History

King of Saxony – The Bird-of-Paradise

The King of Saxony, or Alberti, has been described in the 1894 bulletin of the British Ornithologist’s Club by Adolf Bernard Meyer of the Dresden Museum. The bird's name...

Double-eyed Fig Parrot: Best Tiniest Parrot in Australia

Habitat: The double-eyed fig parrot (Cyclopsitta diophthalma) was given its curious name because of a spot close to the eye...

When Is The Hunting Season In The USA?

Hunting Season In The USA? For as long as most of us can remember, hunting has been a big...

The Mind-blowing Giant Groundsels (Dendrosenecio kilimanjari)

The ancient plants known as Giant Groundsels (Dendrosenecio kilimanjari) are located atop Mount Kilimanjaro in Tanzania. They arose...

Collared Flycatcher (Ficedula albicollis)

The collared flycatcher (Ficedula albicollis) is about 13 cm in length. The adult males in summer plumage are...

The Deadliest Earthquakes of 1811

A series of the most remarkable earthquakes of 1811 in the history of the Mississippi Valley. The earthquake began on the night of November...

The English Civil War (1642-1646): A Divisive Conflict That Shaped a Nation

English Civil War There was a conflict between King Charles I of England and Parliament over fundamental issues of state and church control during the...

Exploring Graceland: The Life and Legacy of Elvis Presley

Explore Elvis Presley’s journey from humble beginnings to becoming the King of Rock and Roll, and discover the magic of his iconic home, Graceland....

William Frederick Poole: American Bibliographer, Librarian, and Historical Writer (1821-1894)

William Frederick Poole was a famous American bibliographer, librarian, and historical writer. He was born in Salem, Mass., on December 24, 1821. William Frederick...

Edward Coles: The Second Governor of the State of Illinois

The Edward Coles was the second Governor of the State of Illinois. Edward Coles was born in Albemarle County, Va., Dec. 15, 1786. He...

Battle of the Bulge

Battle of the Bulge? By fall 1944, the Allied advance across Europe had lost its momentum. In mid-December, Germany launched an unexpected counteroffensive. The...

Conestoga Wagon Facts and Dimensions

As a history lover, you will be quite interested in knowing about the ancient Conestoga wagon facts and dimensions. Including its tongue, the average...

History of Aboriginal Australia

Aboriginal Australia A visit to Australia would not be complete without experiencing the rich cultures of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples. Visitors have an...

Royal D. Cone 1821-1898

The memory of the Royal D. Cone is still fresh in the hearts of many citizens of Winona, Minnesota. Royal D. Cone was born...

Hans Richter (1843-1916) – An Orchestral and Operatic Conductor

Celebrated conductor, born on April 4, 1843, in Raab, Hungary. Hans Richter was the son of the cathedral chapel master. His mother was a...