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The Story Of The Star Spangled Banner By : Daniel Goevert The future of the young United States looked bleak as the summer of 1814 entered its final weeks. The “Second War for American Independence”, often called the “War of 1812”, had taken a perilous turn for the upstart Americans. On August 19, British warships sailed up Chesapeake Bay and captured Washington D.C. in only five days. President Madison and other government officials barely escaped the city before the Redcoats set fire to the US Capitol, the White House, and numerou... The History Of Pearls By : Bill B. Carmel Pearls have a rich and vibrant history, dating back to ancient times when heroic divers would brave the ocean’s depths to bring to the water’s surface these treasures of the deep. The pearl itself is known far and wide as the “Queen of Gems,” so it is no surprise that these glowing orbs have cemented their favor with queens, kings, and royal families since the dawn of time. A look back at ancient artwork, mosaics, and even sculptures show pearls adorning necklaces, crowns, co... Technology - History By : Tyler King Most people when they think of first computer invented they think Bill Gates. This, however, is not true, for the computer was invented long before Bill Gates was around. History of Cocaine By : Jack Smith Extraction of pure cocaine was first done from the leaf of the Erythroxylon coca bush, which is found mainly in the high mountain ranges of Peru and Bolivia, in the mid nineteenth century. The natives of this region used the coca leaves as a stimulant. History Of Cuckoo Clocks By : Bill B. Carmel Cuckoo clocks are unique creations that are centuries old. The first cuckoo clock was produced back in the early 18th century in Germany’s region known as the Black Forest. Clock making in this area of Germany dates back to the early 17th century, almost a full hundred years before clockmakers and craftsmen produced the very first cuckoo clock. The father of cuckoo clocks in believed to be the German clockmaker, Franz Anton Ketterer, although there are a great many stories an... The origins of Valentines Day By : paul wilson Every year February 14th is celebrated as a day for love, exchange of gifts, promises of eternal passion, and more. The inspired pen poems inspired by their love and admiration for the women of their dreams while others just go to shops and buy commercially available verses. History Of The American Flag Explained By : Jeff Linaker - It was on January 1, 1776 that the Continental army was restructured and adjusted according to a Congressional resolution which heralded American forces to the command of George Washington. On that day, the American Continental Army was blockading Boston which had been taken over by the British army. It has been said that the first American flag was made in May of 1776 by Betsy Ross, a Philadelphia seamstress who was actually a friend of George Washington and acquainted with ... Cuckoo Clocks: Tracing The History By : Robert Thatcher - The craft of clock making is said to have started in Black Forest, Germany. The abundance of both time and woods have fashioned the idea of creating clocks, which was followed after an imported clock from a nearby area. The first clocks that were produced in this region were rather primitive but are great alternatives for the sundials hourglasses that were ordinarily use during those times. Wooden toothed wheels were the first parts and the weights are normally made of st... Secondary 800-Year Age of Adam By : timeemits Secondary 800-Year Age of Adam begins the secondary age category with the first 800-year Generation Cycle. Lunar/solar math in the Holy Bible had lunar/solar calendar origins from the three oldest sources: Jewish, Egyptian and Mesoamerican Calendars that support the Antediluvian Patriarchs Bible calendar. Some Mayan terms are the Katun, Baktun cycles, Tzolken and Tun parts of the Bible Antediluvian Patriarch calendar. Ancient calendars Each Antediluvian Patriarch character in the lineage to Enoch reports time reckoning common to ancient civilizations. Time Emits defines a primary age category and a secondary age category in the lengthening Antediluvian Calendar. A Classic Toy, By Accident By : Robert Benson - With the popularity of Internet shopping, classic toys that were hard to find, have now started to find a whole new audience. These classics, which sold very well after they were introduced, never seem to go out of style and can still bring a smile to any child’s face. Let’s step into the past and take a look into the history of one of these classic toys. In 1943, a Naval engineer accidentally knocked some springs off of a shelf while he was working on a meter designed ... History of Colombian Coffee By : Submission Coffee was first introduced to Colombia around the same time Jesuit priests first began arriving from Europe in the mid 16th century. Birthday Cards - A Brief History By : John Francis - Have you noticed just how large the card section at your local grocery store has become? Did you know that there are entire businesses devoted to the selling of cards? One of the biggest occasions is someone’s birthday, and the sheer volume of available cards leaves many a would-be customer somewhat breathless in the attempt to score just the right card for the occasion. The gambit of birthday cards runs from the cute and funny, to the raunchy and oblique. Yet, have you ever ... History Of Kenya Coffee By : Submission The birth place of coffee is relatively close to Kenya but getting it there was not an easy task and full of bloodshed. The Arabs who controlled coffee enslaved thousands of Kenyan's where they worked on the coffee plantations in Kenya and Arabia. History of Books By : Mar The history of books. The meaning of Talismans By : David Weitzman The word "Talisman," derived from the Greek verb "teleo," means, primarily, to accomplish, or bring into effect. Indian Legends and Victorian Bath Houses: The History of Eureka Springs By : dave4 How do a few natural springs in Arkansas’ Ozarks result in over 150 years of all American tourism? How, indeed? How Do We Know What Time It Really Is? (Part 2) By : Thomas Young The article ‘How Do We Know What Time Is Really Is?’ (Part 2) tells about the time, a physical quantity and clock, the instrument to measure it. After reading this article, you will get to know the views of scientists and technologists about time and would be able to relate time with different day-to-day phenomenon of life. Why Do We Celebrate The 4th Of July? By : Cinneide No matter what your traditions are, it is important to celebrate Independence Day. If you live in the US, or are living outside the country and yearning for a bit of home, there is never a better time to celebrate this historic day. How A Pendulum Works to Keep Time (Part 3) By : Thomas Young The article ‘How a pendulum works to keep time’ tell us how watches and clocks or timepieces work to keep and maintain time. The article mainly emphasizes on one very important part of a clock i.e. the pendulum which is like heart of a clock. This article will interests to all those who looks at a clock to know the time of a given movement. The Fountain of Hooey: Ponce de Leon in Florida By : dave4 The legend of the Fountain of Youth may be a lot of hooey, but Ponce de Leon’s trips to Florida are still very interesting. Thomas Garrett and Delaware’s Underground Railroad By : dave4 Thomas Garrett is one of Delaware’s heroes, and a shining example of the tradition of righteous dissent in America. Secrets Behind Old Glory Revealed Part 1 By : Nathan Lynch If you are an American and grew up attending school in the United States, you were taught the lesson of how Betsy Ross sewed together the first American flag in 1776. But how many recall exactly what the stripes, the stars and the colors represent? Secrets Behind Old Glory Revealed Part 2 By : Nathan Lynch If you are an American and grew up attending school in the United States, you were taught the lesson of how Betsy Ross sewed together the first American flag in 1776. But how many recall exactly what the stripes, the stars and the colors represent? Sundials – Time Keeping Through The Ages By : Lucy Bartlett - You look at your PDA (Personal Digital Assistant) marveling at the versatility of the device, not knowing that our ancestors, without the digital technology to help, had mastered the art of time keeping by inventing Sundials,. Sundials, which are the earliest known and ancient device for timekeeping were invented during the second millennium BC. China, Egypt and the Middle East produced fixed and mobile sundials during that period. To measure the time, these sundials used ... Fish Out Of Water By : Dr. Randy Wysong It is natural to assume that our modern world is natural and normal. But on the scale of time, humans today are dramatically out of their proper genetic context. We are like fish out of water. A Brief History of Competitive Archery By : Scott Byers Archery is one of the oldest sports that are still being practiced today. The bow and arrow can be traced back as far as the Paleolithic era (35,000 to 8000 B.C.), and is the most widely used weapon in human history. The Popsicle - A Brief Overview By : Scott Byers The Popsicle, referring to a frozen treat made of ice and flavoring on a stick, is the common name in the United States and Canada. If you were in England or other British territories, you would ask for an Ice-lolly. In Australia, it is referred to the icy pole when ordered. Learn From History By : Dr. Randy Wysong We either learn from history or we are doomed to repeat it. The wise not only pay attention to world history, but the experiences (history) of others in order to avoid making mistakes. JFK Conspiracy And Other Historical Secrets By : Gersiane De Brito Summarizes the historical themes of Incantation of the Law Against Inept Critics, a book by Morten St. George. Mesoamerican Calendars By : timeemits Mesoamerican Calendars describes the Aztec, Incan and Mayan Calendars of Central and South America. The 5200-year Great Cycle and 800-year Generation Cycle are parts of the Genesis Bible calendar -- the Antediluvian Patriarchs. The History of EMS in Tennessee By : AJ Akhtar In 1967, the Tennessee Medical Association (TMA) formed a Committee on Emergency Medical Services. The following year, Governor Buford Ellington convened an advisory committee to survey ambulance services and medical facilities. This survey formed the basis of a state plan for an EMS program. Kenya Historical Tours and safaris: ‘cradle of mankind’ Kenya historical tour By : Robert Muhoho Kenya is credited as the cradle of mankind since its is here that the remains of the earliest man have been found. Kenya Historical tours and safaris have developed itineraries around the various Kenya archeological sites, Kenya museums and slave caves as well as other significant Kenyan historical landmarks. Why do we use Lilies at Easter time? By : Misty There are many traditions surrounding the Holiday of Easter. From the American tradition of coloring and hiding eggs, to a Easter Dinner usually as Ham as the main course The art of gift giving By : Gilbert Martinez Gift giving has been a practice that has a place within the earliest recollection of human interaction. Throughout history, gifts or presents have been transferred from one to another in the form of goods, money, and even intangible items that one cannot touch, smell, or see, but feel in their heart, such as compassion or friendship. A look inside of Murano Glass By : -ddd- This article is a short overview of the types of the most well known types of Murano (Venetian) glass. Murano glass is experiencing its new re-birth and is very popular among the manufacturers of home decoration accessories, such as chandeliers, wall sconces, pendants, glass sculptures, etc. Invest Some Time of your Chores into your Chandelier Cleaning By : -ddd- Gentle care and following the instructions with precision will help you to enjoy the beauty of your crystal chandeliers, wall sconces, or floor lamps for many and many years. Women's History Month By : Freda J. Glatt, MS This article pays homage to firsts by American Women and includes follow-up activities for Women's History Month. The Twentieth Century European History By : Gabriel Rise Thus spoke the American President Woodrow Wilson in late 1919 as he attempted to persuade the American Senate to support the League of Nations and ratify the Treaty of Versailles following the end of the First World War. The Government In Ancient Rome: Who Ruled in Early Rome By : loan consolidation Forms of government in ancient Rome Permanence of Paper By : Dustin Caro Historically, most of society’s writings and visual images have been recorded on paper. However, paper is an organic material and is subject to deterioration caused by chemical, physical and biological agents. While documents on paper several hundreds of years old have endured, most paper manufactured in the last two hundred years has a limited storage life due primarily to acidity induced as part of paper manufacturing processes used during that time period. Newmarket and the History of Horse Racing By : KeithD The Rowley Mile racecourse sports a brand new grandstand which is a great feature of this wonderful racetrack. Anfield, The Home Of English Soccer. Liverpool Football Club By : KeithD For millions, Liverpool Football Club is a unique place and this is its own special legend The Introduction of the FBI By : Nick Richardson Who was Tutankhamun? By : Stuart Cheese Stuart Cheese, may be the UK Director of Operations for One World Tours but his partner’s love of Tutankhamun was what got him into the business in the first place. Let us see how much he has picked up from her and see how much can be understood about the young king, known to the world for his stunning death mask. Interesting history about Peru to help amplify your experience when visiting. By : Stuart Cheese In my capacity as the UK Director of Operations for One World Tours Limited, one of my jobs is to ensure every client has the best tour possible, so here are some interesting facts about the history of Peru which I hope will enhance your trip. Oilskin - the invention and the reason it is in so much demand By : Lee Siemon The ultimate in bad weather clothing is such a simple invention, yet not very well known by th general public Syed Dadu By : Dr. D.S. Merchant Syed Dadu, or Pir Dadu was a gifted vakil in Sind. He was born in 879/1474. He was an efficient scholar of Arabic and Persian and acquired high command in Indian languages. His lineage runs as Syed Daud bin Yasir bin Khair al-Din bin Mahr al-Din bin Gul Muhammad bin Hashim bin Moinuddin bin Aminuddin bin Buraqanuddin bin Shamsul wa Shak bin Quwwamuddin bin Syed Ali bin Muhammad bin Hussain bin Daud bin Zaid bin Ahmad bin Muhammad bin Hamza bin Yousuf bin Hasan bin Sakhaudullah bin Abul Hasan bin Abdullah bin Ali Jawad bin Imam Zayn al-Abidin.