Archive for the ‘History’ Category
Wednesday, December 5th, 2007
Central Iowa has a number of fascinating history in the political world and one of the most interesting is Carrie Chapman Catt, a leader of the U.S. woman suffrage movement, founder of the League of Women Voters, crusader for international peace, and an advocate for the expansion of women’s rights throughout the world.  How interesting it is to study the movement, to see the difficulties that the movement had to overcome to gain equality in the polls for women and the dedication of women (and some men) to the cause in the Carrie Chapman Catt Center for Women and Politics located on the campus of Iowa State University in Ames.
If you have an interest in politics and want to study the history of the women’s movement you will want to visit Central Iowa and the museum at ISU.
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Tuesday, August 21st, 2007
We have to think about the real Air Force One meaning. Since President Franklin D. Roosevelt was the first President in office to travel by plane in 1943, air travel has been the favorite transport for every President since. Air Force One is the title by which the planes that transport the leader are identified. The fleet used for the purpose was two Boeing 707 that began operating in 1962. The current fleet is served by two Boeing 747, which have served the President from 1990. For shorter journeys, the US Marine helicopter known as Marine One is used.
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Eric Raymond
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Monday, August 20th, 2007
Whether its the struggle for freedom or thoughts on the current political front, African American Art continues to portray current and past beliefs in the African American community. In the 60’s, artists used images of black power, Malcolm X and racism’s effect on America as powerful subject matter to convey their political beliefs. Todays artist also promote their art by telling of modern day struggles and the stating their political beliefs through their artistic expression.
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Monday, July 23rd, 2007
This is a sorta interesting article about the recent history of dogs in politics. I don’t know if you HAVE to have a dog to be President of the United States – but if you look at the statistics, it certainly seems to help!
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Tuesday, March 6th, 2007
For those considered to be male chauvinists, men in ancient Greece did not seem to be bothered by the fact that they wore basically the same thing as the women were. If there were jeans available in ancient Greece, would they have opted for those? Read more at Ancient Greece Clothing
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Tuesday, February 27th, 2007
The official national anthem of Australia, Advance Australia Fair, was composed by Peter Dodds McCormick, a Glasgow-born citizen who used the alias “Amicus” which meant “friend” in the nineteenth century. It was first sung by Andrew Fairfax during a function in Sydney on the celebration of St. Andrew’s Day on November 30, 1878. The song swiftly gained popularity, and soon after was performed by a `ten-thousand-member choir’ with their own amended version at the inaugural ceremony of the Commonwealth of Australia in 1901. Six years later, the Australian Government honored McCormick for his composition with £100. Read more at Advance Australia Fair
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Tuesday, February 20th, 2007
I have always thought of myself as a rebel, but after studying a little bit of the history of African Americans, I realize it is my parents that are the rebels. They were willing to risk everything – their safety, their freedom, even their life – to make things better for me and my generation. Studying African American history has taught me that I should be grateful to them for the sacrifices that they made. More importantly, it has taught me that it is crucial that I make the most of myself. Being aware of African American history means that I know how hard it was to get to where we are today. I must not squander the chances that I have been given.
Continue reading this article about African American history, or discover much more family information at AtTheFamilyPlace.com.
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Tuesday, January 30th, 2007
The US has temples from New York City down to Tennessee. There are several in England and one in Scotland. Other Buddhist temples are in India, Thailand, Nepal, Singapore, Canada and Bhutan. Many temples around the world are still working temples with monks observing all the rituals. They can be heard chanting and using bells and gongs. The story of the religion is often depicted by symbols, which are associated with the life of Buddha, and these appear in the Buddhist temples.
Full article at Buddhist Temples
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Thursday, January 4th, 2007
Written By : David McCullough
Narrator : David McCullough
Publisher : Simon & Schuster
12 hours
Type : American Pre 1900
Based on extensive research in both American and British archives, 1776 is the story of Americans in the ranks, men of every shape, size, and color, farmers, schoolteachers, shoemakers, no-accounts, and mere boys turned soldiers. And it is the story of the British commander, William Howe, and his highly disciplined redcoats who looked on their rebel foes with contempt and fought with a valor too little known. But it is the American commander-in-chief who stands foremost — Washington, who had never before led an army in battle.
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Friday, November 17th, 2006
The john macarthur commentary is one of the resources that has been used to show the mentality that made a modern witch hunt for Communism that ravaged the American culture after the events that concluded World War II. Discover more about American Communism at this site.
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Wednesday, October 18th, 2006
When I was young, I was a tomboy.
I played with the other boys in the street in games like soccer and cricket. I wasn’t remotely interested in dolls or anything girly. I didn’t want to do skipping games, in fact everything the girls in the neighborhood did looked very boring. My toys were also of the tomboy persuasion and I had 10 toys which I played with the most.
Rainy days were often spent inside with my fort.
It was a well built fort with look out posts. The cavalry soldiers guarded it against the Indian invaders. It was probably the best of my favorite 10 toys. I also had a farm, which had pigs, horses, sheep and cattle. There was a big tree and a well. I made the farmer and his wife work very hard, milking the cows and driving the animals to market.
I also had racing cars which were a bit beat up but I loved them anyway.
I gave each one the name of a racing driver, so there was Stirling Moss, Jack Brabham, Allan Clarke and Graham Hill. A list of favorite..
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Comments and ideas are welcome!
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Wednesday, October 18th, 2006
Even though I have a pretty sizeable collection already, I am always looking for additional World War II posters to buy. I like to rotate the ones that I have on display so that I get to enjoy a variety of different looks in my house. In order to do this, I like to purchase vintage World War II posters on a regular basis. Because I buy so frequently, I have a few websites that I go back to again and again. These are websites that I can trust to have a great selection of quality World War II posters in stock for the lowest prices around. In addition, these online retailers have shown time and again that they handle my World War II posters with care and ship them in solid containers that won’t get bent or crushed in the mail. That’s why they get my repeat business.
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Sunday, October 8th, 2006
The Grover Cleveland Library is a project of Free New York, Inc., a nonprofit, nonpartisan public policy research corporation based in Buffalo but serving New York State. Our application for tax exempt status is pending. If and when we are approved, we will begin to accept donations of Grover Cleveland books and memorabilia and look for a suitable location for the museum.
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Monday, September 18th, 2006
How’s life treating you? Are you happy so far? Maybe there are a few things you’d like to change. Hey, this is nothing out of the ordinary. We are all often searching for more in our everyday lifestyles. There’s just so much out there. Whether you are in need of a higher income, a better love life, or more confidence, you can achieve it with the right attitude. People just like yourself do it every day. Do you want to know the seven habits of highly effective people?
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Monday, August 21st, 2006
Art has evolved greatly over time. Perceptions change and styles change with the generations. Some may consider looking at an art history book as “cheating� because the artist is influenced by others who have gone before him. However, the art history book is a source of inspiration.
Read Museums Art History.
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Thursday, March 23rd, 2006
History may not have treated him like this, but the movie is a worthwhile selection!
Nixon Collectors Edition DVD
Collectors editions DVD’s are must haves for the extra features!
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Wednesday, March 8th, 2006
Stand up and say what’s on your mind for the good of your country! Announce your articles and press releases as if your life depended on it!
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