Graham Robb “The Ancient Paths” is a neat little romp through a forgotten aspect of the Celts: how they mind mapped ancient Europe! I have to say Graham Robb’s conclusions are very compelling as a linguist, historian, and genealogist. What he has uncovered in this book, I would call ground-breaking. […]
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Wholesome TV shows are hard to find nowadays, sadly. But don’t despair I’ve got you covered in this list! Our core American family values have been eroded by mainstream media and all its sensationalist glory; however, there are a few “good” shows to be viewed. When I say “good,” I
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The book “1066: The Hidden History in the Bayeux Tapestry” by Andrew Bridgeford will make you question EVERYTHING you’ve ever been taught on the subject! And it’s a good thing too! When I first saw this book I started out thinking “here’s just another Bayeux milieu,” this book will be
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Who were the Norman Matildas and Plantagenet Eleanors of England? Between 1066 and 1327 they were some of England’s most powerful queens. I like to say, some of the most powerful European monarchs of all time! INTRODUCTORY TERMINOLOGY: people belonged to HOUSES, multi-generational houses were dubbed DYNASTIES. This is important
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Heraldic lion positions are those such as “passant guardant,” “rampant,” and so forth. They are technically referred to as “attitudes,” or positioning of an emblazoned lion’s head and body. Attitudes technically include other beasts as well; however, lions are what we are focusing on here. Each chart was lovingly created
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“Marco Polo” by Laurence Bergreen tells the life saga of one of history’s most famous explorers. Let me tell you what this book is all about. If Marco Polo is just a name to you, or you think you may know a few tidbits about him, the book “Marco Polo”
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The “Grant” History Channel miniseries, on the life of General and President Ulysses S. Grant, was a 3 part miniseries that was aired during the 2020 Memorial Day Weekend (May 25th – May 27th) on the History Channel. It was superb! I was anxiously awaiting the “Grant” miniseries to make
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The 2020 Census is a once in a decade opportunity! Although Census 2020 issues range broadly from information security breaches to fines, it is in our best interest as a nation to complete it. This article will take you through some of the issues and outline a bit of our
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My 2019 reading list totaled 24 books over the year, a slight decrease from 2018. I was excited to pick up a few valuable Medieval and Civil War titles at a major book sale as well as a few really neat books on a trip to Seattle. I have to
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