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May 2, 2025
Battle of the Coral Sea
The Battle of Coral Sea, fought from May 4 to May 8, 1942, marked a pivotal naval engagement during World War II, featuring aircraft carriers from the U.S. and Japan. It was the first battle fought solely by carrier-based aircraft and prevented Japanese advancement towards Australia. Despite heavy losses, the U.S. Navy’s strategic victory significantly boosted Allied morale.
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November 8, 2023
Bomba Puertorriqueña
The Bomba Puertorriqueña is a traditional Puerto Rican dance and music style that originated from African rhythms and traditions. It is characterized by the use of drums, call-and-response singing, and improvisation.
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November 7, 2023
The Qin Dynasty
The Qin Dynasty was the first imperial dynasty of China, ruling from 221 to 206 BC. It was known for its centralized government, legal reforms, and construction of the Great Wall of China. The dynasty ended with the death of its first emperor, Qin Shi Huang.
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November 6, 2023
Hippocrates: Father of Medical Ethics and Practice
Hippocrates was an ancient Greek physician who is often referred to as the “Father of Medicine.” He is known for his contributions to the field of medicine, including the development of the Hippocratic Oath and the belief in the importance of observing and recording symptoms.
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November 3, 2023
The Little Ice Age
The Little Ice Age was a period of cooling temperatures that occurred from the 14th to the 19th century. It resulted in colder winters, shorter growing seasons, and other climate changes, impacting agriculture, economies, and societies around the world.
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November 2, 2023
The Reichstag Fire
The Reichstag Fire was a pivotal event in Nazi Germany in 1933, where the German parliament building was set on fire. The Nazis used this incident as a pretext to suspend civil liberties and consolidate their power, ultimately leading to the establishment of a totalitarian regime.
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November 1, 2023
High Score U S Submarines of WW2
During World War II, the U.S. Navy deployed 263 submarines, with the Balao-class Tang ranking as the most lethal, sinking 33 enemy ships. The Gato-class Flasher followed, sinking 21 ships. The Gato-class Rasher claimed 18 ships and served beyond the war, earning awards for Vietnam service.
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October 31, 2023
History of Trick or Treat
Trick or Treat history has its roots in the Celtic festival of Samhain, plus several other origins.
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