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They bring together the best parts of the eastern (Vodka) and western (Kahlúa) worlds. So let's learn a little bit about this wonderfully tasty concoction.

A pop culture icon and creamy after dinner drink, the White Russian is an American favorite. It has also inspired many spin-off drinks, all with tastes of their own.

The Russian Civil War pitted communist Red armies against counter-revolutionary White armies in a six year long armed struggle. This is a look at those White forces.

After the Bolshevik Revolution in 1917 thousands of ant-Communist Russians were stateless and homeless. They all flocked to Shanghai, China and a new life.

At the end of the Russian Civil War an elderly Admiral called back from retirement led a broken down fleet of stolen ships loaded with refugees to safety.

Dwarf hamsters have quite different characteristics to normal hamsters.

The battleship, built by the last Tsar of russia and named for his father, served in two wars under at least five flags.

Sapajou's cartoons for the North China Daily News made him internationally famous. But World war II ended Shanghai's heyday-- and Sapajou's career.

In the 1930s Shanghai was the stuff of legend. It was a thriving commercial center, but also known for every kind of vice. The boom ended in 1937, when Japan invaded.

The smallest and shortest-lived of the White Armies; it came closest to capturing the old capital of St Petersburg in a brief campaign in 1919.

Baratov's cavalry corps in Persia, forgotten and far from home during the Russian Revolution, refused to stop fighting during World War One.

Eggnog, a rich seasonal drink has become a holiday and winter favorite beverage. Commercial or homemade, the varied ingredients make it a treat for every diet and taste.

Cocktails do not need to be complicated and expensive in order to be delicious, there are plenty of cheap cocktails which are easy to make.

Coffee liqueurs such as Kahlua and Tia Maria are among the most popular liqueurs in the world, and are very versatile.

Dessert cocktails provide a perfect way to top off a dinner. Guests won't miss eating dessert with these fun and tasty dessert drink recipes.

The 1st Cavalry Army of General Budyonny was formed in 1918 to give the Red Army a mobile striking force and rapid reaction reserve in the Russian Civil War.

The Fourth Marines were sent to Shanghai in 1927. What originally was a temporary mission lasted until 1941.Transferred to the Philippines, they fought on Corregidor.

The Coen Brothers movie, The Big Lebowski, has spawned an annual festival full of Jeff Bridges, John Goodman, Maud and Jesus Quintana fans. Or Achievers, as they prefer.

Lenin and the Bolsheviks seized power in Russia as a consequence of the October Revolution during 1917. They faced many opponents determined to end their regime.

There are a number of delicious alternatives to dessert after a satisfying meal, including specialty cocktails and sweet wine

Composition and origins of the Russian Imperial Army's 1st Caucasian Cavalry Corps of General NN Baratov fighting the Turks in Persia during World War One.

The 1st Cavalry Army of General Budyonny fought the Whites, Poles, Armenians, Greens, and everyone else in the Russian Civil War.

Centered in the frozen wind-swept White Sea region, a small force of White troops held out against the Reds with the help of a few thousand Interventionist troops.

Formed from mutinous soldiers, armed factory workers and peasant conscripts, the Red Army prevailed through force of arms in the six-year-long Russian Civil War.

Fighting alongside 50,000 homeless Czech legionnaires and 70,000 Japanese troops the White forces under Admiral Kolchak fought the longest of any.

Under the protection of the Cossacks and aided by a corps of Interventionists, the AFSR White Army of the South fought for three bloody years until defeated.

A look at the destructive, unconventional and undeniably captivating character of Zenia in Margaret Atwood's classic tale, The Robber Bride.

The crazy life of white russian Major General Baron Ungern von Sternberg, psychopathic warlord of Mongolia and Military Buddhist

Think candy is just for kids? Guess again. A new breed of sucker is born: Das Lollipops and Lollyphile treats include flavors like pomegranate, lemon-ginger, wasabi.

When the ill-fated White Russian battleship was broken up in Tunisia its guns were sent all over the world, changed hands often, and fought for many new owners.

While the ancient blood feud known as the duel was in decline in Western Europe it was on the rise elsewhere.

The creativity behind these DVD box sets provides ample gift options for the film fanatic and TV maven on any holiday list.

On April 24, 1915, in Constantinople, the Young Turks began the ethnic cleansing, or genocide, of the Turkish Armenian population.

Dwarf hamsters are different to Syrian hamsters in that they can live together and pairs can produce many babies. Learning about the process will produce healthy babies.

Sinfully rich and creamy Kahlua Mousse Pie is a perfect choice for the holiday table. Elegant presentation with whipped cream piled high and chocolate curls on top.

Ladyfingers soaked in Kahlua, layered with sweet brandy whipped cream and cream cheese filling. This Easy Kahlua Tiramisu is dusted with cocoa for a delicious finale!

The Robber Bride looks at four important women of the 1990's: Tony, Charis, Roz and the heartless glue that binds them together - Zenia.

The Big Lebowski is the Coens' take on the detective story, with a stoner as the protagonist , and the usual hilarious mess of events. With Jeff Bridges & John Goodman.

Impress guests at a dinner party with homemade coffee liquor. This recipe approximates Kahua and Tia Maria, and the liquor can be added to for many tasty dessert drinks.

In St. John's, Newfoundland, dance, listen to great traditional music, and have fun getting Screeched-In on George Street, the place to party on The Rock

Many weddings revolve around a theme or a color combination. Pick a theme from the list to below to wow wedding guests on the big day.

Through a combination of ruthlessness and guile, Stalin succeeded in consolidating his power in the vast Soviet bureacracy of his early career.

This perfume was created at a pivotal time in French and Russian culture.

Need a good reason to drink in moderation, or to not drink at all? Here are ten reasons why college students should not binge drink.

Don't let another February 2 pass you by without a festive Groundhog Day party! Here are some ideas to help you celebrate.

The landlocked 'postage stamp' country in central Europe has faced war and recently had to fend off one of its neighbors who invaded in the night.

The tiny landlocked country of Andorra, (69,000 population-2006 census), has a unique modern military history. This includes fighting Imperial Germany for three decades.

Call them outlaws, gangsters, crooks, gunslingers, desperados, or any other name, they are still famous for the deeds they did that changed the course of history.