Tag: England
Unyielding Valor: The Saga of William Wallace, Scotland’s Eternal Hero
In the annals of Scottish history, one name stands out like a beacon of hope and defiance: William Wallace. Born in the tumultuous era of the late 13th century, Wallace would rise to become a legendary figure, forever etched in the memories of his countrymen. With a spirit untamed by English oppression, Wallace emerged as …
Guy Fawkes: The Revolutionary Icon
If you’re a fan of rebellion and challenging authority, then you’ve probably heard of Guy Fawkes. This historical figure is notorious for his involvement in the Gunpowder Plot of 1605, where he and his fellow conspirators attempted to blow up the House of Lords during the State Opening of Parliament in London, England. As part …
George Washington the First President of the United States
George Washington, a true visionary and leader, is widely known as one of the Founding Fathers of the United States and the country’s very first president. Born in Virginia in 1732, Washington’s unwavering dedication to the American cause played a significant role in securing American independence from Great Britain during the American Revolution. His leadership …
Happy Treason Day
The American Revolution, a monumental event that forever altered the course of history, stands as a testament to the indomitable spirit of the American people. It was a riveting journey towards independence, born out of the mounting tensions between the American colonies and the British crown. As oppressive policies like the Stamp Act and the …
Tony Blair Visits Kuwait
Tony Blair the former British prime minister visited Ali Al Salem air base in Kuwait. In these photos you can see him shaking hands with Colonel Smith the former base commander.
Slices of Early History
Here are some old photos that are wonderful slices of history. The descriptions are below each photo. The rural kids in the 50’s rode bikes to school. You took whatever path was best for you. Bullet holes in the sign? Camping out in 1918. This was the 30’s, and this sharecropper’s son was working behind the …
Study: Smelling Farts May Be Good For Your Health
The next time someone in your office, room or space lets out a “silent but deadly” emission, maybe you should thank them. A new study at the University of Exeter in England suggests that exposure to hydrogen sulfide — a.k.a. what your body produces as bacteria breaks down food, causing gas — could prevent mitochondria …
American Independence Day 2015
Happy Independence Day 2015. On July 2nd 1776 is when American declared independence from England. It wasn’t until August 2nd, 1776 when all members actually signed the declaration. Either way, this is the only American holiday during the summer and it means many things to many different people. It is a good time to enjoy …
You Could Have Heard a Pin Drop
Secretary of State, Dean Rusk, was in France in the early 60’s when DeGaulle decided to pull out of NATO. DeGaulle said he wanted all US military out of France as soon as possible. Rusk responded, “Does that include those who are buried here?” DeGaulle did not respond. You could have heard a pin drop. …
Putin’s Speech on Feb. 04, 2013
This is one time our elected leaders should pay attention to the advice of Vladimir Putin…. how scary is that? On February 4th, 2013, Vladimir Putin, the Russian president, addressed the Duma (Russian Parliament) and gave a speech about the tensions with minorities in Russia: “In Russia live Russians. Any minority, from anywhere, if it …
New England Patriots – 2004 Superbowl Champs
Previously to the start of this game I though the Patriots were going to blow out the Panthers. This was by far a defensive game. Carolina did a fine job of moving the ball and their defense came up with some big plays. New England weren’t flawless, but it was Adam Vinatieri who ended up …