Historical

8 Key Events That Lead To The French Revolution
Today, we depart from literature reviews to return to a topic that is one of my favorites to write about . . . history. And not just what happened, but WHY certain events took place.
By Jessica Bugg4 years ago in FYI
James Cameron: The Man who Survived his own Lynching
In August 1930, three Black teenagers, James Cameron, Thomas Shipp, and Abraham Smith hung out together one night when they decided to rob a white man named Claude Deeter. The robbery went south, and the teens shot Deeter. Mary Ball, Deeter’s girlfriend, said two of the teens had raped her. The third teen, 16-year-old Cameron, ran away before Mary was attacked and Deeter murdered.
By Criminal Matters4 years ago in FYI
The Battle Of Bamber Bridge
The Battle of Bamber Bridge took place in the village of Bamber Bridge, just south of Preston in Lancashire on the 24th June 1943. The incident, an outbreak of racial violence between black and white American servicemen, occurred a few days after the 1943 Detroit Race Riot in America. It began when white American Military Police (MPs) attempted to arrest several black American soldiers, from the 1511th Quartermaster Truck Regiment, while they were drinking at Ye Olde Hob Inn public house.
By Niall James Bradley4 years ago in FYI
History of KP Astrology
Krishnamurti Paddhati Astrology is a system of astrology that takes its name from its inventor. He was the late Prof. K.S. Krishnamurti (1902-1978). Essentially, he formulated a new technique for making predictions. It is based on the stellar system of prediction and the 'Sub Lords'. It has gained a large following mainly because of its simple technique that is easy to apply and also because of the accuracy of its predictions.
By AstroVed4 years ago in FYI
Shinzo Abe Was Not The First Japanese Prime Minister To Be Assassinated
Background The world woke up on July 8 2022 to the shocking news that Former Japanese Prime Minister Shinzo Abe had been gunned down by a 41 year old gunman with a homemade weapon. Despite the severity of his wounds, Abe fought valiantly but succumbed to his injuries later that day.
By Isa Nan4 years ago in FYI
Today's Lesson Is The Tudor Kings And Queens
The years 1485 to 1603 are called “The Tudor Era”. This is because the House of Tudor ruled England England and Wales at this time. According to the historian John Guy (1988): “England was economically healthier, more expansive, and more optimistic under the Tudors” than at any time since the Roman Occupation.
By Ruth Elizabeth Stiff4 years ago in FYI
10 Crazy Characters From The Wild West
10 James Beckwourth01 Big, bearded, and full of hot air, Jim Beckwourth was the quintessential mountain man. Sporting braids, earrings, and gold chains, this fur trapper loved to spin a good yarn and is best remembered for his dubious autobiography, The Life and Adventures of James P. Beckwourth. This pulpy piece of supposed nonfiction portrayed Beckwourth as a hero who saved countless lives from imminent death, fought off savage bands of Indians, and was eventually made chief of the Crow people.The truth was nearly just as crazy. Born to a white plantation owner and a black slave, Beckwourth was freed around 1810 and spent his early days traveling with a fur-trading expedition, hunting and trapping in the Rocky Mountains. Beckwourth abandoned civilization and moved in with a Crow tribe, impressing them with his strength and size. He married twice and had several kids. But after six years, Beckwourth packed his saddle bags and took off, leaving his family behind.Beckwourth traveled across America, serving as scout in Missouri and fighting Seminoles in Florida with future president Zachary Taylor. During the 1840s, he earned a few bucks here and there stealing horses, but Beckwourth made his real mark when he discovered a trail that helped travelers safely pass through the Sierra Mountains into California.Afterward, he kept busy fighting in the Mexican-American War, guiding settlers to Colorado, and acting as a guide during the infamous Sand Creek Massacre. The mountain man finally died sometime in the late 1860s, though his death is somewhat of mystery. While some say he was killed during a hunting trip, others claim a vengeful wife poisoned him.
By Alex Dina4 years ago in FYI
The Fashion Of Elizabeth I
When she was a child, after her mother had been beheaded and the little Princess declared illegitimate, Lady Margaret Bryan (who was looking after Elizabeth) wrote to Thomas Cromwell: “Would the King deign to send his daughter new clothes? She had outgrown everything in the closets. She has neither gown nor kirtle nor petticoat nor linen for smock”. When Elizabeth I was Queen, she had over 2,000 gowns in her Royal Wardrobe. It is no wonder that “Fashion” became important to “Good Queen Bess”!
By Ruth Elizabeth Stiff4 years ago in FYI
Johnson Ends Up Bottom Of Tory Poll in Popularity.
A poll commissioned by a Conservative website asked who could replace Boris Johnson. Liz Truss slotted in as third preference where as Rishi Sunak would appear to be out of the running. Mr Sunak once touted as Boris' heir apparent is now unpopular in the party. Mr Sunak has come unstuck because of his financial assets and also his marriage to Akshata Murthy. Liz Truss the current Foreign Minister imagines herself to be another Margaret Thatcher. However, Ms Truss though popular only managed to get into third postion.
By Nicholas Bishop4 years ago in FYI
Georgian fashion
The Georgian Era had one of the most beautiful “fashions” of any Era, but it was also a very ‘impractical’ fashion. For the rich, upper-classes, the materials were lavish and the colours were ‘rich’, but women could only (just about) sit down in these exquisite dresses. This Century was known for its “Opulence”, with elaborate wigs, rich embroidery and (very) full skirts. The rich showed off their wealth through their clothes, and this applied to men as much as it did to women. The working-classes wore similar clothes, but they were not so rich in colour or material, and they owned fewer clothes, wearing more ‘practical’ clothes for working in.
By Ruth Elizabeth Stiff4 years ago in FYI
Boris Pushes Ahead With Ditching Parts Or All Of The Northern Ireland Protocol He Agreed With The European Union.
The idea of changing parts of the Northern Ireland protocol is controversial. The Protocol is part of the Brexit agreement as signed by the UK and EU in 2019.
By Nicholas Bishop4 years ago in FYI
Ray Mirra polite and soft-hearted person.
The man known as Ray Mirra Jr was an irrefutable case study that proves that entrepreneurs who focus their attention on providing aid to those in need can be successful. In fact, these types of individuals are highly respected in society. Ray Mirra Sr was recognized by the public primarily because of his assistance to charity organizations and his charitable actions. He is also regarded by most in the area as a great philanthropist and one who always helps others with donations and charities. Ray Mirra was a successful businessman and entrepreneur in Philadelphia, USA. He made millions by launching several businesses in the area and seemingly contributed a lot to charity organizations in the city.
By Ray Mirra Online4 years ago in FYI