Dynamic Directory - April 21, 2025

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Stonehenge
Stonehenge

One of the most-recognized monuments in the world, Stonehenge - situated on the Salisbury Plain - is about 5,000 years old.

Anglo-Saxon Settlements in England
Anglo-Saxon Settlements in England

Daffodils, by William Wordsworth - Audio Recording
Daffodils, by William Wordsworth - Audio Recording

William Wordsworth, an English poet who served as Britain's Poet Laureate between 1843-1850, was greatly inspired by nature.

Fighting in the Trenches at Verdun - Cote (Hill) 304
Fighting in the Trenches at Verdun - Cote (Hill) 304

Doughboys and Their Helmets
Doughboys and Their Helmets

Americans fighting in World War I were called doughboys.

Marquis de Lafayette
Marquis de Lafayette

The Marquis de Lafayette became a Major General in the Continental Army of the American Colonies when he was just 19 years old.

Mars - A Roman God
Mars - A Roman God

Mars, the Roman god of war, was considered a mighty warrior while his counterpart for the Greeks, Ares, was viewed as a coward.

View of Buda - Left Bank Side of Budapest
View of Buda - Left Bank Side of Budapest

Budapest is one of the most popular cities in the world. How did it get its name?

100 Decisive Battles from Ancient Times to Now
100 Decisive Battles from Ancient Times to Now

Although historians may disagree that this author has chosen the top 100 battles in the history of the world, the book conveys an unbiased look at important military conflicts which have shaped history.

Istanbul - Seen from Space
Istanbul - Seen from Space

Thanks to NASA's Earth Observatory program, we can view Istanbul (previously known as "Constantinople") from space.

The Huns - by E.A. Thompson
The Huns - by E.A. Thompson

Who were the Huns? What kind of soldiers were they? How did they accomplish so much under the leadership of Atilla?

War Within: America's Battle Over Vietnam
War Within: America's Battle Over Vietnam

One reviewer, writing in The New York Times, has said this book is: "An invaluable record of an unforgettable American calamity."

Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr.
Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr.

Interesting facts about MLK to ponder on MLK Day...such as why his father changed his name. While visiting Memphis, Tennessee - on the 4th of April, 1968 - Dr. King was assassinated at the motel in which he was staying. His death sent shock waves throughout America.

Can Hair Turn White Overnight?
Can Hair Turn White Overnight?

Is it possible for a person's hair to turn white overnight? Who were some of the famous people who reportedly experienced this phenomenon?

Trial of Louis XVI - Reading the Charges Against Him
Trial of Louis XVI - Reading the Charges Against Him

Image of a drawing depicting a scene at the trial of Louis XVI when the charges against him were read to the court.

Imprisoned Louis XVI and His Family
Imprisoned Louis XVI and His Family

Image of a lithograph called "Louis XVI and his Family in the Chateau du Temple," by Edgar Melville Ward.

Women's March to Versailles
Women's March to Versailles

La Marseillaise, the French national anthem, urges people to fight internal tyranny. See the English translation and listen to a spellbinding performance.

French Revolution - Storming the Bastille
French Revolution - Storming the Bastille

France celebrates "Bastille Day" every July 14th. Learn more about it with this humorous video clip from "Horrible Histories."

Louis XVI - Writing His Will During Trial
Louis XVI - Writing His Will During Trial

Image of a painting, called Louis XVI Writing His Will at the Temple, by Danloux Henri-Pierre.

Jacques Necker and the French Revolution
Jacques Necker and the French Revolution

Jacques Necker (1732 - 1804) was trusted by the French people and, for a time, served as Louis XVI's Minister of Finance.

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