Articles related to "1899"
Washington State 100 Years Ago
I travel back in time 100 years to see what Washington State was like then.
1899 • pacific northwest • industrialization • cities • labor
I travel back in time 100 years to see what Washington State was like then.
1899 • pacific northwest • industrialization • cities • labor
TALES--1899 EVENT SPECIAL (PART I)
Part I of a two-part series featuring a Web guide with appropriate links on Texas at the end of the last century.
texas culture • texas history • 1899
Part I of a two-part series featuring a Web guide with appropriate links on Texas at the end of the last century.
texas culture • texas history • 1899
TALES...1899 EVENT SPECIAL (PART II)
The conclusion of our 1899 EVENT SPECIAL WEB GUIDE--this time focusing on ranching history.
texas culture • ranches • ranching • farms • farming
The conclusion of our 1899 EVENT SPECIAL WEB GUIDE--this time focusing on ranching history.
texas culture • ranches • ranching • farms • farming
The Boer War (1899-1902): Britain's Wakeup Call
The Boer War was the major colonial war of British Empire history. Fought between 1899 and 1902, it was a major turning point between the 19th and the 20th centuries. Not only was the Boer War the first war for a combatant [Britain] to use concentration camps, but it also lead to much ado about the health and fitness of British soldiers. This article talks about the war itself and its impacts on British history and society.
boer war • 1899-1902 • milner • south africa • britain
The Boer War was the major colonial war of British Empire history. Fought between 1899 and 1902, it was a major turning point between the 19th and the 20th centuries. Not only was the Boer War the first war for a combatant [Britain] to use concentration camps, but it also lead to much ado about the health and fitness of British soldiers. This article talks about the war itself and its impacts on British history and society.
boer war • 1899-1902 • milner • south africa • britain
The Fabians and the British Empire, Part V
The Fabian Society was an important group of middle-class British socialists which was founded in 1884 and still exists today. Among the more famous members included the playwright George Bernard Shaw, the novelist H.G. Wells, and the social investigators Sidney and Beatrice Webb. Some less known members were Emmeline Pankhurst, the suffragette leader, and James Ramsay McDonald, future Labour Party prime minister in 1924, and 1929-35. This 13 part series discusses the Fabian Society--a group mostly known for their work on domestic policy--and their relationship and attitudes to the British Empire. Part 5 of a 13 part series.
The Fabian Society was an important group of middle-class British socialists which was founded in 1884 and still exists today. Among the more famous members included the playwright George Bernard Shaw, the novelist H.G. Wells, and the social investigators Sidney and Beatrice Webb. Some less known members were Emmeline Pankhurst, the suffragette leader, and James Ramsay McDonald, future Labour Party prime minister in 1924, and 1929-35. This 13 part series discusses the Fabian Society--a group mostly known for their work on domestic policy--and their relationship and attitudes to the British Empire. Part 5 of a 13 part series.
The British Army in 1914
In a war that began with million man armies of conscripts fighting it out toe to toe, the Royal Army distinguished itself in personal combat.
army british empire • royal army • world war one britian • england • english army
In a war that began with million man armies of conscripts fighting it out toe to toe, the Royal Army distinguished itself in personal combat.
army british empire • royal army • world war one britian • england • english army
Francis Poulenc of 'Les Six'
Brief biography of composer and pianist Francis Poulenc, of 'Les Six' ('The Six) group of French composers. Famous for ballet 'Les Biches' ('The Little Darlings.')
francis poulenc • poulenc biography • poulenc works • francis poulenc gloria • poulenc stabat mater
Brief biography of composer and pianist Francis Poulenc, of 'Les Six' ('The Six) group of French composers. Famous for ballet 'Les Biches' ('The Little Darlings.')
francis poulenc • poulenc biography • poulenc works • francis poulenc gloria • poulenc stabat mater
Jean Sibelius Biography
The life and works of Finland's greatest composer Jean Sibelius, famous for orchestral piece Finlandia and Symphony No.5.
jean sibelius • jan sibelius biography • life and works of sibelius • finnish composer • sibelius finlandia
The life and works of Finland's greatest composer Jean Sibelius, famous for orchestral piece Finlandia and Symphony No.5.
jean sibelius • jan sibelius biography • life and works of sibelius • finnish composer • sibelius finlandia
Maxim Gorky Biography and Works
Life and times of Maxim Gorky, Russian novelist, journalist and playwright famous for his novel The Lower Depths. Spokesman for the poor.
maxim gorky • maxim gorky brief bio • maxim gorky life and works • gorky the lower depths • gorky father of soviet literature
Life and times of Maxim Gorky, Russian novelist, journalist and playwright famous for his novel The Lower Depths. Spokesman for the poor.
maxim gorky • maxim gorky brief bio • maxim gorky life and works • gorky the lower depths • gorky father of soviet literature
Scott Joplin: King of Ragtime
Brief biography of Scott Joplin, 'The King of Ragtime' in later 19th-Century. Famous for 'The Entertainer' piano music - used in the blockbuster movie 'The Sting.'
scott joplin • king of ragtime • jazz composer • american composer • duke ellington
Brief biography of Scott Joplin, 'The King of Ragtime' in later 19th-Century. Famous for 'The Entertainer' piano music - used in the blockbuster movie 'The Sting.'
scott joplin • king of ragtime • jazz composer • american composer • duke ellington
Official Designated State Flowers
Each state in the United States of America has a formal flower. Some blooms are claimed by more than one place. Check this complete state by state listing.
state flower • list of state flowers • official state flower • flower for every state • united states flowers
Each state in the United States of America has a formal flower. Some blooms are claimed by more than one place. Check this complete state by state listing.
state flower • list of state flowers • official state flower • flower for every state • united states flowers
The Homes of Booker T. Washington
Two national historic sites honor one of the nation's most highly respected educators of the nineteenth century.
hardy virginia • tuskeegee alabama • booker t. washington national monument • oaks • booker t. washington
Two national historic sites honor one of the nation's most highly respected educators of the nineteenth century.
hardy virginia • tuskeegee alabama • booker t. washington national monument • oaks • booker t. washington
The UMWA: Its Presidents in Historical Perspective -- Part II
This article, the second of four parts, presents brief biographical sketches of presidents of the United Mine Workers of America, from John Mitchell, elected in 1898 through Frank J. Hayes, who left office January 1, 1920.
michael d. ratchford • john mitchell • knights of labor • thomas l. lewis • john p. white
This article, the second of four parts, presents brief biographical sketches of presidents of the United Mine Workers of America, from John Mitchell, elected in 1898 through Frank J. Hayes, who left office January 1, 1920.
michael d. ratchford • john mitchell • knights of labor • thomas l. lewis • john p. white
The Fabians and the British Empire, Part IV
The Fabian Society was an important group of middle-class British socialists which was founded in 1884 and still exists today. Among the more famous members included the playwright George Bernard Shaw, the novelist H.G. Wells, and the social investigators Sidney and Beatrice Webb. Some less known members were Emmeline Pankhurst, the suffragette leader, and James Ramsay McDonald, future Labour Party prime minister in 1924, and 1929-35. This 13 part series discusses the Fabian Society--a group mostly known for their work on domestic policy--and their relationship and attitudes to the British Empire. Part 4 of a 13 part series.
The Fabian Society was an important group of middle-class British socialists which was founded in 1884 and still exists today. Among the more famous members included the playwright George Bernard Shaw, the novelist H.G. Wells, and the social investigators Sidney and Beatrice Webb. Some less known members were Emmeline Pankhurst, the suffragette leader, and James Ramsay McDonald, future Labour Party prime minister in 1924, and 1929-35. This 13 part series discusses the Fabian Society--a group mostly known for their work on domestic policy--and their relationship and attitudes to the British Empire. Part 4 of a 13 part series.
"Time Slidin" and Moral Responsiblity
A journey into the realms of the past and moral obligation.
time travel
A journey into the realms of the past and moral obligation.
time travel
Army-Navy game on the move
The Naval Academy announced Friday that their annual game against Army will be played in Baltimore's PSINet Stadium next season.
the naval academy announced friday that their annu
The Naval Academy announced Friday that their annual game against Army will be played in Baltimore's PSINet Stadium next season.
the naval academy announced friday that their annu
Classic Children's Literatire: A Biography of Charlotte's Web Author E.B. White
A brief biography of E.B. White
e.b. white biography • charlotte's web author • stuart little author • the trumpet of the swan author • famous childrens literature authors
A brief biography of E.B. White
e.b. white biography • charlotte's web author • stuart little author • the trumpet of the swan author • famous childrens literature authors
Claude Monet
Article on French Impressionist Claude Monet.
article on french impressionist claude monet.
Article on French Impressionist Claude Monet.
article on french impressionist claude monet.
Ambrose Bierce: Bitter Genius
The life, times and works of this brilliant 19th century writer whose death remains an unsolved mystery to this very day
ambrose bierce • american writer • short-story writer • william randolph hearst • the san francisco examiner
The life, times and works of this brilliant 19th century writer whose death remains an unsolved mystery to this very day
ambrose bierce • american writer • short-story writer • william randolph hearst • the san francisco examiner
Arnold Schoenberg: Tonality
Arnold Schoenberg's brief biography - his life, career and works. Known for advocating twelve-tone technique, and 'Pierrot lunaire' for voice and chamber music.
arnold schoenberg • schoenberg biography • life and works schoenberg • austrian composer schoenberg • schoenberg serialism absence of key
Arnold Schoenberg's brief biography - his life, career and works. Known for advocating twelve-tone technique, and 'Pierrot lunaire' for voice and chamber music.
arnold schoenberg • schoenberg biography • life and works schoenberg • austrian composer schoenberg • schoenberg serialism absence of key
Barcelona Football Club Museum
Barcelona's most popular museum celebrates the 50th anniversary of the Camp Nou football stadium, which is set to undergo a spectacular revamp by Sir Norman Foster.
barcelona football club • sir norman foster • camp nou • barcelona museum • salvador dali
Barcelona's most popular museum celebrates the 50th anniversary of the Camp Nou football stadium, which is set to undergo a spectacular revamp by Sir Norman Foster.
barcelona football club • sir norman foster • camp nou • barcelona museum • salvador dali
Be Still My Soul Spiritual History
Brief biography of hymn-writer Katharine von Schlegel and history of spiritual revival hymn "Be Still, My Soul" (Finlandia).
be still my soul • jean sibelius • tune finlandia be still my soul • christian hymn • katharine von schlegel
Brief biography of hymn-writer Katharine von Schlegel and history of spiritual revival hymn "Be Still, My Soul" (Finlandia).
be still my soul • jean sibelius • tune finlandia be still my soul • christian hymn • katharine von schlegel
Harry Houdini: Master Magician
A look into the life and accomplishments of the world's greatest magician.
harry houdini • magician • illusionist • escape artist • performer
A look into the life and accomplishments of the world's greatest magician.
harry houdini • magician • illusionist • escape artist • performer
Lubicon Cree Aborigines
When it comes to Aboriginal rights, colonial governments need not adhere to their own laws, as you can see in the neo-colonial invasion of the Cree.
canadian aboriginal • canadian first nations • cree indian • indian land rights • canadian land rights
When it comes to Aboriginal rights, colonial governments need not adhere to their own laws, as you can see in the neo-colonial invasion of the Cree.
canadian aboriginal • canadian first nations • cree indian • indian land rights • canadian land rights
The Photoelectric Effect
The photoelectric effect can be harnessed to create energy from sunlight using photovoltaic cells.
photoelectric effect • photovoltaic effect • how solar panels work • converting sunlight to electricity • generating electricity from sunlight
The photoelectric effect can be harnessed to create energy from sunlight using photovoltaic cells.
photoelectric effect • photovoltaic effect • how solar panels work • converting sunlight to electricity • generating electricity from sunlight
Visiting Brighton's Pavilion
If you are travelling to Brighton England, visit the Chinese inspired Music Room in the Royal Pavilion which is completely restored after fire and storm.
brighton • brighton england • royal pavilion • brighton pavilion • music room of king george iv
If you are travelling to Brighton England, visit the Chinese inspired Music Room in the Royal Pavilion which is completely restored after fire and storm.
brighton • brighton england • royal pavilion • brighton pavilion • music room of king george iv
Who Was Al Capone?
The rise and fall of the underworld's biggest crime boss.
al capone • gangster • mobster • mafia gangster • mafia
The rise and fall of the underworld's biggest crime boss.
al capone • gangster • mobster • mafia gangster • mafia
EARLY EXPLORATIONS AND MOUNTAINEERING IN INDIAN HIMALAYAS
Early explorations in the Indian Himalayas
everest • sikkim • darjeeling • kabru • paunhari
Early explorations in the Indian Himalayas
everest • sikkim • darjeeling • kabru • paunhari
Great Ideas for Stories
A short article regarding Rafael Sabatini and war fiction.
sabatini • war • hollywood • borgia
A short article regarding Rafael Sabatini and war fiction.
sabatini • war • hollywood • borgia
Maria Howard Weeden, author of Shadows on the Wall
Maria Howard Weeden was an accomplished artist and writer. Her books are filled with portraits and verse about the people she knew.
huntsville • alabama • maria howard weeden • weeden house museum • painter
Maria Howard Weeden was an accomplished artist and writer. Her books are filled with portraits and verse about the people she knew.
huntsville • alabama • maria howard weeden • weeden house museum • painter
My Debut as a Reporter...
Putting on my baseball cap transforms me into Lois Lane!
antiques • collectibles • antiques shows
Putting on my baseball cap transforms me into Lois Lane!
antiques • collectibles • antiques shows
Recap
A recap of one year of articles about Canadian History and Culture. Where to from here?
canadian history • canadian culture • issues • identity.
A recap of one year of articles about Canadian History and Culture. Where to from here?
canadian history • canadian culture • issues • identity.
Royalty in the 20th Century (Part 3)
The monarchies of Kuwait, Lesotho, Liechtenstein, and Luxembourg.
royalty • monarchy • monarchies • history • kuwait
The monarchies of Kuwait, Lesotho, Liechtenstein, and Luxembourg.
royalty • monarchy • monarchies • history • kuwait
The Fabians and the British Empire, Part VI
The Fabian Society was an important group of middle-class British socialists which was founded in 1884 and still exists today. Among the more famous members included the playwright George Bernard Shaw, the novelist H.G. Wells, and the social investigators Sidney and Beatrice Webb. Some less known members were Emmeline Pankhurst, the suffragette leader, and James Ramsay McDonald, future Labour Party prime minister in 1924, and 1929-35. This 13 part series discusses the Fabian Society--a group mostly known for their work on domestic policy--and their relationship and attitudes to the British Empire. Part 6 of a 13 part series.
The Fabian Society was an important group of middle-class British socialists which was founded in 1884 and still exists today. Among the more famous members included the playwright George Bernard Shaw, the novelist H.G. Wells, and the social investigators Sidney and Beatrice Webb. Some less known members were Emmeline Pankhurst, the suffragette leader, and James Ramsay McDonald, future Labour Party prime minister in 1924, and 1929-35. This 13 part series discusses the Fabian Society--a group mostly known for their work on domestic policy--and their relationship and attitudes to the British Empire. Part 6 of a 13 part series.
The Nation Celebrates the Birth of "Papa"
Exciting events are scheduled for the 100th anniversary of Ernest Hemingway's birth.
ernest hemingway • hemingway centennial birthday celebration • hemingway birthplace house • hemingway-pfeiffer museum and educational center • international hemingway festival
Exciting events are scheduled for the 100th anniversary of Ernest Hemingway's birth.
ernest hemingway • hemingway centennial birthday celebration • hemingway birthplace house • hemingway-pfeiffer museum and educational center • international hemingway festival
VICTORIAN WHITE-WORK
Exploring the lost art of "whitework", a Victorian needlework craft.
fabric • linen • white-work • embroidery • trousseaus
Exploring the lost art of "whitework", a Victorian needlework craft.
fabric • linen • white-work • embroidery • trousseaus
19th Century Mass-Produced American Furniture
Detroit Chair Factory and its successor Murphy Chair Company were major players in the transition from hand-made to factory-made furniture in America.
ready-made furniture • american furniture makers • antique american chairs • detroit chair factory • murphy chair company
Detroit Chair Factory and its successor Murphy Chair Company were major players in the transition from hand-made to factory-made furniture in America.
ready-made furniture • american furniture makers • antique american chairs • detroit chair factory • murphy chair company
A Taste of God
A culinary tour through the spiritually diverse neighborhoods of North America and guide to finding God on the menu.
hare • krishna • eat • prasad • spiritual
A culinary tour through the spiritually diverse neighborhoods of North America and guide to finding God on the menu.
hare • krishna • eat • prasad • spiritual
Asian Criminal Groups
Criminal syndicates that emerged in China and Japan still conduct shady activities today, and the violence of Vietnamese/Laotian gangs is becoming well known.
asian criminal groups • chinese triads • japanese yakuza • vietnamese gangs • qing dynasty
Criminal syndicates that emerged in China and Japan still conduct shady activities today, and the violence of Vietnamese/Laotian gangs is becoming well known.
asian criminal groups • chinese triads • japanese yakuza • vietnamese gangs • qing dynasty
Australia's Labour Movement Begins
A background on the beginning of the labour movement in Australia, including the strikes in the 1800s, Australia's first Trade Union Act, and the right to vote for women.
history of australian labour movements • trade unions in australia • unionism in australia • the eight hour day movement • women right to vote australia
A background on the beginning of the labour movement in Australia, including the strikes in the 1800s, Australia's first Trade Union Act, and the right to vote for women.
history of australian labour movements • trade unions in australia • unionism in australia • the eight hour day movement • women right to vote australia
Australia's Unionism in the 1900s
History of Australia's labour movement in the 1900s, including the fight against discrimination against Indigenous Australians and women.
history of australian labour movements • trade unions in australia • unionism in australia • women right to vote australia • aboriginal worker rights
History of Australia's labour movement in the 1900s, including the fight against discrimination against Indigenous Australians and women.
history of australian labour movements • trade unions in australia • unionism in australia • women right to vote australia • aboriginal worker rights
Composer César Cui Biography
Life and works of César Cui, one of 'The Five' Nationalist Russian composers. Famous for art songs, operas, and his acidic musical criticisms.
cesar cui biography • cui life • cesar cui musical works • cesar cui operas • cui russian composer
Life and works of César Cui, one of 'The Five' Nationalist Russian composers. Famous for art songs, operas, and his acidic musical criticisms.
cesar cui biography • cui life • cesar cui musical works • cesar cui operas • cui russian composer
Devil's Island
Thousands of prisoners served time on Devil's Island and thousands died there, whether by starvation, overwork, execution or disease.
devil's island • hell hole • penal colony • ghost • prison
Thousands of prisoners served time on Devil's Island and thousands died there, whether by starvation, overwork, execution or disease.
devil's island • hell hole • penal colony • ghost • prison
Duke Ellington: Big-Band Jazz
Biography of Edward "Duke" Ellington - his life and career. He was influential in jazz history and founder of the big-band jazz music.
duke ellington • duke ellington biography • big-band jazz ellington • duke ellington band • duke ellington orchesta
Biography of Edward "Duke" Ellington - his life and career. He was influential in jazz history and founder of the big-band jazz music.
duke ellington • duke ellington biography • big-band jazz ellington • duke ellington band • duke ellington orchesta
Emile Zola: Life and Works
Short biography of French writer Emile Zola - his life and works. He wrote novels that dealt with harsh realities in working-class life.
emile zola life and works • emile zola biography • emile zola books • zola • dreyfus affair and zola
Short biography of French writer Emile Zola - his life and works. He wrote novels that dealt with harsh realities in working-class life.
emile zola life and works • emile zola biography • emile zola books • zola • dreyfus affair and zola
First Electric Car in Canada, 1893
An open runabout style, the innovative first electric car manufactured in Canada raced around the roads of Toronto, Ontario 115 years ago.
first electric car in canada • featherstonhaugh electric automobile 1893 • frederick bernard featherstonhaugh • william still • john dixon
An open runabout style, the innovative first electric car manufactured in Canada raced around the roads of Toronto, Ontario 115 years ago.
first electric car in canada • featherstonhaugh electric automobile 1893 • frederick bernard featherstonhaugh • william still • john dixon
Frederick Delius, Nature Lover
Brief biography of Frederick Delius, English composer known of his passion for nature and famous for 'On Hearing the First Cuckoo in Spring.'
frederick delius nature lover • delius and eric fenby • on hearing the first cuckoo in spring • a mass of life requiem • delius florida suite
Brief biography of Frederick Delius, English composer known of his passion for nature and famous for 'On Hearing the First Cuckoo in Spring.'
frederick delius nature lover • delius and eric fenby • on hearing the first cuckoo in spring • a mass of life requiem • delius florida suite
Gromit in His Master's Voice
Gromit, of Wallace and Gromit fame, will pose for HMV ads in Britain. The move is an attempt to refresh the chain's image.
aardman animation • wallace and gromit • hmv • his master's voice • nick park
Gromit, of Wallace and Gromit fame, will pose for HMV ads in Britain. The move is an attempt to refresh the chain's image.
aardman animation • wallace and gromit • hmv • his master's voice • nick park
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