Most of us have been taught that dragons are the stuff of myth and legend. However, if we reject the scientific dogma and pay attention to the evidence left by our ancestors we will see that they were very real. The ancient Chinese even included this creature in their zodiac because it, the like the eleven other animals, was a part of their everyday experiences.
Words: 793 Downloads: 0 Category: History By: A. MacleanIn 1673, in the Dutch fortress-city of Maastricht, a legendary French hero died fighting for King and Country. He was a lifelong soldier, a spy for Cardinal Mazarin, and a close confidante to King Louis XIV. His name was Charles deBatz Castelmore; history would remember him as d´Artagnan of the Musketeers.
Words: 901 Downloads: 0 Category: History By: Scott PerryIf you would like to get started with researching your family´s history, then read these tips first, so you can start your research off on the right foot. The tips advise about focusing your search, using the step-by-step approach, keeping notes of your research, taking advantage of others´ knowledge, being critical of your findings, doing background reading, and taking into account changing names.
Words: 510 Downloads: 0 Category: History By: Constance BourgIn history class, students learn about dates, events and war battles. Information and stories about the lives of real people in history are rarely found. Here is a segment telling what "soldiers" experienced during the Civil War.This article is aimed at pre-teens.
Words: 394 Downloads: 0 Category: History By: Ava SummersA profile of Arizona Doniie "Ma" Barker, and her role in the crime spree of her sons´ Barker-Karpis Gang in the 1920s and 1930s. Historians disagree as to whether Ma Barker was an active participant in her sons´ crimes or merely a protective mother. Ma Barker was branded a dangerous criminal by J. Edgar Hoover of the FBI, and was nicknamed "Bloody Mama." The life and death of Ma Barker became the subject of numerous films and books.
Words: 678 Downloads: 0 Category: History By: Wendy MorseCorsages are a popular fashion accessory worn for special occasions. They have changed in form and style ever since people began to use flowers for their own adornment. This article highlights their evolution and reasons for their popularity.
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