Articles related to "The 1850s"
Visiting the Mormons
As overland travelers visited Utah in the 1850s and 1860s, their reports of the Mormon people became steadily more negative.
latter day saints in 1850s • latter day saints in 1860s • first hand reports on mormons • reports on early utah settlement • mormons in 1850s
As overland travelers visited Utah in the 1850s and 1860s, their reports of the Mormon people became steadily more negative.
latter day saints in 1850s • latter day saints in 1860s • first hand reports on mormons • reports on early utah settlement • mormons in 1850s
Rail to the Rescue - Part 1
The challenge of driving railway lines across Britain was daunting enough, let alone affronting the glutinous mud and steep gradients between Balaklava and The Heights
the 1850s • rail travel • the crimea • rough heavily-contoured terrain • thomas beatty
The challenge of driving railway lines across Britain was daunting enough, let alone affronting the glutinous mud and steep gradients between Balaklava and The Heights
the 1850s • rail travel • the crimea • rough heavily-contoured terrain • thomas beatty
The Civil War: Why? - Compare and Contrast
Two books that delve into the question of the cause of the Civil War are A House Divided by Richard Sewell and The Political Crisis of the 1850s by Michael Holt. Each book approaches the question from totally different perspectives. Each of the arguments will be dealt with in turn and it is up to the reader to decide which he or she believes is credible, perhaps it will be decided neither is.
civil war cause • book critique • slavery • political conflict • union
Two books that delve into the question of the cause of the Civil War are A House Divided by Richard Sewell and The Political Crisis of the 1850s by Michael Holt. Each book approaches the question from totally different perspectives. Each of the arguments will be dealt with in turn and it is up to the reader to decide which he or she believes is credible, perhaps it will be decided neither is.
civil war cause • book critique • slavery • political conflict • union
Who was William Walker?
Considered an American patriot by many in his own time, his name comes down to us in History texts, if mentioned at all, as a filibuster seeking to expand slavery.
william walker • filibuster • nicaragua • president • accessory transit company
Considered an American patriot by many in his own time, his name comes down to us in History texts, if mentioned at all, as a filibuster seeking to expand slavery.
william walker • filibuster • nicaragua • president • accessory transit company
Great Lakes Lighthouses
Great Lakes lighthouses were built in quick succession to meet the safety needs of the growing maritime traffic on the Great Lakes.
first great lakes lighthouses • ontario pioneer settlements • maritime navigation • cove island lighthouse • griffith island lighthouse
Great Lakes lighthouses were built in quick succession to meet the safety needs of the growing maritime traffic on the Great Lakes.
first great lakes lighthouses • ontario pioneer settlements • maritime navigation • cove island lighthouse • griffith island lighthouse
Styles of American Colonial Homes
There are 10 distinct versions of the popular American Colonial home.
famous colonial homes • neocolonial • colonial revival • federal and adam colonial • georgian colonial
There are 10 distinct versions of the popular American Colonial home.
famous colonial homes • neocolonial • colonial revival • federal and adam colonial • georgian colonial
The Minutes of the Lazarus Club – Tony Pollard
With an archaeologists eye for historical detail, Tony Pollard's debut novel offers intrigue and insight into British life at the dawn of the Industrial Revolution.
minutes of the lazarus club • dr tony pollard • historical fiction • london in the mid-nineteenth century • british life at the beginning of the industrial re
With an archaeologists eye for historical detail, Tony Pollard's debut novel offers intrigue and insight into British life at the dawn of the Industrial Revolution.
minutes of the lazarus club • dr tony pollard • historical fiction • london in the mid-nineteenth century • british life at the beginning of the industrial re
Pioneer women gardeners in Australia.
A recent conference in Geelong told the story of pioneer women gardeners, who came to this country fifty years after it was settled and created new gardens incorporating the native flora and plants exported from Britain.
history • garden history • pioneer women gardeners in australia • pioneer designers • geelong
A recent conference in Geelong told the story of pioneer women gardeners, who came to this country fifty years after it was settled and created new gardens incorporating the native flora and plants exported from Britain.
history • garden history • pioneer women gardeners in australia • pioneer designers • geelong
Murder in Montana 2
On that fateful Tuesday Scott pulled his gun and fired at his wife, blowing away the side of her face and the back of her head.
montana • butte • joe scott • molly forrest • murder in the west
On that fateful Tuesday Scott pulled his gun and fired at his wife, blowing away the side of her face and the back of her head.
montana • butte • joe scott • molly forrest • murder in the west
Citrus Kumara
Kumara (sweet potato) baked with a citrus and mustard tang.
kumara • sweet potato • yam • citrus • mustard
Kumara (sweet potato) baked with a citrus and mustard tang.
kumara • sweet potato • yam • citrus • mustard
Enjoy Hands-On History in Staunton, Virginia
AtThe Frontier Culture Museum, in Staunton, Virginia, you can get a hands-on feel for what life was like for early settlers of the U.S.
history • colonial u.s. • museums • ancestors • frontier life
AtThe Frontier Culture Museum, in Staunton, Virginia, you can get a hands-on feel for what life was like for early settlers of the U.S.
history • colonial u.s. • museums • ancestors • frontier life
Technology in the Civil War
Last month we looked at recruiting. This month, it's the technology of the Civil War at sea.
navy • us navy • monitor • merrimac • civil war
Last month we looked at recruiting. This month, it's the technology of the Civil War at sea.
navy • us navy • monitor • merrimac • civil war
Arizona Nude Resorts: Bare Facts
Arizona with its beautiful year-round climate should be an ideal clothing-optional vacation destination, but there is only a small range of nude resorts to choose from
arizona nude resorts • clothing-optional vacations in tucson • naked holidays in phoenix and tonopah • hot springs • el dorado
Arizona with its beautiful year-round climate should be an ideal clothing-optional vacation destination, but there is only a small range of nude resorts to choose from
arizona nude resorts • clothing-optional vacations in tucson • naked holidays in phoenix and tonopah • hot springs • el dorado
Chief Crazy Horse
An informative look at the life, times and death of this brave Native-American chieftain whose name is forever linked with that of General George Armstrong Custer
chief crazy horse • oglala sioux • grattan massacre • conquering bear • fetterman's massacre
An informative look at the life, times and death of this brave Native-American chieftain whose name is forever linked with that of General George Armstrong Custer
chief crazy horse • oglala sioux • grattan massacre • conquering bear • fetterman's massacre
How to Care for Your Silverware
Learn about silverware in America and how to clean your silver heirlooms.
decorating with silver • history of silver decorating • polishing silver • cleaning silver • silver polishing recipe
Learn about silverware in America and how to clean your silver heirlooms.
decorating with silver • history of silver decorating • polishing silver • cleaning silver • silver polishing recipe
London's Italian Festival
Visitors to London at the end of July will be able to experience a little bit of Italy, in one of the city's more unsual events.
procession of our lady of mount carmel • st peter's italian church • clerkenwell london • little italy • italian festival
Visitors to London at the end of July will be able to experience a little bit of Italy, in one of the city's more unsual events.
procession of our lady of mount carmel • st peter's italian church • clerkenwell london • little italy • italian festival
Massage Therapy Benefits
There are many positive benefits of massage. One of the most significant massage benefits is an increase in circulation which can speed healing and enhance recovery.
massage therapy • benefits • massage • health conditions • benefits of massage
There are many positive benefits of massage. One of the most significant massage benefits is an increase in circulation which can speed healing and enhance recovery.
massage therapy • benefits • massage • health conditions • benefits of massage
Spanish Rioja Wines - Traditional and Modern
The Rioja wine-producing area has for centuries produced some fine red wines, the younger lighter wines are worth trying too.
spainsh wines • wines from spain • rioja wines • oak-cask wines • young spanish wines
The Rioja wine-producing area has for centuries produced some fine red wines, the younger lighter wines are worth trying too.
spainsh wines • wines from spain • rioja wines • oak-cask wines • young spanish wines
The London Necropolis Railway
In 1854 a new railway service opened in London. It ran only one train a day and its only stop was a cemetery.
london necropolis railway • necropolis railway • brookwood cemetery • cemetery train • death train
In 1854 a new railway service opened in London. It ran only one train a day and its only stop was a cemetery.
london necropolis railway • necropolis railway • brookwood cemetery • cemetery train • death train
The Wallace Monument, Scotland
Scotland's national hero, William Wallace, stands tall with this monument overlooking Stirling.
william wallace • wallace monument • battle of stirling bridge • stirling castle • braveheart
Scotland's national hero, William Wallace, stands tall with this monument overlooking Stirling.
william wallace • wallace monument • battle of stirling bridge • stirling castle • braveheart
Travel: Colorado & Montana 1800s
Modern tourists travel in comfort with a variety of restaurants and clean, well-advertised motels to choose from.. But what was travel like in the Old West?
old west • west • travel • history • road ranches stagecoaches
Modern tourists travel in comfort with a variety of restaurants and clean, well-advertised motels to choose from.. But what was travel like in the Old West?
old west • west • travel • history • road ranches stagecoaches
Absinthe
"After the first glass you see things as you wish they were. After the second, you see things as they are not. Finally you see things as they really are, and that is the most horrible thing in the world." - Oscar Wilde
absinth • absinthe • green • spirit • pernod
"After the first glass you see things as you wish they were. After the second, you see things as they are not. Finally you see things as they really are, and that is the most horrible thing in the world." - Oscar Wilde
absinth • absinthe • green • spirit • pernod
Are You in a Cult? Probably. . .
There have always been what we call cults. But did you know that if you are a member of literally anything, it just might be you belong to a cult. No? Don't be too certain. . .
new thought • science of mind • unity • cults • religion
There have always been what we call cults. But did you know that if you are a member of literally anything, it just might be you belong to a cult. No? Don't be too certain. . .
new thought • science of mind • unity • cults • religion
Constance Fenimore Woolson
The works of this uncoventional female writer captured the attention of critics and caused them to rank her among such noted writers of the time as Henry James, George Washington Cabel, and William Dean Howells.
constance fenimore woolson • rollins college • winter park • florida • women authors
The works of this uncoventional female writer captured the attention of critics and caused them to rank her among such noted writers of the time as Henry James, George Washington Cabel, and William Dean Howells.
constance fenimore woolson • rollins college • winter park • florida • women authors
Experience the Life of Your Great-Grandparents
The Quiet Valey Farm Museum near Stroudsburg, PA offers a unique opportunity to experience 18th and 19th Century life on a typical American farmsted.
american history • history • farm life • early american history • experiental education
The Quiet Valey Farm Museum near Stroudsburg, PA offers a unique opportunity to experience 18th and 19th Century life on a typical American farmsted.
american history • history • farm life • early american history • experiental education
IDB is Forever
If diamonds are a girl's best friend, diamond mines are an opportunist's best friend. Illegal diamond buying and instigating conflicts are two of the most enduring aspects of the diamond trade, and as with any other commodity, diamond dealers are unlikely to refuse a prize acquisition because of country of origin rules.
diamond trade • conflict diamonds • illegal diamond buying • idb • diamonds
If diamonds are a girl's best friend, diamond mines are an opportunist's best friend. Illegal diamond buying and instigating conflicts are two of the most enduring aspects of the diamond trade, and as with any other commodity, diamond dealers are unlikely to refuse a prize acquisition because of country of origin rules.
diamond trade • conflict diamonds • illegal diamond buying • idb • diamonds
Montreal (Hochelaga)
This week we celebrate Montreal, founded May 16, 1642.
montreal • quebec • canada • casino • cartier
This week we celebrate Montreal, founded May 16, 1642.
montreal • quebec • canada • casino • cartier
Operetta: Part 2
The second of 2 articles on operetta. French, Viennese, and Spanish styles.
operetta offenbach lehar strauss fledermaus merry
The second of 2 articles on operetta. French, Viennese, and Spanish styles.
operetta offenbach lehar strauss fledermaus merry
Shuter's Hill, Virginia
This article discusses Dig Days at the Alexandria, Virginia museum complete with guided tours and archaeological volunteer opportunities.
archaeology • volunteer • tours • archaeologicla tours • volunteer digs
This article discusses Dig Days at the Alexandria, Virginia museum complete with guided tours and archaeological volunteer opportunities.
archaeology • volunteer • tours • archaeologicla tours • volunteer digs
Tallahassee museum looks at Florida's unique ecosystems
The "Florida: Your Back Yard" exhibit is just one of the attractions at the unique Tallahassee Museum of History and Natural Science.
tallahassee • capital • history • museum • natural science
The "Florida: Your Back Yard" exhibit is just one of the attractions at the unique Tallahassee Museum of History and Natural Science.
tallahassee • capital • history • museum • natural science
Tassie ABCs M-words.
Visiting some of the M-words of Tasmania, including some of the best-known people and places in the island's history.
macquarie • lachlan • elizabeth • mangana • mangalore
Visiting some of the M-words of Tasmania, including some of the best-known people and places in the island's history.
macquarie • lachlan • elizabeth • mangana • mangalore
Word Menu
Review of <i>Word Menu</i>, a word reference guide.
words • word menu • word reference guide
Review of <i>Word Menu</i>, a word reference guide.
words • word menu • word reference guide
A Brief Biography of Sigmund Freud (1856 – 1939)
Sigmund Freud (full name Sigismus Schlomo Freud) was an Austrian psychiatrist. He was the most influential psychological theorist of the twentieth century.
a biography of sigmund freud • freudian theories and beliefs • the father of psychoanalysis • freud's early years • freudian theory
Sigmund Freud (full name Sigismus Schlomo Freud) was an Austrian psychiatrist. He was the most influential psychological theorist of the twentieth century.
a biography of sigmund freud • freudian theories and beliefs • the father of psychoanalysis • freud's early years • freudian theory
Alcatraz Ghosts and Haunted History
Spanish explorers named it La Isla de los Alcatraces, Island of Pelicans. The isle's history is as tragic as its ghosts.
alcatraz • alcatraz hauntings • alcatraz ghosts • alcatraz specters • haunted prisons
Spanish explorers named it La Isla de los Alcatraces, Island of Pelicans. The isle's history is as tragic as its ghosts.
alcatraz • alcatraz hauntings • alcatraz ghosts • alcatraz specters • haunted prisons
Architecture Is a Reason to Travel
On every trip, there's a moment when architecture catches a traveler's eye, and the thought comes, "I wonder what that building is."
architecture sightseeing • travel photography • midwest destinations sights • illinois indiana missouri iowa • richard meier
On every trip, there's a moment when architecture catches a traveler's eye, and the thought comes, "I wonder what that building is."
architecture sightseeing • travel photography • midwest destinations sights • illinois indiana missouri iowa • richard meier
Civil War Crisis
On April 12, 1861, the American Civil War began, but the crisis was in motion long before the guns awakened.
lincoln • abraham • agragrian • founding • fathers
On April 12, 1861, the American Civil War began, but the crisis was in motion long before the guns awakened.
lincoln • abraham • agragrian • founding • fathers
Debating Descriptivism Part 2
There's a mentality that anything goes in writing. But writing is all about communicating clearly, despite a desire to write and speak lazily. Part 2/2.
descriptive • prescriptive • language drift • robert hartwell fiske • history of english language
There's a mentality that anything goes in writing. But writing is all about communicating clearly, despite a desire to write and speak lazily. Part 2/2.
descriptive • prescriptive • language drift • robert hartwell fiske • history of english language
Early Germ Theory of Disease
Germ Theory is the concept that microorganisms can cause disease, and this theory is the foundation of modern medicine. Here is a summary of some key discoveries.
germ theory • spontaneous generaton • abiogenesis • leeuwenhoek • ignaz semmelweis
Germ Theory is the concept that microorganisms can cause disease, and this theory is the foundation of modern medicine. Here is a summary of some key discoveries.
germ theory • spontaneous generaton • abiogenesis • leeuwenhoek • ignaz semmelweis
Gin Based Cocktails for Tangy Flavored Drinks
For a refreshing tangy flavor, cocktails made with gin are perfect cooling off drinks. Combine gin with juices such as grapefruit and pineapple to add bite to cocktails.
gin based cocktails • tangy flavored drinks • cocktails with gin • distinctive and refreshing alcoholic drinks • combine gin with juices
For a refreshing tangy flavor, cocktails made with gin are perfect cooling off drinks. Combine gin with juices such as grapefruit and pineapple to add bite to cocktails.
gin based cocktails • tangy flavored drinks • cocktails with gin • distinctive and refreshing alcoholic drinks • combine gin with juices
Haunted Mackenzie House Toronto
The ghost of William Lyon Mackenzie, who was the leader of the Upper Canada Rebellion, a newspaper editor and Toronto's first mayor, is reputed to haunt his former home.
haunted mackenzie house toronto • home famous canadian politician william lyon macke • ghost william lyon mackenzie leader upper canada r • great-grandfather william lyon mackenzie king 10th • 82 bond street toronto georgian-style house built
The ghost of William Lyon Mackenzie, who was the leader of the Upper Canada Rebellion, a newspaper editor and Toronto's first mayor, is reputed to haunt his former home.
haunted mackenzie house toronto • home famous canadian politician william lyon macke • ghost william lyon mackenzie leader upper canada r • great-grandfather william lyon mackenzie king 10th • 82 bond street toronto georgian-style house built
Haunted Victoria Canada Parks and Theaters
Paranormal activity in Victoria Canada has also been recorded at many locations such as the Princess Mary, Four Mile House and Camille's Restaurant
victoria canada ghosts parks theaters • hauntings beacon hill park mcpherson playhouse • paranormal activity victoria canada • princess mary victoria • four mile house victoria
Paranormal activity in Victoria Canada has also been recorded at many locations such as the Princess Mary, Four Mile House and Camille's Restaurant
victoria canada ghosts parks theaters • hauntings beacon hill park mcpherson playhouse • paranormal activity victoria canada • princess mary victoria • four mile house victoria
Heirloom Apples
Go into any major supermarket and your choices of apples are limited to five or six varieties. That's not the way it used to be.
heirloom apples • old fashioned • heritage • lady • rhode island greening
Go into any major supermarket and your choices of apples are limited to five or six varieties. That's not the way it used to be.
heirloom apples • old fashioned • heritage • lady • rhode island greening
How To Play Polo
Want to learn to play polo but can't ride a horse? This article explains the history of polo, how to get started, the best places to learn, and what kit you will need.
horse polo • polo shirts • polo sport • how to play polo • men's polo
Want to learn to play polo but can't ride a horse? This article explains the history of polo, how to get started, the best places to learn, and what kit you will need.
horse polo • polo shirts • polo sport • how to play polo • men's polo
New Age Definitions
Defining the New Age, its roots and usage as a cultural term, and the practices and beliefs it attempts to describe.
new-age • definition • neo-gnostic • neo-pagan • contemporary spirituality
Defining the New Age, its roots and usage as a cultural term, and the practices and beliefs it attempts to describe.
new-age • definition • neo-gnostic • neo-pagan • contemporary spirituality
Olde Fashioned Soda Fountain
Portside Pharmacy and Olde Fashioned Soda Fountain located in Newport News Virginia offers authentic vintage refreshment to travelers and locals.
william styron square in port warwick • elsa's story • portside pharmacy and olde fashioned soda fountain • american soda fountain company • soda fountains
Portside Pharmacy and Olde Fashioned Soda Fountain located in Newport News Virginia offers authentic vintage refreshment to travelers and locals.
william styron square in port warwick • elsa's story • portside pharmacy and olde fashioned soda fountain • american soda fountain company • soda fountains
Prospecting at the Emmaville Gemfest
Emmaville Gemfest is a yearly gathering of fossicking interested folk from across Australia taking place in a small town in rural New South Wales
fossicking for the family • prospecting in emmaville • emmaville gems • emmaville gemfest • prospecting in new south wales
Emmaville Gemfest is a yearly gathering of fossicking interested folk from across Australia taking place in a small town in rural New South Wales
fossicking for the family • prospecting in emmaville • emmaville gems • emmaville gemfest • prospecting in new south wales
Researching Slave Ancestors
Researching ancestors who were slaves can be one of the most challenging jobs a genealogist can undertake. It's not impossible, though.
slaves • slave history • slave ancestors • slave genealogy • civil war ancestors
Researching ancestors who were slaves can be one of the most challenging jobs a genealogist can undertake. It's not impossible, though.
slaves • slave history • slave ancestors • slave genealogy • civil war ancestors
Short History of London Coffee Houses and Cafes
Brand name coffee shops dominate the high streets of cities in the Western world. Love them or hate them, their legacy is fascinating.
london's cafe culture • london coffee houses • sixteenth century coffee houses • working men's cafe • penny universities
Brand name coffee shops dominate the high streets of cities in the Western world. Love them or hate them, their legacy is fascinating.
london's cafe culture • london coffee houses • sixteenth century coffee houses • working men's cafe • penny universities
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