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Shevchenko, Taras Hryhorovych
(Encyclopedia) Shevchenko, Taras, 1814–1861, Ukrainian poet, writer, and artist, b. Ukraine, studied at the St. Petersburg Academy of Art. The premier…Klee, Paul
(Encyclopedia) Klee, PaulKlee, Paulpoul klā [key], 1879–1940, Swiss painter, graphic artist, and art theorist, b. near Bern. Klee's enormous production (more than 10,000 paintings, drawings, and…Oslo
(Encyclopedia) OsloOsloäzˈlō, äsˈ–, Nor. &oobreve;sˈl&oobreve; [key], city (1995 pop. 482,555), capital of Norway, of Akershus co., and of Oslo co. (175 sq mi/453 sq km), SE Norway, at the…Peary, Robert Edwin
(Encyclopedia) Peary, Robert EdwinPeary, Robert Edwinpērˈē [key], 1856–1920, American arctic explorer, b. Cresson, Pa. In 1881 he entered the U.S. navy as a civil engineer and for several years…communistic settlements
(Encyclopedia) communistic settlements, communities practicing common ownership of goods. Communistic settlements were known in ancient and medieval times, but the flowering of such groups occurred…Edison, Thomas Alva
(Encyclopedia) Edison, Thomas Alva, 1847–1931, American inventor, b. Milan, Ohio. A genius in the practical application of scientific principles, Edison was one of the greatest and most productive…Senegal Department of State Background
U.S. Department of State Background Note Senegal Index: Geography People History Government and Political Conditions Economy Defense Foreign Relations U.S.-Senegalese Relations GEOGRAPHY…Step-by-Step on the Campaign Trail
How the President Gets Elected —Holly Hartman Don't know the difference between a caucus and a convention? Unsure what the electoral college is? Check…Thailand Map Quiz
Are you ready to put your knowledge of Thailand's geography to the test? Whether you are curious about international countries or planning a trip to explore this beautiful region, its stunning…Canadian Provinces and Territories Quiz
The Great White North is a huge country, which makes it perfect to test your knowledge of Canada's map, including provinces, territories, and major bodies of water. Whether you are planning a trip to…Trending
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