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Arts & Humanities > Origins & Firsts in History Famous inventors that changed our way of life: 2 of 9
Frozen foods are a staple of American meals. Without a reliable method of freezing meats, vegetables and fruits, our meal choices in the winter would be limited and unappetizing. Clarence Birdseye is the inventor that changed our way of life. Birdseye was born in 1886. He attended college, but lacked the funds to graduate. I... More..
Arts & Humanities > History Mysteries History mystery: Tunguska explosion of 1908: 3 of 3
It was early in the morning on June 30, 1908. A bluish streak of light raced across the sky of Tunguska, a remote area of Russian Siberia, Tunguska. Shortly after, the few residents of the area heard a loud explosion.The ground shook and a blast wave knocked people off their feet. Effects were felt throughout Eurasia and as ... More..
Arts & Humanities > Ancient History A brief history of the Roman Empire: 2 of 2
Rome went from Republic to Empire through war. Caesar had been murdered and his power and prestige were up for grabs. When the wars ended and the bodies buried, Rome had an Emperor. Republican Rome and Imperial Rome held much of the same territory, with the British Isles, parts of eastern France and Western Germany, parts of... More..