Articles related to "1920s"
Introduction to the 1920s
1920s America: more than sex, drugs and jazz, this era was the real start of the 20th Century.
radio • movies • kkk • communistparty • early20thcenturystatistics
1920s America: more than sex, drugs and jazz, this era was the real start of the 20th Century.
radio • movies • kkk • communistparty • early20thcenturystatistics
Langston Hughes
Read The Negro Artist and the Racial Mountain to understand the Harlem Renaissance writers.
langston hughes • harlem renaissance • african american author • black writer • negro artist
Read The Negro Artist and the Racial Mountain to understand the Harlem Renaissance writers.
langston hughes • harlem renaissance • african american author • black writer • negro artist
The History of Ultra
First article of a four-part series on Britain's main contribution to Allied victory during the Second World War: Ultra.
world war ii • second world war • ultra • enigma • military intelligence
First article of a four-part series on Britain's main contribution to Allied victory during the Second World War: Ultra.
world war ii • second world war • ultra • enigma • military intelligence
Were the Interwar Years Truly a Slump?, Part II (book review)
Part 2 of a two part essay looking at the Interwar period-- the period between WWI and WWII-- in the context of Britain's society and economy. I look at four historians who debate the question of whether the period should be considered a "slump."
interwar • 1930 • britain • british • economy
Part 2 of a two part essay looking at the Interwar period-- the period between WWI and WWII-- in the context of Britain's society and economy. I look at four historians who debate the question of whether the period should be considered a "slump."
interwar • 1930 • britain • british • economy
Were the Interwar Years Truly a Slump?, Part I (book review)
Part 1 of a two part essay looking at the Interwar period-- the period between WWI and WWII-- in the context of Britain's society and economy. I look at four historians who debate the question of whether the period should be considered a "slump."
interwar period • economy • britain • slump
Part 1 of a two part essay looking at the Interwar period-- the period between WWI and WWII-- in the context of Britain's society and economy. I look at four historians who debate the question of whether the period should be considered a "slump."
interwar period • economy • britain • slump
Lenin's New Economic Policy
With the Soviet territory suffering from famine and deprivation, Lenin enacted a New Economic Policy that promoted trade, privatization, and enterprise.
lenin's new economic policy • new economic policy • nep • nepmen • bolsheviks
With the Soviet territory suffering from famine and deprivation, Lenin enacted a New Economic Policy that promoted trade, privatization, and enterprise.
lenin's new economic policy • new economic policy • nep • nepmen • bolsheviks
Argentina – Protected Architecture in Rosario
Rosario's heyday around the 1900s was largely influenced by European immigrants, their success stories are still visible in the architectural design of buildings.
protected architecture rosario argentina • walking tour historical buildings rosario • european immigrants argentina • art deco cafe el cairo rosario • works and places of patrimonial value argentina
Rosario's heyday around the 1900s was largely influenced by European immigrants, their success stories are still visible in the architectural design of buildings.
protected architecture rosario argentina • walking tour historical buildings rosario • european immigrants argentina • art deco cafe el cairo rosario • works and places of patrimonial value argentina
Classic Hairstyles for Weddings
Bridal hairstyles have evolved from predictable prom queen to ageless Hollywood allure. The classics from Old Hollywood ensure a timeless look and undated wedding photos.
wedding hairstyles photos • bridal hairstyles photos • classic hairstyles • old hollywood hairstyles • best wedding hairstyles
Bridal hairstyles have evolved from predictable prom queen to ageless Hollywood allure. The classics from Old Hollywood ensure a timeless look and undated wedding photos.
wedding hairstyles photos • bridal hairstyles photos • classic hairstyles • old hollywood hairstyles • best wedding hairstyles
The History of the Racing Sulkies
The history and development of the racing sulky in the United States.
harness racing • standardbreds • racing sulkies • harness racing history
The history and development of the racing sulky in the United States.
harness racing • standardbreds • racing sulkies • harness racing history
Hypnobirthing-What's It All About?
A unique method of relaxed, natural childbirth, enhanced by hypnosis techniques, providing the missing link, that allows women to call upon their natural instincts to bring about a safer, easier, more comfortable birthing in the way that most mirrors nature.
hypnosis • hypnobirth • childbirth • birth
A unique method of relaxed, natural childbirth, enhanced by hypnosis techniques, providing the missing link, that allows women to call upon their natural instincts to bring about a safer, easier, more comfortable birthing in the way that most mirrors nature.
hypnosis • hypnobirth • childbirth • birth
Spooky New York
A Halloween treat chock full O' fright. In this article, you will find a small, fun list that includes the burial places of some of New York's notorious and freakish, and what they did to get there.
A Halloween treat chock full O' fright. In this article, you will find a small, fun list that includes the burial places of some of New York's notorious and freakish, and what they did to get there.
John Adam's Concerto Century Rolls
Capturing the spirit of a post-industrial world, John Adams turned to the player-piano for inspiration in this concerto commissioned by pianist Emanuel Ax.
john adams • emanuel ax • century rolls • lollapalooza • cleveland orchestra
Capturing the spirit of a post-industrial world, John Adams turned to the player-piano for inspiration in this concerto commissioned by pianist Emanuel Ax.
john adams • emanuel ax • century rolls • lollapalooza • cleveland orchestra
African American History For All
Do you know where you're going? Understand where you've been.
let nobody turn us around
Do you know where you're going? Understand where you've been.
let nobody turn us around
Classic Authors: Robert Frost
A brief biography of Robert Frost.
robert frost • new england • poetry
A brief biography of Robert Frost.
robert frost • new england • poetry
DAMASK, A BRIEF HISTORY
We all have at least one tablecloth or a set of dinner napkins of fine damask in our collection. Common as it may be, history calls it the cloth of royalty.
linen • damask • vintage tableware • fabrics
We all have at least one tablecloth or a set of dinner napkins of fine damask in our collection. Common as it may be, history calls it the cloth of royalty.
linen • damask • vintage tableware • fabrics
Hunting Dogs
An Article on Hunting Dogs and their History.
dog • hunting • article • ducks • wildlife
An Article on Hunting Dogs and their History.
dog • hunting • article • ducks • wildlife
Bio of Franz Schreker, Composer
Brief biography of Monaco-born Austrian composer Franz Schreker, founder and conductor of Vienna Philharmonic Choir and famous for Der Ferne Klang (The Distant Sound).
franz schreker biography • work of schreker • composer frank shreker • shreker's operas • schreker der ferne lang
Brief biography of Monaco-born Austrian composer Franz Schreker, founder and conductor of Vienna Philharmonic Choir and famous for Der Ferne Klang (The Distant Sound).
franz schreker biography • work of schreker • composer frank shreker • shreker's operas • schreker der ferne lang
Cocktail Basics
There are some basics of cocktail making and ingredients that are essential to know in order to create the perfect drink. Here is some of the terminology.
mixology • cocktail ingredients • cocktail equipment • how to make cocktails • how to make a cocktail bar
There are some basics of cocktail making and ingredients that are essential to know in order to create the perfect drink. Here is some of the terminology.
mixology • cocktail ingredients • cocktail equipment • how to make cocktails • how to make a cocktail bar
Dorothy West
Novelist, journalist Dorothy West was the The Kid of the Harlem Renaissance.
dorothy west • harlem renaissance • african american • living is easy • wedding
Novelist, journalist Dorothy West was the The Kid of the Harlem Renaissance.
dorothy west • harlem renaissance • african american • living is easy • wedding
Gregory Page Interview
Gregory Page discusses the “Eurocana” style of his new album, Love Made Me Drunk, in Part 1 of Folk101’s exclusive interview.
gregory page • page • san diego • love made me drunk • interview
Gregory Page discusses the “Eurocana” style of his new album, Love Made Me Drunk, in Part 1 of Folk101’s exclusive interview.
gregory page • page • san diego • love made me drunk • interview
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
History of Hops in Vermont
Hops was an important crop in early America. Its bitterness and preservative qualities allowed beer to be preserved and shipped.
history of hops in vermont • new england hops production • what is hops • hops as cash crop • locally grown hops
Hops was an important crop in early America. Its bitterness and preservative qualities allowed beer to be preserved and shipped.
history of hops in vermont • new england hops production • what is hops • hops as cash crop • locally grown hops
How To Make a Martini
The Martini is one of the great classic cocktails which has recently enjoyed a rebirth in the form of fruity versions.
classic martini recipe • martini variations • history of martini • martini famous fans • shaken not stirred martini
The Martini is one of the great classic cocktails which has recently enjoyed a rebirth in the form of fruity versions.
classic martini recipe • martini variations • history of martini • martini famous fans • shaken not stirred martini
Kermits Key Lime Pie Shoppe
All Key Lime Pie is not created equal. For a taste of the real deal, I headed to Kermit's Key Lime Pie Shoppe in Key West, Florida where I was richly rewarded.
kermit's key lime pie shoppe • kermit carpenter • key lime pie • key limes • kermit's key west key lime shoppe
All Key Lime Pie is not created equal. For a taste of the real deal, I headed to Kermit's Key Lime Pie Shoppe in Key West, Florida where I was richly rewarded.
kermit's key lime pie shoppe • kermit carpenter • key lime pie • key limes • kermit's key west key lime shoppe
Nella Larsen
Read Nella Larsen's novels for her take on women's sexuality, race, and the African-American middle class.
nella larsen • harlem renaissance • quicksand • passing • women's writing
Read Nella Larsen's novels for her take on women's sexuality, race, and the African-American middle class.
nella larsen • harlem renaissance • quicksand • passing • women's writing
Paso Robles' Historic Wine Region
These wineries may be known for their Zinfandel but the stories of the region's Spanish Chilean roots and a Polish PM/winemaker's 1920 Ascenion have more to tell.
paso robles wines • limestone soil • terroir • paso robles • zinfandel
These wineries may be known for their Zinfandel but the stories of the region's Spanish Chilean roots and a Polish PM/winemaker's 1920 Ascenion have more to tell.
paso robles wines • limestone soil • terroir • paso robles • zinfandel
Relaxation Technique – History
Historically, meditative practices were associated with Eastern religions. Today, health care practitioners and scientists espouse the benefits of relaxation techniques.
relaxation • technique • history of massage • how to relax • history of relaxation
Historically, meditative practices were associated with Eastern religions. Today, health care practitioners and scientists espouse the benefits of relaxation techniques.
relaxation • technique • history of massage • how to relax • history of relaxation
Romantic Comedy
Summer is for lovers. Cuddle up somewhere air conditioned and catch these romantic comedies.
romantic comedy • his girl friday • cary grant • rosalind russell • designing woman
Summer is for lovers. Cuddle up somewhere air conditioned and catch these romantic comedies.
romantic comedy • his girl friday • cary grant • rosalind russell • designing woman
Sir William Walton
Brief biography of English composer Sir William Walton - his life, influence and works. Famous for 'Facade.'
sir william walton • william walton biography • composer william walton • william walton opera troilus and cressida • walton belshazzar's feast
Brief biography of English composer Sir William Walton - his life, influence and works. Famous for 'Facade.'
sir william walton • william walton biography • composer william walton • william walton opera troilus and cressida • walton belshazzar's feast
The History of the Bra
Whether a woman has a drawer full of lace, frills and ribbons or just one which she wears begrudgingly, bras are now a wardrobe essential.
history of the bra • about bras • utility bra • warners bras • dunlop lastex
Whether a woman has a drawer full of lace, frills and ribbons or just one which she wears begrudgingly, bras are now a wardrobe essential.
history of the bra • about bras • utility bra • warners bras • dunlop lastex
The Wychwood Brewery
The Wychwood Brewery combines traditional brewing methods with modern techniques to produce over 50,000 barrels of ale and a variety of bottled beers which are exported a
brewing • beer • wychwood brewery • wychwood brewing • brakspear
The Wychwood Brewery combines traditional brewing methods with modern techniques to produce over 50,000 barrels of ale and a variety of bottled beers which are exported a
brewing • beer • wychwood brewery • wychwood brewing • brakspear
US Horse Marines
The US Marine Corps used horses often over the course of their service. The golden age of these Horse Marines was 1909-1938.
horse marines • china marines • china horse marines • 4th marines • united states marine corps
The US Marine Corps used horses often over the course of their service. The golden age of these Horse Marines was 1909-1938.
horse marines • china marines • china horse marines • 4th marines • united states marine corps
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
A Review of THE MUMMY from a military perspective
A review and short discussion of THE MUMMY from a military perspective.
the mummy • brendan fraser • royal air force • egypt
A review and short discussion of THE MUMMY from a military perspective.
the mummy • brendan fraser • royal air force • egypt
AAAGGGHHHH!!! Summertime Is Thrill Time For Coaster Enthusiasts
Get in line for the ride of your life!
roller coaster • fun • theme park • amusement park • rides
Get in line for the ride of your life!
roller coaster • fun • theme park • amusement park • rides
Accommodation in Madrid
Madrid has a myriad of suitable accommodation awaiting the visitor. From luxury rooms to budget-priced ones!
madrid • hotel • hostel • motel • apartment
Madrid has a myriad of suitable accommodation awaiting the visitor. From luxury rooms to budget-priced ones!
madrid • hotel • hostel • motel • apartment
After months of waiting, Makah finally kill a gray
For the first time in more than 70 years, Makah Indians seeking to re-establish their whale-hunting tradition harpooned and killed a gray whale off the Pacific coast this week.
makah • gray whale • washington • neah bay
For the first time in more than 70 years, Makah Indians seeking to re-establish their whale-hunting tradition harpooned and killed a gray whale off the Pacific coast this week.
makah • gray whale • washington • neah bay
Black Wall Street- the book
Black Wall Street, a factual account of the worse riot in history by Hannibal B. Johnson.
black wall street • greenwood • tulsa oklahoma • hannibal b. johnson
Black Wall Street, a factual account of the worse riot in history by Hannibal B. Johnson.
black wall street • greenwood • tulsa oklahoma • hannibal b. johnson
Let It Snow! Snowglobes, That Is!
Collecting snowglobes can provide both nostalgia and profit, but returns us to a more innocent time regardless of our motives!
collecting • snowglobes • snowdomes • water globes • antiques
Collecting snowglobes can provide both nostalgia and profit, but returns us to a more innocent time regardless of our motives!
collecting • snowglobes • snowdomes • water globes • antiques
Music Libraries on the Internet
I suppose at first glance, I might be tempted to run in the other direction at the sight of this week's title, because usually when I think of libraries, I think "BO-RING.
programs • libraries on the internet • musicians • music teachers • kids
I suppose at first glance, I might be tempted to run in the other direction at the sight of this week's title, because usually when I think of libraries, I think "BO-RING.
programs • libraries on the internet • musicians • music teachers • kids
Need More Than a Rake to Clear October?
As of press time it was turning into "another October" for the markets. Here are some old reminders about why you are invested at times such as these.
retirement • correction • nasdaq • s&p 500 • high-tech
As of press time it was turning into "another October" for the markets. Here are some old reminders about why you are invested at times such as these.
retirement • correction • nasdaq • s&p 500 • high-tech
Ragtime
The article traces the mix of Ragtime with jazz. It gives a description of the elements that were exchanged between Ragtime and Jazz and the differences between the two.
jazz • ragtime • syncopation • improvisation
The article traces the mix of Ragtime with jazz. It gives a description of the elements that were exchanged between Ragtime and Jazz and the differences between the two.
jazz • ragtime • syncopation • improvisation
Spring Fever: Detours and Daytrips (Part 1)
As the calendar pushes toward the warm days of Summer, you'll undoubtedly find yourself wishing you could hurry the change along. In preparation of Michigan's most popular recreational season, check out these "detours and daytrips!"
michigan • spring • parks • curwood castle • owosso
As the calendar pushes toward the warm days of Summer, you'll undoubtedly find yourself wishing you could hurry the change along. In preparation of Michigan's most popular recreational season, check out these "detours and daytrips!"
michigan • spring • parks • curwood castle • owosso
You're off to see the Wizard
You don't need a yellow brick road to find these Oz travel destinations.
judy garland • grand rapids • minnesota • munchkins • liberal
You don't need a yellow brick road to find these Oz travel destinations.
judy garland • grand rapids • minnesota • munchkins • liberal
Albert Walter and the Comintern in Hamburg
From the early 1920s until February 1933, Albert Walter led a world-wide organization that funded international Communist clubs, cells, and dispensed propaganda.
albert walter • international of seamen and harbor workers • the hamburg method • communism in post world war ii germany • red international of labor unions
From the early 1920s until February 1933, Albert Walter led a world-wide organization that funded international Communist clubs, cells, and dispensed propaganda.
albert walter • international of seamen and harbor workers • the hamburg method • communism in post world war ii germany • red international of labor unions
Alternative Therapy - Electromagnetic Therapy
As you know, people have been buying into the new fad of magnetic therapy. This method uses the same idea, only with electric forces.
breast cancer • cancer • alternative therapy • electromagnetic therapy
As you know, people have been buying into the new fad of magnetic therapy. This method uses the same idea, only with electric forces.
breast cancer • cancer • alternative therapy • electromagnetic therapy
American Artist Georgia O'Keeffe
The artwork of Georgia O'Keeffe reflects her refusal to be defined; her work focuses on the contrast between light and dark, and includes both nature and cityscapes.
georgia o'keeffe • artist • contrast between light and dark • cityscapes • abstract art
The artwork of Georgia O'Keeffe reflects her refusal to be defined; her work focuses on the contrast between light and dark, and includes both nature and cityscapes.
georgia o'keeffe • artist • contrast between light and dark • cityscapes • abstract art
An Introduction to Tin Whiskers
Tin whiskers are mysterious, hair-like metal crystals that sprout from circuit boards and hardware, causing shorts and power failures in critical electronic systems.
tin whiskers • circuit board solder • electronic circuits • failures in electronic systems • nuclear power plant reactor melt down
Tin whiskers are mysterious, hair-like metal crystals that sprout from circuit boards and hardware, causing shorts and power failures in critical electronic systems.
tin whiskers • circuit board solder • electronic circuits • failures in electronic systems • nuclear power plant reactor melt down
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