The Bering Sea is divided into two distinct regions: the Alaskan shelf and the Chukchi Sea. The Alaskan shelf is a relatively shallow area that extends from the coast of Alaska to the Bering Strait. The Chukchi Sea is a deep, icy ocean that extends from the Bering Strait to the North Pole. The climate of the Bering Sea is very harsh, with average temperatures of -5 degrees Celsius in the winter and 10 degrees…
Taoism is thought to have originated in China during the 6th century BCE. Taoism began to gain popularity during the 4th century BCE, and by the 2nd century BCE, it had become one of the major religions of China. Taoism continued to grow in popularity during the Han dynasty, and by the time of the Tang dynasty, it had become the dominant religion of China. Taoism began to decline in popularity during the Song dynasty,…
The queen was buried with her jewelry, including a set of inlaid canopic jars that held organs removed from her body for preservation. The canopic jars were also buried with her. Their alabaster surfaces were inlaid with scenes depicting the queen as a goddess. They bear inscriptions listing the queen’s name, that of her son, and his wife. The jars were found in a secret room within the tomb complex at Saqqara, which is believed…
The Constitution is one of the most important documents in American history. It’s a document that clearly defines the rights and duties of citizens, establishes a national government, and divides power between the national government and state governments. The Constitution was written by a group of delegates from every state except Rhode Island. They met at the Constitutional Convention in 1787 to discuss ways to make the federal government stronger than it was under the…
Texans take pride in their heritage. There’s a lot to brag about—Texans have one of the country’s most vibrant cultures, and they love to show it off. If you’re new to Texas or just need a refresher on the state, here are some facts! The Texas Pledge was written in 1933 by an attorney, Dr. Steven F. Mallet, and adopted by the State Legislature in August of that year. The pledge reads: “Honor the Texas…
An artisan well is a type of well that can be used for irrigation, bathing, drinking water and other uses. An artisan well is an excellent choice if you have an outdoor space in need of a water feature or you want to increase your property’s value. Some people use their artisan wells as outdoor swimming pools, or as things like a fish pond. An artisan well is a type of well that can be…
In this blog post, we’ll be discussing the alliances between European countries leading up to the Great War. We’ll first describe how the assassination of Archduke Franz Ferdinand brought about World War One, then explain why Austria-Hungary issued an ultimatum to Serbia, and finally discuss Germany’s backing of Austria-Hungary against Russia when she declared war. If you’re interested in learning more about how alliances contributed to World War One and the role they played in…
There have been many wars in history, and it is difficult to determine what country has had the most wars. Which two countries have fought the most wars? What country has the most war? What country has never been at war? What’s the longest war in history? Who won 100 Years War? Which countries are best at war? The United States may be one of the world’s oldest democracies, but it has also fought more…
What Is a Century? A century is a period of 100 years. The 21st century began in 2001 and will end in 2100. (Technically it ended on December 31, 2099, but we’re still in the 21st century!) The name “21st” comes from the Latin root “vii,” which means 7 because there are 7 days in a week. Similarly, we often refer to the “12th” century or other centuries that have 12 numbers instead of 10:…
The Colorado Plateau is a high desert area located in the southwestern United States. It consists of four states: Utah, Arizona, New Mexico and Colorado. Its western boundary is the Wasatch Mountains. The western boundary of the plateau is generally defined as the basin-and-range province to the west. The Colorado Plateau is a physiographic and desert region of the Intermontane Plateaus, roughly centered on the Four Corners region of the southwestern United States. The Colorado…