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How Can You Tell If Samurai Swords Are Real?
If you've come across a samurai sword that looks pretty authentic, you likely want to find out if it's real or not. After all, a real samurai sword would be worth a bundle and make a fine collectible. However, most samurai swords available in stores are replicas. As convincing as some may be, there ...More...
Black History Trivia & Answers
The name of the first slave ship built in the English colonies was named the Desire. Bernard Harris, Jr. was the first black astronaut to walk in space. Knowing facts like these helps make black history live more vividly in your mind....More...
Irish Ancestry Sources
Finding the source of your Irish ancestry may prove challenging, but not impossible. In Ireland, all records and records sources existed in counties, dioceses, baronies, civil parishes, poor law unions, probate districts, townlands or towns. In 1922, a large fire in the Dublin Four Courts building d...More...
About Dachau
Dachau was the first German concentration camp established by Nazi Germany. Officially said to be a camp for political prisoners, Dachau would exist as a model camp for 12 years until its dismantlement after WWII. Dachau is also the name of the village located nearby....More...
How to Prepare Feathers for Native-American Hair Ties
Feather charms are the traditional "tassels" for Native American hair ties. Birds are seen as messengers of the spirits in many Native American cultures and their feathers are used for hair ties, often in ceremonies. Hair ties with feathers are sold commercially but can be homemade. The feathers are...More...
Elements of African American Music
Jazz is rooted in African music.all that jazz image by Paolo Pizzimenti from Fotolia.comAfrican-American music includes jazz, rap, hip hop, gospel and R&B. These styles of music share a rich history and make up a cultural identity that, while rooted in a common past, is as diverse today......More...
Indian Reservations in the US in 1869
Tensions between white settlers and the indigenous population in the 1820s were what originally prompted the politician Andrew Jackson to propose a solution. Disturbances and bloodshed over the next few years between the Seminole, Creek and several other Native American tribes and settlers in Florid...More...
About the Cherokee Indians
The Cherokee Indians pre-dated European settlers in the U.S. They continue on today, keeping alive the traditions and values of the original tribe. The Cherokee Indians today are made up of three main tribes located within the southern part of the United States....More...
How Does the Apache Tribe Make a Living?
The Apache TribeThe Apache tribe consists of several groups of Native American peoples who live mainly in the southwest, with significant populations in Arizona and New Mexico. Most of the tribe's income is derived from the timber industry, casino gambling, and tourism. Tourism......More...
Women in Medieval Western European Culture
The Middle Ages -- also referred to as the medieval era -- was a period of history in Western Europe from the fifth to the 15th century. Medieval society was completely dominated by men. Women were expected to obey their father, brothers and any other male members of the family. Men also set the law...More...
4 Secrets to Achieving Big Personal Goals
Did you know that less than 3% of the world's population regularly sets personal goals? Earl Nightingale, of the true pioneers of the human potential movement, would refer to most people as "ships without rudders, ... ...More...
Economics Associations
Economics associations are dedicated to the advancement of economists and economic theory. These associations may focus on the field as a whole or specialize in a segment of economics, such as business or agricultural economics. These organizations keep their members abreast of the latest......More...
Irish Games to Play
Darts is one game that has its roots in Ireland.darts image by Mat Hayward from Fotolia.comCelebrating your Irish heritage includes many elements, like food and music. Playing an Irish game is another way to demonstrate your pride. There are several games that have their roots in Ireland,......More...
Topics for Halloween
Ever year people celebrate Halloween with costumes, masks and treats. According to the "Encyclopedia of Food and Culture," in the United States it is second only to Christmas in the amount of money people spend on celebrating. Like many customs associated with Christmas and Easter, Halloween traditi...More...
Importance of the Colonial New York Flag
The New York State flag is a modified version of a flag that was adopted by the colony of New York in 1778, during the Revolutionary War. The flag remains essentially the same as it did in late colonial times, with the exception of the color of the field, which was altered in the early 20th century....More...
Any Cheating Spouse Case Punjab Private Detective Can Solve It
Many of them say "God decides the pairs", this is a common sentence spoken by the people from past few decades. I say that 'marriages can be done only on earth if you maintain a ... ...More...
What Do the Symbols on a Coat of Arms Mean?
Coats of arms have been used since the middle ages as a way for a family, city or country to express its identity and status. The coat of arms, often known as a family crest, is often decorated with specific colors and symbols that represent a distinguishing trait of its owner, such as bravery or co...More...
What Is Thermal Shock Resistant Borosilicate Glass?
Shock-resistant borosilicate glass is more commonly known by its trademarked name, Pyrex. Using silica (or silicon dioxide) and boron oxide as the main ingredients, borosilicate glass has special properties making it useful for cooking, laboratory work and industrial processes. What makes borosilica...More...
What is the Role of the Apache Woman?
Women have always been regarded as a vital part of Apache culture. The Apache clans trace their genealogy through the women members, and each family has a matriarch, chosen for her ability to handle significant responsibility. Historically, the Apache women did a vast amount of work for their famili...More...
Facts About Healing Aprons
The history of the apron dates back to Greek and Roman times, when it was an elaborately embroidered fashion statement. In more recent times, the apron has become far more functional. The word apron probably derives from the French "naperon," which refers to a large cloth and is also the......More...
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