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28th September 2009
Archaeological findings show that the bow and arrow has been around for at least 20,000 years. Findings of stone arrow heads in Africa indicate that the bow was invented there possibly as early as 50,000 BC. The bow is considered to be the first machine c... Read >
Author: wbdoyle17th September 2009
Recently, I’ve had the chance to read Thomas Paine’s treatise entitled “Common Sense.” In it, Thomas Paine basically talks about what was happening in his times between the British colonies on the continent of North America and the country of Grea... Read >
Author: rakhi50206th September 2009
Most of us commoners are well aware that VIPs (Very Important Person(s)) get far better care and treatment than we do.
Take the instance of Paris Hilton in the now notorious incident (sigh...what's new) where her family and friends were preferentially ... Read >
Author: jsolutions01003rd September 2009
Most of us commoners are well aware that VIPs (Very Important Person(s)) get far better care and treatment than we do.
Take the instance of Paris Hilton in the now notorious incident (sigh...what's new) where her family and friends were preferentially ... Read >
Author: jsolutions01023rd July 2009
Did you know that in 2005 when Prince of Wales, the future King of England, got engaged to Camilla Parker Bowles, the diamond ring was a platinum engagement ring with 1920s platinum setting with a square-cut central diamond flanked by six diamond baguette... Read >
Author: shweta20th July 2009
Did you know that in 2005 when Prince of Wales, the future King of England, got engaged to Camilla Parker Bowles, the diamond ring was a platinum engagement ring with 1920s platinum setting with a square-cut central diamond flanked by six diamond baguette... Read >
Author: shweta27th June 2009
If Prince Charles can run his car on wine, why can't yours run on water?
By Roy Collins
With gas prices rising again (the laws of commerce dictate that what goes down must go up), more and more money conscious Americans are beginning to look closely... Read >
Author: Roy Collins17th March 2009
As to the manner of sowing, planting, transplanting, and cultivating, what has been said of fruit trees and of garden vegetables and herbs applies here. The ground must be good, well tilled, and kept clean, or the plants and flowers will not be fine.
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Author: Janice Sherwood29th January 2009
The raising of the siege of The Castle of Mont Sorel and Lincoln Castle.
The army of Louis and the barons of England arrived at Dunstable, and there spent the night. In the morning it marched northward, hastening to the relief of the castle of Mont Sor... Read >
Author: Naz Daud21st October 2008
Ever wondered why the Irish flag is green, white and orange?
The national flag of the Republic of Ireland or the "tricolour" as it's more commonly known, depicts our long and eventful history.
The rectangular flag has three equal vertical stripes:... Read >
Author: Mairead Foley24th July 2008
Building started on the Tower of London nearly one thousand years ago and work has continued ever since.
Succeeding Kings and Queens have enlarged the initial structure which commenced in the year 1078.
The Tower of London has always been a Royal Ca... Read >
Author: Dev01st July 2008
The Reading Abbey is a large Abbey that was built by the King of England Henry the First during the 12th century. It is said that the abbey was constructed to "for the salvation of my soul, and the souls of King William, my father, and of King William, my... Read >
Author: eMarketingEye11th May 2008
When you really think about it, the concept of bail is a pretty civilized idea. If you’ve been arrested for a crime, buying your freedom is probably a small price to pay.
The story of bail could be said to have originated in medieval England where th... Read >
Author: Aazdak Alisimo01st May 2008
Lights off, spotlight on you, a hundred eyes popping in your face and you have to deliver a speech. Possible? For famous people like presidents, prime ministers, spokespersons, media channel anchors very possible. But for local people who have never stepp... Read >
Author: Jennie13th February 2008
Guildford is a large town found in Surrey which is located in South East England. Guildford has a beautiful historical background. So, if you walk along the streets of Guildford, you may be sure to see buildings that are more than 100 years old. Guildford... Read >
Author: Discount Web Design05th November 2007
Bible study is an important part of the Christian faith. In these turbulent and busy days the audio Bible has become an important part of Bible study for many people. Even when it is challenging to find the time, audio Bible study is easy and convenient. ... Read >
Author: Susan Slobac31st July 2007
Most of us commoners are well aware that VIPs (Very Important Person(s)) get far better care and treatment than we do.
Take the instance of Paris Hilton in the now notorious incident (sigh...what's new) where her family and friends were preferentially ... Read >
Author: Ba Kiwanuka27th July 2007
The story of King Arthur and the Knights of the Round Table is popular with children (and adults!) throughout the world. Indeed, over the centuries, many visitors have wished to see the real Round Table.
There's great debate among some historians about... Read >
Author: Keith Barrett15th April 2007
Unusually warm and longer summers and the environment have been much talked about subjects in royal circles since Prince Charles started to use his position to push it up the agenda.
Now a new royal has entered the debate, and Monaco's Prince Albert re... Read >
Author: Robert Palmer04th February 2007
Larry King: “Good evening, my name is Count Dracula. I’ve come to suck your blood.”
Britney Spears: “Lawrence Harvey Zeiger what are you talking about?”
Larry King: “You see Britney my latest wife Shawn Southwick is a Mormon, LDS. I marr... Read >
Author: Karen Fish03rd February 2007
US and European Ambassadors and diplomats have been reminded by Prince Albert of Monaco at every opportunity about the environment, and he recently accompanied Prince Charles on a visit to his Poundbury village project in England.
Are some of his subje... Read >
Author: Roger Munns21st January 2007
Archaeological findings show that the bow and arrow has been around for at least 20,000 years. Findings of stone arrow heads in Africa indicate that the bow was invented there possibly as early as 50,000 BC. The bow is considered to be the first machine c... Read >
Author: Per Graeve15th November 2006
You do not have to be a needlepoint enthusiast like me to appreciate the magnificent Bayeux Tapestry, which chronicles the events leading up to the conquest of England by Duke William of Normandy in the year 1066.
Technically speaking it is not a tapes... Read >
Author: Tom McMorrow16th August 2006
Winchester is beautifully located in the soft, rolling South Downs in the county of Hampshire. One time capital of the ancient English Wessex region, you can easily explore its beautifully preserved buildings and parks on foot. It really is the quintessen... Read >
Author: Robin OBrien12th August 2006
Winchester Cathedral is one of the world's greatest churches, and arguably England's most magnificent cathedral. Its grandeur is enhanced by its setting in Winchester, a delightful, modest city of broad streets and narrow alleys with history written at ev... Read >
Author: Robin OBrien26th July 2006
The tower of London has been an integral part of British Royal History for nearly 1000 years. Only at this place one can marvel at the breathtaking beauty of Crown Jewels and stand on the execution site of three British queens.
The Tower of London ... Read >
Author: anil gupta
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