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February 21, 2025
The Klondike Gold Rush In Depth
The Klondike Gold Rush, occurring between 1896 and 1899 in northwestern Canada, attracted thousands seeking fortune after gold was discovered in Bonanza Creek. Pioneers faced harsh conditions, treacherous travel, and a competitive atmosphere. While some struck it rich, many others faced hardship and disappointment, ultimately leading to the establishment of towns like Dawson City amidst the gold frenzy.
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April 25, 2023
Communication Techniques of Early Man
Early human communication likely consisted of nonverbal cues such as gestures, facial expressions, and body language, as well as vocalizations, as well as cave paintings that informed others about herd migrations and mating seasons.
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April 24, 2023
America’s First Jet Aircraft
The first jet aircraft in America was the Bell XP-59A, which made its maiden flight in 1942. It was based on British designs and used Whittle engines.
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April 21, 2023
Francisco Pizarro
Francisco Pizarro (c. 1471-1541) was a Spanish conquistador who conquered the Inca Empire and founded Lima, Peru, in the 16th century.
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April 20, 2023
March of the Ten Thousand
The March of the Ten Thousand was a Greek mercenary army’s epic journey from Persia to the Black Sea, chronicled by Xenophon in his “Anabasis” around 401 BCE.
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April 19, 2023
Tecumseh
Tecumseh (1768-1813) was a Native American leader of the Shawnee tribe who fought to unite tribes against U.S. expansion and died in the War of 1812.
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April 18, 2023
S&H Green Stamps
S&H Green Stamps were a rewards program popular in the mid-20th century, where shoppers received stamps with their purchases and could redeem them for products from a catalog.
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April 17, 2023
The Battle of Amiens
The Battle of Amiens, fought on August 8, 1918, was a decisive Allied victory that marked the beginning of the end of World War I on the Western Front.
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