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The origins of the veil from Assyria
The veil, a head covering custom among women prevalent mostly in the Middle East, Europe and some parts of Asia is a sign of modesty. It also signifies status, origin, religious/spiritual beliefs and has important socializing and occupational functions. The trend of this modest dress has changed radically in European countries in the 20th century. However, it is still observed as a sign of chas...read more
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John Calvin's basic theology, like that of all the Reformers, was threefold. Firstly, he believed...read more
Ancient History
- Who killed the Iceman
- The leadership of Hannibal
- Book reviews: These Were the Romans, by G.I.F. Tingay and J. Badcock
- Roman Coins
- A brief history of Ancient Israel
- Julius Caesar: His role in the evolution of the modern calendar
- The Greek god Poseidon
Colonial & Early American History
- Puritanism in New England
- Freemasons and the Declaration of Independence
- The Quakers' influence on early America
- The role of women in the American Revolution
- The French and Indian War: Prelude to the American Revolution
- A look at the events that led to the Battle of Kings Mountain
- Slavery in Colonial America
History (Other)
- Humor: Stories of lost historical collectibles
- Book review: Ian McKay's "Strikes in the Maritimes 1901-1914"
- Biography: Lewis Temple
- Painters who have made a difference to art
- Magazine assessment: History Today Magazine
- Why history can never be objective
- The history of labor organization and factory production
Origins & Firsts in History
- The Fountain Pen's historical significance
- History of the first blood bank
- De re metallica: The first book of mining and metallurgy
- The African American blacksmith who changed the history of whaling
- The importance of story telling to the development of mankind
- The development of clocks and watches
- The historical significance of the quilt
"He comes to us as one unknown, without a name And to those who obey Him, whether they be wise or simple, He will reveal himsel...read more
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Origin of Aluminum Foil The origin of the metal aluminum and eventually aluminum foil, comes from the scientific investigati...read more
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Edgar the Aetheling, or Edgar II, is the English king that few people have heard of, and yet he was king at a time which school...read more
She walked the halls of the hospital at night carrying a lamp. The wounded and hurting soldiers welcomed her comforting care a...read more
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