Mount Rushmore

Mount Rushmore is a great place to not only sightsee but to learn about our nations history. I went there with my family and mother-in-law, no it was not that bad, I enjoy spending time with my wife"s mother and we get along very well. We had a great time and learned some about the history and how the great monument to some of our nations greatest people was made. 7 images have been uploaded with this article.

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Christmas Safety Tips

By following a few simple rules you can have a fun and safe Christmas.

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Civilising the West - Life with the Real Harvey Girls

Made world famous in the movie appropriately named the Harvey Girls, the real Harvey Girls were famous in their own right as they helped to civilize the wild west at a time when the railroad was making its way across the USA and new towns were opening up in its wake. This article gives some background on the real women behind the Hollywood image.

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The Maori: The First People of New Zealand
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The Maori were Polynesians who found the primitive beauty of New Zealand irresistible. Learn about the history and culture of the Maori in New Zealand from the 10th century until the 19th century. Includes information on Kupe, the great migration in the 14th century, the development of the Maori in New Zealand, Abel Tasman, Captain James Cook, and the Treaty of Waitangi.

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Early New Zealand Settlers - The Maori Tribe

Learn about the Maori people, some of the earliest settlers in New Zealand. This article gives a brief explanation of their culture, history and economy.

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Pyramids at Giza

Near Cairo, the modern day capital of Egypt, three giant pyramids stand tall on the Giza plateau. The massive structures have remained intact for more than 4500 years. Their amazing size, architecture, and longevity are impressive. Ambitious kings can be credited for undertaking these extraordinary landmarks. Why did they undertake such a monumental task? How did an ancient culture build these time-tested archetectural wonders of the world?

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