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Historical Insights into the Thanksgiving Story
The gathering at Plimoth Plantation was not quite what is portrayed in US history books. But it is possible to reinterpret the holiday from a larger point of view.
us thanksgiving history • wampanoag indians and squanto • pilgrims • european settlers • plimoth plantation
The gathering at Plimoth Plantation was not quite what is portrayed in US history books. But it is possible to reinterpret the holiday from a larger point of view.
us thanksgiving history • wampanoag indians and squanto • pilgrims • european settlers • plimoth plantation
The Aborigines
This article outlines the tradition and lifestyle of the Aborigines. It highlights the effect of the European settlements on the lives of these unique group of people
aborigines • first inhabitants • australia.nomads.hunters • european settlers • deprivation
This article outlines the tradition and lifestyle of the Aborigines. It highlights the effect of the European settlements on the lives of these unique group of people
aborigines • first inhabitants • australia.nomads.hunters • european settlers • deprivation
Nova Scotia's Lighthouse Route
Nova Scotia is one of Canada's most interesting and picturesque provinces, with its fishing villages, rocky shores, and especially the lighthouses.
nova scotia lighthouses • lighthouse route • peggy’s cove lighthouse • yarmouth • lunenburg
Nova Scotia is one of Canada's most interesting and picturesque provinces, with its fishing villages, rocky shores, and especially the lighthouses.
nova scotia lighthouses • lighthouse route • peggy’s cove lighthouse • yarmouth • lunenburg
1788 - The Brutal Truth of the First Fleet
David Hill offers a fascinating and factual account of the preparation and journey of the First Fleet and the establishment of a British colony in Sydney, Australia.
1788 • truth of the first fleet • david hill • journey of the first fleet • early years of settlement in australia
David Hill offers a fascinating and factual account of the preparation and journey of the First Fleet and the establishment of a British colony in Sydney, Australia.
1788 • truth of the first fleet • david hill • journey of the first fleet • early years of settlement in australia
Changes in American Agriculture
From the time of contact and beyond, the Europeans and the natives experienced dramatic changes, specifically in agriculture.
changes in american farming • changes after european and native american contact • early colonists could not or would not farm • native americans altered their farming techniques • alteration of hunting
From the time of contact and beyond, the Europeans and the natives experienced dramatic changes, specifically in agriculture.
changes in american farming • changes after european and native american contact • early colonists could not or would not farm • native americans altered their farming techniques • alteration of hunting
Native American Names
Europeans at Jamestown misunderstand meaning of Native American languages. Pocahontas only a nickname. Caddos name Texas.
native american names • first europeans misunderstanding of native america • caddos of texas • europeans settlers around jamestown in virginia • texas
Europeans at Jamestown misunderstand meaning of Native American languages. Pocahontas only a nickname. Caddos name Texas.
native american names • first europeans misunderstanding of native america • caddos of texas • europeans settlers around jamestown in virginia • texas
THE EARLY SETTLING OF NEWFOUNDLAND
Since the beginning of the sixteenth Century, European fishermen have been coming to the shores of what is today known as Newfoundland. But it was the settlers of the seventeenth Century that endured indescribeable hardships to colonize the Island.
suite 101 • suite 101.com • mary • alward • mary alward
Since the beginning of the sixteenth Century, European fishermen have been coming to the shores of what is today known as Newfoundland. But it was the settlers of the seventeenth Century that endured indescribeable hardships to colonize the Island.
suite 101 • suite 101.com • mary • alward • mary alward
The Vanishing Tribe
In 200 A.D., the Beothuck Indians made their home on what is now known as Newfoundland, Canada. In 1829, with the passing of Shanawdithit, a Beothuck woman, the tribe vanished.
boethuck • indians • history for children • mary alward • mary m alward
In 200 A.D., the Beothuck Indians made their home on what is now known as Newfoundland, Canada. In 1829, with the passing of Shanawdithit, a Beothuck woman, the tribe vanished.
boethuck • indians • history for children • mary alward • mary m alward
Wild Turkey, Christmas Turkey
People love turkeys - as wildlife, for sport, or as food for the table. These large North American birds were nearly hunted to extinction, but they're back and spreading.
wild turkey • christmas turkey • thanksgiving • large north american birds • extinction
People love turkeys - as wildlife, for sport, or as food for the table. These large North American birds were nearly hunted to extinction, but they're back and spreading.
wild turkey • christmas turkey • thanksgiving • large north american birds • extinction
A Brief History of Burlington, Ontario
Many residents of this suburban community do not know much about the city they live in or its past. However, Burlington has an interesting and unique history.
burlington • history of burlington • burlington ontario • history of burlington ontario • joseph brant
Many residents of this suburban community do not know much about the city they live in or its past. However, Burlington has an interesting and unique history.
burlington • history of burlington • burlington ontario • history of burlington ontario • joseph brant
Australian Aboriginal Native Plant Use
The Australian aborigines have traditionally used native plants for many things; uses of plants included food, medicine, tools, weapons, food utensils and art objects.
australian aboriginal native plant use • impact of european immigrants on australian aborig • how australia's aborigines used plants for food an • species of edible plants used by the aborigines • aboriginal use of plants for medicinal purposes
The Australian aborigines have traditionally used native plants for many things; uses of plants included food, medicine, tools, weapons, food utensils and art objects.
australian aboriginal native plant use • impact of european immigrants on australian aborig • how australia's aborigines used plants for food an • species of edible plants used by the aborigines • aboriginal use of plants for medicinal purposes
Karen Blixen
It was the life of Karen Blixen that was immortalized in the movie, "Out of Africa". Her story illustrates the life of a European settler in Africa.
karen blixen • out of africa • kenya • nairobi • life of karen blixen
It was the life of Karen Blixen that was immortalized in the movie, "Out of Africa". Her story illustrates the life of a European settler in Africa.
karen blixen • out of africa • kenya • nairobi • life of karen blixen
Montreal's First Permanent European Inhabitant
First permanent settler in Montreal, Pierre Gadoyes (Gadois).
habitant • pierre gadois • pierre gadoyes • montreal • de maisonneuve
First permanent settler in Montreal, Pierre Gadoyes (Gadois).
habitant • pierre gadois • pierre gadoyes • montreal • de maisonneuve
History of the Chesapeake Bay
Prompted to form by a bolide that hit the Earth 35 million years ago, the Bay is home to more than 16 million people.
history of chesapeake bay • chesapeake bay pollution • chesapeake bay fishing • chesapeake bay waterfront • chesapeake bay foundation
Prompted to form by a bolide that hit the Earth 35 million years ago, the Bay is home to more than 16 million people.
history of chesapeake bay • chesapeake bay pollution • chesapeake bay fishing • chesapeake bay waterfront • chesapeake bay foundation
Mount Macedon - Playground of the Privileged
A tour of the Macedon Ranges area, incorporating Hanging Rock.
macedon area • mineral spas • hanging rock • mount macedon • bush rangers
A tour of the Macedon Ranges area, incorporating Hanging Rock.
macedon area • mineral spas • hanging rock • mount macedon • bush rangers
The Rhodesians
A general history of white settler rule in Rhodesia from 1890 to its Unilateral Declaration of Independence in 1965.
rhodesia • federation • whites • settlers • land apportionment act
A general history of white settler rule in Rhodesia from 1890 to its Unilateral Declaration of Independence in 1965.
rhodesia • federation • whites • settlers • land apportionment act
Dixieland Amusement Park and Ostrich Farm
Long before Walt Disney transformed a Florida orange grove into the nation's top tourist destination, Jacksonville was the place to go.
treaty oak park • dixieland park • dixieland amusement and ostrich park • jacksonville • jessie ball du pont park
Long before Walt Disney transformed a Florida orange grove into the nation's top tourist destination, Jacksonville was the place to go.
treaty oak park • dixieland park • dixieland amusement and ostrich park • jacksonville • jessie ball du pont park
Four Places to Visit Around Darwin
Named after evolutionary theorist, Charles Darwin, this tropical city is best known for its sultry climate, but has many hidden historical gems that shouldn't be missed.
historical interest in darwin • places to visit around darwin • stokes hill and other historical gems on a top end • darwin • smallest state capital in australia
Named after evolutionary theorist, Charles Darwin, this tropical city is best known for its sultry climate, but has many hidden historical gems that shouldn't be missed.
historical interest in darwin • places to visit around darwin • stokes hill and other historical gems on a top end • darwin • smallest state capital in australia
Harrison Hot Springs Hotel, BC
Just outside of Vancouver, Harrison Hot Springs Resort and Spa in Western Canada is a haven for wellness travel.
harrison hot springs hotel • harrison hot springs resort and spa • bc western canada • hot spring mineral pools • luxury spa treatments
Just outside of Vancouver, Harrison Hot Springs Resort and Spa in Western Canada is a haven for wellness travel.
harrison hot springs hotel • harrison hot springs resort and spa • bc western canada • hot spring mineral pools • luxury spa treatments
Mullein (Verbascum thapsus)
Mullein is an easy plant to identify, with its towering flower stalks and thick leaves like flannel that stay green even in winter.
mullein • verbascum • plant torch • hand drill • herbal smoking mixture
Mullein is an easy plant to identify, with its towering flower stalks and thick leaves like flannel that stay green even in winter.
mullein • verbascum • plant torch • hand drill • herbal smoking mixture
Ohio Walleye Run is a Popular Fishing Event
Every spring thousands of anglers from across the U.S. and even abroad come to Northwestern Ohio for the annual walleye fishing run in the Maumee River near Toledo.
walleye fishing run in the maumee river • walleye run in maumee river • annual walleye run • walleye run ohio • ohio fishing
Every spring thousands of anglers from across the U.S. and even abroad come to Northwestern Ohio for the annual walleye fishing run in the Maumee River near Toledo.
walleye fishing run in the maumee river • walleye run in maumee river • annual walleye run • walleye run ohio • ohio fishing
The Indians of Delaware
For the Indians of Delaware their land was a paradise. The waters abound with game, fish, and fowl, the woodlands with fruit, berries and nuts. Then the Europeans came.
delaware • native americans • lenni-lenape • nanticoke • algonkian-speaking family
For the Indians of Delaware their land was a paradise. The waters abound with game, fish, and fowl, the woodlands with fruit, berries and nuts. Then the Europeans came.
delaware • native americans • lenni-lenape • nanticoke • algonkian-speaking family
The New World/Pocahontas
The New World or Disney's Pocahontas: Which One Got It Right?
terrence malick's the new world • disney's pocahontas • malick's the new world • q'orianka kilcher • irene bedard
The New World or Disney's Pocahontas: Which One Got It Right?
terrence malick's the new world • disney's pocahontas • malick's the new world • q'orianka kilcher • irene bedard
Tick Tock Time's a wastin'
Feeling the frenzy of the holidays instead of the fun? Still looking for unique gift ideas? Then hit the trail. North Carolina's Craft Trail can help.
last minute gifts • frenzied • holiday • christmas • hanukkah
Feeling the frenzy of the holidays instead of the fun? Still looking for unique gift ideas? Then hit the trail. North Carolina's Craft Trail can help.
last minute gifts • frenzied • holiday • christmas • hanukkah
Virginia Facts & Activities
Virginia is rich with history. Whether you live in Virginia or are just learning about America's early beginnings, here are some great ideas to help you out.
history of virginia • virginia history • jamestown history • homeschool lesson plan • virginia lesson plan
Virginia is rich with history. Whether you live in Virginia or are just learning about America's early beginnings, here are some great ideas to help you out.
history of virginia • virginia history • jamestown history • homeschool lesson plan • virginia lesson plan
Bribie Island, QLD, Australia - Local History
Bribie Island was a fertile home to the Gubbi Gubbi Aboriginal people until European settlement in the 1860s. Today, Bribie is a Brisbane island tourist playground.
bribie island • brisbane island • bribie • gubbi gubbi • aboriginal people
Bribie Island was a fertile home to the Gubbi Gubbi Aboriginal people until European settlement in the 1860s. Today, Bribie is a Brisbane island tourist playground.
bribie island • brisbane island • bribie • gubbi gubbi • aboriginal people
Campaign to save Clear Creek
Rarely does the community get a chance to save 576 acres of Carolinian habitat in Southwestern Ontario.
clear creek • nature • canada • ontario • naturalist
Rarely does the community get a chance to save 576 acres of Carolinian habitat in Southwestern Ontario.
clear creek • nature • canada • ontario • naturalist
Cowbird
An interesting fact about this black bird that specialized in following those buffalo herds cultivated the remarkable capacity to drop its eggs in other bird species' nests.
cowbird • buffalo bird • birds
An interesting fact about this black bird that specialized in following those buffalo herds cultivated the remarkable capacity to drop its eggs in other bird species' nests.
cowbird • buffalo bird • birds
Defining Terrorism
During the 1970's, the Rhodesian government used the word "terrorist" effectively in its propaganda to sway the world to its side, while thousands of Africans suffered.
terrorism • rhodesia • zimbabwe • guerrilla soldiers • military
During the 1970's, the Rhodesian government used the word "terrorist" effectively in its propaganda to sway the world to its side, while thousands of Africans suffered.
terrorism • rhodesia • zimbabwe • guerrilla soldiers • military
Extinction V: Modern Extinctions
Extinction is not just something that happened in the distant past. Are we currently experiencing the beginnings of another mass extinction?
extinct • extinction • dodo • passenger pigeon • carolina parakeet
Extinction is not just something that happened in the distant past. Are we currently experiencing the beginnings of another mass extinction?
extinct • extinction • dodo • passenger pigeon • carolina parakeet
Goldenseal: The Mysteries & Myths
Goldenseal - one of the top-selling herbs.
goldenseal • hydrastis • herbs • natural health • herbal medicine
Goldenseal - one of the top-selling herbs.
goldenseal • hydrastis • herbs • natural health • herbal medicine
Herbalism-Part II
This article concludes a two part series on herbalism.
herbalism • 'doctrine of signature • ' linnaeus • de la cruz • badiano herbal
This article concludes a two part series on herbalism.
herbalism • 'doctrine of signature • ' linnaeus • de la cruz • badiano herbal
How to Save the Chesapeake Bay
'Save the Bay" is the Chesapeake Bay Foundation's marketing tag line. What has happened to the Bay's keystone species and can oysters be restored?
chesapeake bay oyster • captain john smith • oyster stuffing • tommy leggett • oyster aquaculture
'Save the Bay" is the Chesapeake Bay Foundation's marketing tag line. What has happened to the Bay's keystone species and can oysters be restored?
chesapeake bay oyster • captain john smith • oyster stuffing • tommy leggett • oyster aquaculture
Island in the middle
The island in the middle of Wellington, its stories and past.
matiu • somes island
The island in the middle of Wellington, its stories and past.
matiu • somes island
Lemon Balm in Autoimmune Diseases
Lemon balm, a member of the mint family, is used to relieve symptoms and promote immune system health in patients with autoimmune disease.
lemon • balm • autoimmune • disease • diseases
Lemon balm, a member of the mint family, is used to relieve symptoms and promote immune system health in patients with autoimmune disease.
lemon • balm • autoimmune • disease • diseases
Native Spirit
Native American Herbal Medicine
native american herbs • native american medicine • medicine of aboriginal tribes • indian herbals • shaman
Native American Herbal Medicine
native american herbs • native american medicine • medicine of aboriginal tribes • indian herbals • shaman
New Spain and the Pueblo Indians
Spain's efforts to colonize North America sparked a massive movement to subvert Indian religion.
pueblo indians • pueblo revolt of 1680 • relations with new spain • missionaries • efforts to convert indian tribes
Spain's efforts to colonize North America sparked a massive movement to subvert Indian religion.
pueblo indians • pueblo revolt of 1680 • relations with new spain • missionaries • efforts to convert indian tribes
Newfoundland Doctor Began Smallpox Vaccinations
The first vaccinations against disease in Canada credited to John Clinch of Newfoundland. Initial threads of vaccine were shipped to the coastal community from England.
first vaccinations in canada • first vaccinations in newfoundland 1800 • vaccination against smallpox • dr john clinch • dr edward jenner in england
The first vaccinations against disease in Canada credited to John Clinch of Newfoundland. Initial threads of vaccine were shipped to the coastal community from England.
first vaccinations in canada • first vaccinations in newfoundland 1800 • vaccination against smallpox • dr john clinch • dr edward jenner in england
Origins of the Koala
The koala has large fluffy ears, a spoon-nose and bright button eyes. Historically, it has been a victim of 'progress' and the fur trade, but is now an endangered species
koala origins • icon of australia • fur trade • endangered species • fauna parks
The koala has large fluffy ears, a spoon-nose and bright button eyes. Historically, it has been a victim of 'progress' and the fur trade, but is now an endangered species
koala origins • icon of australia • fur trade • endangered species • fauna parks
Paynes Prairie State Preserve
Located in North Central Florida, Paynes Prairie is a gem of a park to hike, bike, camp, and observe some of Florida's wildest and most beautiful plants and animals.
paynes prairie state preserve • gainesville • micanopy • florida • seminole indians
Located in North Central Florida, Paynes Prairie is a gem of a park to hike, bike, camp, and observe some of Florida's wildest and most beautiful plants and animals.
paynes prairie state preserve • gainesville • micanopy • florida • seminole indians
Prevent the Spread of Exotic Invasive Trees
Exotic trees may look beautiful in the landscape, but some have a dark side: They may be exotic invasives that are harmful to the ecosystem.
exotic invasive trees • threat to landscape • tree of heaven • how to control invasive plants • how to control weed trees
Exotic trees may look beautiful in the landscape, but some have a dark side: They may be exotic invasives that are harmful to the ecosystem.
exotic invasive trees • threat to landscape • tree of heaven • how to control invasive plants • how to control weed trees
Seal Island and Seabirds
Seal Island National Wildlife Refuge, off the coast of Maine, is home to Atlantic Puffins, Roseate Terns, Great Cormorants, and other breeding seabirds.
atlantic puffins • puffins • seal island • maine puffins • maine puffin colony
Seal Island National Wildlife Refuge, off the coast of Maine, is home to Atlantic Puffins, Roseate Terns, Great Cormorants, and other breeding seabirds.
atlantic puffins • puffins • seal island • maine puffins • maine puffin colony
See Rock Art in Central Texas
A bluff in the rolling hills 30 miles east of San Angelo bears hundreds of paintings 1,000 years old or older, some of which accurately mark the solstices.
rock art in texas • rock paintings • ancient art • meanings of rock art images • concho county texas
A bluff in the rolling hills 30 miles east of San Angelo bears hundreds of paintings 1,000 years old or older, some of which accurately mark the solstices.
rock art in texas • rock paintings • ancient art • meanings of rock art images • concho county texas
Slavery and the Civil War
The civil war (1861 - 1865) was fought largely over issues of slavery.
slavery and the civil war • abraham lincoln and slavery • abraham lincoln and the civil war • history of slavery in the united states • declaration of independence and slavery
The civil war (1861 - 1865) was fought largely over issues of slavery.
slavery and the civil war • abraham lincoln and slavery • abraham lincoln and the civil war • history of slavery in the united states • declaration of independence and slavery
South Pacific Travel: Holiday in Endless Summer
A wild-sea beach stretching to the horizon. Rich Maori history and stories of pioneers. Surf-breaks and horse treks. Quiet, starry nights. This is Ahipara in Aotearoa.
new zealand tourism destination • new zealand's far north • new zealand history • ninety mile beach tours • maori culture
A wild-sea beach stretching to the horizon. Rich Maori history and stories of pioneers. Surf-breaks and horse treks. Quiet, starry nights. This is Ahipara in Aotearoa.
new zealand tourism destination • new zealand's far north • new zealand history • ninety mile beach tours • maori culture
Spring Cleaning Part 1 - The Urge to Purge
Spring cleaning marathons aren't for everyone, at least not anymore. And for some of us maybe it might be time to take a closer look at this particular rite of spring.
spring cleaning • spring cleaning history • reasons not to spring clean • don't spring clean • chores
Spring cleaning marathons aren't for everyone, at least not anymore. And for some of us maybe it might be time to take a closer look at this particular rite of spring.
spring cleaning • spring cleaning history • reasons not to spring clean • don't spring clean • chores
Teach Children About Maple Sugaring
Early spring is maple sugar season. Teach children about the maple syrup making process including its Native American history, tapping a sugar maple and boiling.
teach children maple sugaring • maple syrup lesson plan • history science maple sugar • maple sugaring process • native american history maple sugar
Early spring is maple sugar season. Teach children about the maple syrup making process including its Native American history, tapping a sugar maple and boiling.
teach children maple sugaring • maple syrup lesson plan • history science maple sugar • maple sugaring process • native american history maple sugar
Thanksgiving Leftovers
Leftover turkey isn't the only the only thing to be thankful for when celebrating <i>Thanksgiving</i>. And thankfulness doesn't have to be limited to one day per year.
volunteer • volunteer opportunities • reasons to volunteer • helping others • thankfulness
Leftover turkey isn't the only the only thing to be thankful for when celebrating <i>Thanksgiving</i>. And thankfulness doesn't have to be limited to one day per year.
volunteer • volunteer opportunities • reasons to volunteer • helping others • thankfulness
Thanksgiving Pie
Thanksgiving tables everywhere will soon groan under extravagant holiday spreads. Most of these festive meals will include pies of various kinds. A traditional favorite is the sweet and luscious Pecan Pie.
texas thanksgiving • pecan pie • pecans • governor hogg • indian words
Thanksgiving tables everywhere will soon groan under extravagant holiday spreads. Most of these festive meals will include pies of various kinds. A traditional favorite is the sweet and luscious Pecan Pie.
texas thanksgiving • pecan pie • pecans • governor hogg • indian words
The History of Composting
Composting itself is as old as organic matter itself. It is part of the natural cycle of life.
compost • akkadians • mesopotamia • marcus porcius cato • de agri cultura
Composting itself is as old as organic matter itself. It is part of the natural cycle of life.
compost • akkadians • mesopotamia • marcus porcius cato • de agri cultura
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