Historical
They recreate the classic Cosmos from the enigmatic Greek time machine 2,000 years later
One of the greatest and most fascinating enigmas of archeology is a little less so after the last effort to decipher it. The Antikythera machine, identified as Greek and more than 2,000 years old, is only the size of a shoebox but the complexity it houses has made it, after decades of study, considered the first analog computer in history.
By Harsh Mehta5 years ago in FYI
Margaret Beaufort
An unmovable woman, Margaret Beaufort “knew” that she was special from a very young age. Married at 12 years of age to a man 12 years older, Margaret gave birth to her only child at the very young age of 13 --- it is amazing that this little lady survived childbirth! Her only child was the future Henry VII, father to Henry VIII.
By Ruth Elizabeth Stiff5 years ago in FYI
The Hindenburg Disaster, 1937
During the years preceding World War II there were two choices on offer to those who wished to travel by air. There were fixed-wing, propeller-driven aircraft, and there were airships. Given that the former were primitive by modern standards, being noisy, cramped and uncomfortable, not to mention dangerous, it is understandable that people who could afford to travel long distances by air were attracted to the much greater comfort offered by airships, although safety was still an issue.
By John Welford5 years ago in FYI
Hereward the Wake
England after the Conquest After his victory at the Battle of Hastings in 1066, Duke William of Normandy knew that he would not be a popular King of England. He had no real claim to the throne other than by force, so he could hardly have expected to be welcomed with open arms.
By John Welford5 years ago in FYI
The Tragic 9-Day Reign of Lady Jane Grey
Throughout history, religious intolerance and power struggles have often led to injustice. England’s Tudor dynasty is considered to be one of its most significant, but King Henry VIII’s efforts to produce a male heir set up a chain of events that would result in the deaths of hundreds of innocent people. One of these was Lady Jane Grey.
By Denise Shelton5 years ago in FYI
Henry IV, King of France
Henry IV occupies a similar niche in the history of France to that of Henry VIII in England, and there are a number of parallels between the two monarchs. They were certainly both “larger than life” characters who left important and far-reaching legacies in their respective countries.
By John Welford5 years ago in FYI
History of April 19
Many of my Facebook friends have asked me to write an article on the History of April 19th. Why? Of course, this date is slightly more likely to fall on a Tuesday, Thursday, or Sunday (58 in 400 years each) than on Friday or Saturday (57) and slightly less likely to occur on a Monday or Wednesday (56). But what important things have occurred historically on this date in history? There are many, here are just three:
By Bill Petro5 years ago in FYI
The Hawes Junction rail crash, 1910
The Settle and Carlisle railway is one of the most dramatic and scenic rail routes in the United Kingdom, as it proceeds from south to north along the spine of northern England, namely the Pennine Hills. The Victorian builders of the line had many difficulties to overcome in keeping the route as level as possible, with long tunnels and high viaducts, but the gradients that trains must tackle are still considerable.
By John Welford5 years ago in FYI
What's that Awful Smell?
Perfume was invented in Egypt long ago before the discovery of plumbing, soap, bathtubs, and showers. People in those times wanted a way to smother the acrid, stinking, nauseating smell of their unwashed, bacteria-covered bodies. The more they reeked of toe-jam, fungus, sweat, oily skin, feces, urine, bacteria, and other filth, the more they poured on smelly perfume which only intensified their disgusting stench. Gradually, the use of various fragrances to cover up body odor spread to many other nations. While Europeans, for example, struggled to cover up one disgusting stink with another, the Japanese had a breakthrough concept: cleanliness is next to godliness, so they invented and perfected the daily bath. They turned cleanliness into an art while ending each day in the pleasant, relaxing luxury of a long, hot bath. Regardless of social status, everybody could indulge in this wonderful pleasure.
By Charles Belser5 years ago in FYI
Shalom Lamm Services for American Jewish
Shalom Lamm is no stranger to the Jewish community living in the United States of America (USA). His father, Norman Lamm, was also a rather prominent member of the Jewish community living in the United States of America (USA) as he served as a Chancellor of the esteemed Yeshiva University, a private university in New York City. Shalom Lamm received his Bachelor’s degree from Yeshiva University as well. In addition to that, Shalom was also chairman of the Academic Senate of the school. Afterwards, he enrolled in the American Military University and successfully obtained his Master’s degree in history of the American military, in the year 2001. He has been an active member of the Jewish community since the very start and has always made efforts for the betterment of the Jewish people, especially those living in the United States of America (USA).
By Emma Alfie5 years ago in FYI
