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Prehistorical and Ancient The megalithic passage tomb at Newgrange in Ireland covers over an acre and was constructed around 3200 B.C. Buried for centuries, the mound was rediscovered in…Women Who Left Their “Stamps” on History
Each of the following women have made a significant contribution to society. As a result, they (or works of art created by them) have been pictured on U.S. postage stamps.Name Year Issued…Baltimore, Md.
Mayor: Stephanie Rawlings-Blake (to 2016) 2010 census population (rank): 620,961 (21); Male: 292,249 (46.6%); Female: 328,712 (52.9%); White: 183,830 (29.6…Memphis, Tenn.
Mayor: A. C. Wharton, Jr. (to 2016) 2010 census population (rank): 646,889 (20); % change: -0.5; Male: 307,019 (47.5%); Female: 339,870 (52.5%); White: 190,120 (29.4%); Black: 409,687 (63.3…San Francisco, Calif.
Mayor: Edwin M. Lee (to Jan. 2016) 2010 census population (rank): 805,235 (13); Male: 408,462 (50.7%); Female: 396,…Minneapolis, Minn.
Mayor: Betsy Hodges (to Jan. 2017) 2010 census population (rank): 382,578 (48); Male: 192,421 (50.3%); Female: 190…Nashville-Davidson, Tenn.
Mayor: Karl Dean (to Sept. 2015) 2010 census population (rank):1 601,222 (25); Male: 291,294 (48.5%); Female: 309,925 (51.5%); White: 363,611 (60.5%); Black: 170,907 (28.4%); American Indian…World Geography Glossary
Find the definition of geography terms and phrases. geography The study of the physical features of the earth. Includes study of regional formations and their relation to humans. latitude…Fighting Words: An Iraq War Glossary
Collateral damage:A military euphemism for civilian deaths. Decapitation strike:To remove a regime’s leadership and thereby curtail warfare. The U.S. military attempted a decapitation strike…National Consumer Organizations
NOTE: For other organizations, see Societies & Associations AARP: Consumer Affairs Section, 601 E St. NW, Washington, DC 20049; 888-687-2277; Web: www.aarp.org. Offers information on housing…Trending
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