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The History of Dutch Wooden Clogs
Wooden shoes have been popular in the Netherlands for about 700 years. Wooden shoe wearers claim the shoes are warm in winter, cool in summer and provide support for good posture. The wood also absorbs perspiration so that the foot can breathe. Wooden shoes, as icons of Dutch culture, appear in cust
Different Patterns of Camouflage
Since camouflage's invention during World War I and extensive use and testing during World War II, military patterns have changed greatly. Camouflage began as a simple khaki uniform, was rejected outright during the Korean War, and has gone through multiple modifications before reaching its current,
William Albright Discoveries
William F. Albright was an important American archaeologist and biblical scholar who made some significant discoveries in Palestine during the 1920s, '30s and '40s. At only 22 years of age, Albright received his Ph.D. from Johns Hopkins University. He taught at the American School of Oriental Resear
What Are the Differences Between Morals & Values?
The difference between morals and values can be easily misunderstood because they have a few characteristics that overlap each other and they both help us understand someone's behavior. They are also related because you choose a moral system based on the values you have. However, their...
Venture Your Days Out In Lancashire
Wedding is that day for which your parents crave for. They couldn't wait to see you in the bridal dress. When they got married they couldn't enjoy to their most as that time much fun ...
Dating in Los Angeles
The Internet made an enormous cultural impression on the entire world as soon as it started to become popular; to say that it has turned the life we live upside down and changed the human ...
The History of Mexican Folk Dances
Nowhere is the diversity and rich cultural heritage of Mexico more evident than in its folk dances. Called "Ballet Folklorico," Mexican folk dancing is a carefully preserved tradition passed down from generation to generation. While there are dances common to all of Mexico, each of the country's 3
The History of Colorado Indians
Colorado was once dominated by Native American tribes. With many tribes calling the land that is now Colorado home at one time or another, the history of Colorado's Native Americans is quite diverse. Major tribes like the Ute, Shoshone, Apache and Pueblo controlled parts of the land. The Navajo and
What Kinds of Music Do the Surinamese Listen To?
The Surinamese listen to mixtures of African traditions, as well as to Asian music.suriname flag icon. (with clipping path) image by Andrey Zyk from Fotolia.comOne of the smallest states on the continent of South America, the Republic of Suriname is not especially well known to the rest...
Irish Museums Near New York City
Thousands of Irish immigrants passed through quarantine at Ellis Island.ellis island in new york image by Gary from Fotolia.comMore than 36 million Americans claim Irish ancestry, according to U.S. Census Bureau statistics of 2008. Irish ancestry is the second most commonly claimed...
Temples & Monuments in the Gupta Period
The Gupta Empire, which ruled much of the Indian subcontinent approximately from 320 to 550 CE, was a period of accelerated development in art, architecture, sculpture and Sanskrit literature. The numerous temples and monuments constructed during this period attest to the importance and pervasivenes
Gender Aspects of Social Role Formation in the Chinese Culture
China is a geographically vast nation, with thousands of years of documented history. Throughout this history, the social formation of gender roles within Chinese culture has seen influences from religion, philosophy and contact with foreign cultures.
History of Indian Drums
Drums have been used by all cultures around the world and have been around since some of the earliest civilizations. Indian tribes have used drums as a central part of their lives and as a way to harmonize with nature for generations.
Sacred Symbols of the Apache Indians
Apache Indians are North American Indians who occupied the mountains and plains of southern Arizona and Mexico. The word Apache comes from the Zuni word meaning "enemy." They fought with Americans in battles where they failed. Apache use many traditional symbols, each having its own meaning and purp
Irish Dessert Foods
Irish dessert foods will tickle your taste buds, leaving you satisfied.desserts image by John Keith from Fotolia.comIf you have a sweet tooth and have an appreciation for dessert foods from different cultures, try some delectable treats that hail from Ireland. From pastries filled with...
Historical Monuments in India
The Taj Mahal is India's most famous monument.taj mahal image by Sean Wallace-Jones from Fotolia.comThe history of India, the second-most populous country in the world, dates to the ancient Indus Valley Civilization. Several major religions--Hinduism, Buddhism, Jainism and...
Quantum Ring Theory
Quantum ring theory is both a book--"Quantum Ring Theory: Foundations for Cold Fusion," published in 2006--and a new scientific theory expanding on the concepts of quantum physics.
History of the Grilled Cheese Sandwich
Making a sandwich of bread and cheese does not take much forethought, but deciding to grill the sandwich until the cheese melts within is the stuff of dreams. A tasty grilled cheese sandwich provides a multitude of delicious tastes on the tongue that run from the crispness of the bread to the meltin
Gender Issues in the Chinese Culture
Within Chinese culture, women have consistently held a lower hierarchical status than men. Religious and philosophical Chinese thought, especially Confucianism and Neo-Confucianism, held women in a submissive state. The contemporary Chinese woman has much greater opportunity and equality than her co
Indian Inventions
Photos.com/Photos.com/Getty ImagesIndia is one of the oldest civilizations in the world and has been responsible for a range of inventions, contributions and scientific discoveries. Plastic surgery, chess and the number zero are amongst the most well known Indian inventions, and during...