The Head of the Statue of Liberty was Displayed in 1878
The Statue of Liberty, a gift from France to the United States, rose above New York harbor in 1886 and became a welcoming symbol to immigrants arriving from around the world.
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Icicles on the Pad
A picture of icicles on the launch pad on the day the Space Shuttle Challenger launched.
A Guide to China’s Dynasties
List of the imperial dynasties of China, from the early mythical dynasties to the Qing dynasty.
Famous Ancient Figures With Epilepsy
Some of the famous ancient leaders and mythological figures had epilepsy.
This Day in African History: 7 September
A chronicle of events in African history on 7 September
All about the history of the settler's cabin
In the 1800's in the Eastern Charlotte area of Vermont, the first settler's cabins were constructed. During their journey across the frontier, loggers, American settlers and trappers
Robben Island Prison Museum: Leper Cemetery
Gallery of images of Robben Island, World Heritage Site and Apartheid era prison: Leper Cemetery.
How to Paint Abstract Expressionism
The Abstract Expressionists were referred to as action painters. Their raw paintings featured prominent brushstrokes that served to record the artists' expressive movements and the emotions that fueled them. These revolutionary artists overturned the conventional idea that painting had to be preplan
Mexican-American War: Taylor's Campaign
An examination of US General Zachary Taylor's campaign in northeastern Mexico during the Mexican-American War.
Religion - Fortuna Parvulorum, Perses
Greek Anthology Book I Chapter V Part II - Religion.
Art Projects on American Impressionist Art
Students can learn about American Impressionist art by experimenting with style and technique.campagne 012 image by Alain d"ORTOLI from Fotolia.comAmerican Impressionism flourished in the late 1800s, and the artists who embraced this style were influential throughout the century. Their...
Final Fight: Battle of Eutaw Springs
The Battle of Eutaw Springs was fought September 8, 1781, during the American Revolution. Encountering Colonel Alexander Stewart at Eutaw Springs, Major General Nathanael Green elected to give battle. In a back and forth contest, neither side gained a decisive advantage and the Battle of Eutaw Sprin
Iqbal Masih (Page 2)
Iqbal Masih was a young Pakastani boy who was forced into bonded labor at age four. After being freed at age ten, Iqbal became an activist against bonded child labor. He became a martyr for his cause when he was murdered at age 12.
The Many Vital Contributions Ancient Greeks Made to Scientific Knowledge
Read about the important inventions attributed to early Greek scientists. This list is in chronological order.
What Are Realism Themes?
Realism is not only prevalent as a movement and a style in literature, it is also a philosophical perspective. Realist literature is just one aesthetic output of the philosophical development of realism. In general, realism is understood as the approaching a situation as it is. In literature, it is
The French-Indian War
The French-Indian War - Britain and France in the The French-Indian War in America
History of the Academy Awards
A look at the 50th Academy Awards ceremony, held on April 3, 1978.
The Story of Aurelia Cotta, Mother of Julius Caesar
This Mother's Day, celebrate with Aurelia Cotta, mom to the one and only Julius Caesar.