registration drive.
Differences between Art Deco, Art Nouveau, Edwardian and Victorian
Art Deco, Art Nouveau and artistic work produced during the Edwardian and Victorian Eras can be found in architecture, paintings, home decor and crafts. Each has their own distinctive style, which varies from the colors utilized to the overall theme to the line formations. While they may have some o