Last week I participated in a trivia contest over at the American Presidents Blog called the First Lady Trivia Challenge. I won, and the prize that I received is a copy of The Mental Floss History of the World. I've only skimmed through it, since I have a bevy over other...
Another week has come and gone. I'll actually be working on a redesign this weekend, so things on the site might act a bit silly. Don't worry, here's a set of links to keep you entertained while I do a little remodeling. Basic Background Deficit Math - Based on this...
I don't like to leave my readers hanging on the weekend, but I also don't like to work. So here's a set of links that will hopefully keep you occupied while I enjoy some time away from my computer. Honey Bee Awareness Day - Music Video Asks, “Where My Bees At?” Smithsonian...
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via mentalfloss.com If you've ever wondered what the official story is on the numbers and symbols on the dollar bill, check out this Mental Floss article. If, on the other hand, you are a fan of conspiracy theories, be forewarned: there's none of that here. However...
[caption id="" align="alignright" width="168" caption="Image via Wikipedia"] [/caption] Tomorrow is the 61st birthday of one of the most lovable villains of all time, Marvin the Martian. In honor of this momentous occasion, the Mental Floss Blog has devoted their quick...
Income Tax History [caption id="attachment_1056" align="alignright" width="173" caption="Abraham Lincoln: Father of the Income Tax (sort of)"] [/caption] Did you know that the Federal Income Tax was first signed into law by Abraham Lincoln as the Revenue Act of 1861...
Seeing as how this is a history-related website, I thought I'd share with you a group of history-related articles. ENJOY! "For the intrepid scuba diver, many parts of the South Pacific are like a living, underwater history museum. Imagine a major WWII battle in the...
I try to give you a regular dose of external links (I know you don't want to spend all of your time here), so today I bring you sites that feature the Super Bowl. I promise on Monday that I will not mention the Super Bowl again until January 2010; that is unless of course...
