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Sri Rama Navami
BIRTH OF LORD SRI RAMA: The birthday of Lord Sri Rama is known as Sri Rama Navami or Sri RAMA Jayanti. This occasion is observed on Chaitra Shukla Navami. It is the ninth day in ...
How to Build Viking Ships
Viking ships were very small, consisting of just a central hull powered by oars and a single sail. They were made almost entirely of wood--even the plugs and nails were wooden--and could thus be assembled without expensive iron components. Modern-day Norwegian shipbuilders still construct Viking ves
Significant Figures in the American Revolution
The American Revolution was remarkably well documented. Biographies of hundreds of individuals involved at various levels on both sides, as well as accounts and descriptions of key events, still exist. The Americans and the British both produced key political and military figures, without whom thing
How to Write in Greek
The Greek alphabet is one of the oldest and most durable alphabets in history, its use dating back to around 2,750 years ago. While many modern alphabets are derived from Greek letters, you will still need to learn the independent symbols and phonics in order to write in Greek.
Hens Night Ideas That Don’T Need You to Break a Bank!
Awesome hens night parties don't have to necessarily be expensive. Read on to know more about budget hens night ideas. The Place- Plan the party at a friend's house or in a public place Chick ...
Growing Up in the 60s
The 1960s were a unique period in American history. America put the first man on the moon and fought in the Vietnam War. The decade ushered in an era of change from music and dance to politics and self-expression.
The Fashions of the 18th Century
Historical fashion can be a fascinating subject, with 18th century garments employing a wealth of rich fabrics, elaborate decoration and tactile qualities no longer found in our modern clothing. Fashion was also used to distinguish between the classes and illustrate a person's standing within societ
Festivals in Southeastern Michigan
The Michigan Renaissance Festival has games, rides, contests, stage performances and musicians.Festival image by vertellis from Fotolia.comMichigan is home to festivals year-round. The communities in southeastern Michigan (Livingston, Jackson, Macomb, Oakland, Wayne, Monroe, Washtenaw and...
Indians of Idaho
Native Americans lived in Idaho long before their lands were settled by the United States. There are two primary Native American cultural groups that live in Idaho: the Plateau and Great Basin. The Plateau cultural group consists of the Nez Perce and the Kilispel and the Great Basin cultural group i
Viking Hairstyles
Vikings were very well-groomed and had many similar grooming tools still in existence today.Drakkar - viking ship image by __PeTe__ from Fotolia.comVikings, or Norse as they are often called, had a vibrant and advanced culture in the medieval period of history. Their raiding...
LEO YEARLY HOROSCOPE 2012
Finances: Leos have the most promising outlook among all the moon signs. The year 2012 starts on a promising note for the Leos with deals being finalised in business and new ventures bringing in money. ...
About the Choctaw Nation
The Choctaw Nation is one of two main associations of Choctaw Native Americans in the United States. Known as the Choctaw Nation of Oklahoma, they are among a people that originally inhabited the Mississippi Valley when Europeans discovered the area in the 1500s. Known as one of the "Five Civil
What Are African Stools Used For?
African stools are one to two foot stools carved from wood or stone. Unlike most stools, African stools are not used for sitting. Instead, they serve an important spiritual and social purpose for the owner. African stools are most common in Sub-Sahara Africa, particularly amongst West Africans.
About African Americans in the Legal Field in Kentucky
Reading about African Americans in the legal field in Kentucky gives an understanding of past accomplishments and a concept of barriers still remaining within the profession. African Americans have successfully founded educational facilities and broken color barriers within state professional organi
Difference Between False Pride & Vanity
There is a significant difference between false pride and vanity. Both refer to negative attributes of the human personality. Many believe the words have similar connotations. Actually, they apply to different aspects of human behavior.
How to Dance Traditional Native-American Women's Dances
Native American dance styles for women are passed down through generations. The dances often have spiritual significance and make use of animal imagery that illustrates the dance steps. These dances take years to master but, with the assistance of a drum beat, you can practice the basic movements in
Japanese Sports for Kids
Japanese sports develop strength and discipline.Yoyogi Park, Harajuku, Tokyo Japan image by Jo Hall from Fotolia.comChildren are encouraged from a young age in Japan to participate in traditional Japanese sports and martial arts to encourage health and discipline.KarateAlthough Karate...
Information on Cherokee Indian Symbols
Sequoyah, known as George Guess, in 1809 realized the cultural importance of a writing system for his American Indian Tsalagi tribe, known as the Cherokee to white settlers. Previously unable to write, Sequoyah invented a utilitarian, easy to learn, system of writing by 1819.
Indian Stone Games
Most Native American stone games are commonly called hazard games. These games of chance use stones as dice have been found in more than 100 different tribes. The playing pieces have two sides of different colors or markings. In Native American culture, games like these are played only among the sam
Samoan Kava Ceremony
Samoans and other Pacific Islanders have traditionally used a drink called kava in their most important village ceremonies. Participants in the Samoan kava ceremony share the kava amidst singing and dancing.