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Articles in Home | Reference And Education | History articles Title|Newest|Oldest Building a Wall of Separation Between Church and State  By : Lindsey Malberg Now for a little history quiz. Where are the words, "separation of Church and State" in the Constitution? Are they in one of the articles or in one of the Bill of Rights amendments? Wrong! The phrase is not in any article of the Constitution, and it is not in the Bill of Rights either. Types And Uses of Medieval Armor  By : John Hilde The earliest form of medieval armor -- mail (a.k.a. “chain mail”) -- traces its origins back to around 500 BC. Celebration of 200 Years of Portuguese Royal Family Arrival in Brazil  By : Andre Skowronski Small summary of Rio de Janeiro's discovery and foundation. Japanese In America: The Links Between Hiroshima And Hawaii  By : David Hurley Famous for Pearl Harbor and the dropping of the Atom Bomb, Hiroshima and Hawaii actually have deeper connections that go back to the late nineteenth century when the boom in the Hawaiian sugar industry attracted large numbers of male Japanese migrant workers who were seeking to escape difficult economic conditions in Japan as that country underwent modernization. This article explores those connections. Nazi Jews:A Historical Paradox  By : Brian Cuban Would it surprise anyone to learn that there were upwards of 150, 000 soldiers of partial Jewish descent serving in the Nazi army during World War II? The Hitler Pact: A Blood Oath  By : Brian Cuban The Hitler newphews are alive and well in Long Island, NY. What can they tell us about their infamous uncle? Expressions Of Today And Their Historic Roots  By : Gianni Truvianni An article written about the roots of some of the expressions which today we use almost on a daily basis but perhaps are not aware of from were they originate. The Greatest Music Composer of all Times  By : Gabriel Machuret A quick introduction about one of the best Violin composers of all the times. The History and Use of the Crossbow in Medieval Warfare  By : Dean Freeman Use of the crossbow dates back to the 5th century BC, where it was employed by Roman and Greek armies. Though simple in form and application, the weapon was not adopted extensively until the medieval period. European armies, which had relied on the longbow for attack at long range, adopted the weapon for its many advantages over the bow. The crossbow was outlawed, underwent technological changes, changed the course of history as we know it, and changed the military tactics that commanders used until it was replaced by the "handgonne" in the 15th century. The beautiful Crusades and the creation of modern civilisation  By : C. Read There were eight crusades to retake once former Christian lands, occupied by the violence of Turks and Muslims during the pre-modern period. Angels and Christianity  By : Bob Miller Angels are generally most closely associated with Christianity, despite their origins in much earlier belief systems and cultures. Nevertheless, the angel has been important to the Christian faith since its conception, and there are almost 300 references to angels in the Bible in some 280 different verses, making it very much a feature of the religion. Ivarr The Boneless Ragnarsson  By : Fred Watson Ivar known in Old Norse as Ivarr “Beinlauss” possible meaning, bone-loose or bone-less. (Could it be that he suffered from brittle bone disease or was he simply double jointed or could he have been exceptionally tall and loose limbed). What ever his disability was, if it was indeed a disability, it certainly did not affect his mind. Was Robin Hood A Yorkshireman?  By : Fred Watson As a boy I was brought up on tales of Robin Hood and his merry men, as were my children and now, with a new series on the small screen, my children's children. We also lived for ten years in a small Yorkshire village near to Wentbridge called Little Smeaton, hence my interest in the Yorkshire connections to Robin Hood. London Bridge Is Falling Down  By : Fred Watson London Bridge is falling down, Falling down, falling down, London Bridge is falling down, My fair lady. So goes the old nursery rhyme that most likely records the destruction of the bridge by Olaf the Norwegian Viking. Roman Antiques, Archimedes - Hero of Rome, Killed by Rome  By : Derek Dashwood The expanding Roman Empire needed to have Sicily and the refined ancient city state of Syracuse in their fold. And also that great genius Archimedes. Alas, they killed their hero. How Revisiting Black Man's History Can Improve The Relationship Between The Black Male and Female  By : Rosie Milligan Article about the historical structure of the African American family and its impact on Black female and male relationships. History of US Consulate in Chiang Mai  By : lar Not all office buildings are merely brick and mortar. Some buildings have class and character and deserve to be recognized. The U.S. Consulate in Chiang Mai is one such building. A Brief History of Austin  By : Dane Smith Austin used to be gathering spot for native tribes at the bend in the Colorado. The first Eurpoean settlers came to that bend in the 1830s, and the history of the settlement began. This article goes through the begins of the history of Austin. Jewelry In Ancient Rome  By : Roberto Sedycias Get to know the importance of jewelry as a fashion accessory in Ancient Rome. Jewelry was considered a display of status and power. The True Story of The American Independence  By : Slavco Stefanoski Looking back in 1775, King George III was at Buckingham Palace, sitting in wistful mood on his commode. His 13 year old son Prince George , was sitting on the floor nearby, otherwise occupied with the 18th century equivalent of Game Boy: a model soldier with a rifle sat on a model elephant, shooting at a model tiger two planks of wood away. The Craddle of Civilization - A Brief Introduction to Egyptian History  By : Amar Mahallati The roots of Egyptian civilization go back more than 6,000 years to the beginning of settled life along the banks of the Nile River. Read this article for a brief introduction to the amazing history of Egypt. Perfume In Ancient Egypt  By : Roberto Sedycias Get to know the importance of perfume in ancient Egypt, and how the making of this unique product became an art form in those times. The History of Leonardo da Vinci  By : Clyde Lee Dennis Information on The History of Leonardo da Vinci Fresco Techniques  By : Clyde Lee Dennis Information on Fresco Techniques Italian Art and Architecture  By : Clyde Lee Dennis Information on Italian Art and Architecture Sex in Peru by Rick Vecchio - Part II  By : Thomas H. Lindblom This is the second part of an interesting article about sex in Peru, from an historical point of view. HMS Indomitable: Scrapped yet never decommisioned  By : Mollie Kay Smith This is part 2 of the article preiously sublitted. Scrapped - An Ignoble End To A Great Ship: HMS Indomitable (PART1)  By : Mollie Kay Smith Admiralty records about HMS INDOMITABLE, an Illustrious Class Aircraft Carrier, end with the word scrapped. What a pityt no better word could be found to describe the ending of what had been a very noble though short career. Lauched on the 26th March 1940 her story ends in 1955. The Plight of the Christians in the Middle East  By : Gabriel Sawma Following the invasion of Iraq and the removal of Saddam Hussein, the Christian minority in Iraq is facing religious persecution. They have been subjected to assassinations, their churches are being destroyed, and a massive exodus to neighboring countries is underway. This article deals with the status of the Christians and Jews throughout the Middle East. History Defined: Beyond Historical Knowledge  By : Don Alexander One must look at all the historical facts and events recorded from history, to acquire what may be penned as "historical knowledge." This is not just head knowledge and rote memorization, but an understanding of the facts, deaths, purchases, wars, business dealings... The Aintree Grand National - History Of The Race  By : Keith Driscoll The steeplechase is run over two circuits of the Aintree 'National' course, covering four and half miles. It is usually held on a Saturday in early April at the Aintree Racecourse in Liverpool. This is not to be confused with Aintree's standard 'Mildmay' park fence and hurdle course. A Brief History Of The Radio  By : Roberto Sedycias This article talks about some of the scientists and the physics that led to the invention of the radio. The world was never the same. The radio era was born. The History of Computer  By : Roberto Sedycias This article talks about a brief history of computer. It goes back 2000 years ago with the use of abacus, until recent history with the invention of personal computer. Afghanistan, a contemporary history  By : David Yuri Afghanistan’s contemporary history is very much influenced by the county’s relations with its northern neighbor, Russia or the Soviet Union until 1991. History term paper  By : Sharon White Those who created history must have never thought about the difficulties the students in future will face writing History term papers. All the important personalities who did good or bad deeds are part of history and do contribute to the pages of history. So, the history books become voluminous year after year, in keeping with the legacy of the people who make history. Destruction of the Inca Civilization  By : Terry Kubiak Dominance of the predatory instinct is seen when people would rather raid the harvests of others than raise crops of their own. How much agricultural were the ancient Peruvians in habits and instincts is evidenced by their greater freedom from the predatory instincts in comparison with our European race. In this respect the Incas were admittedly superior. Several of the early historians give testimony to this aspect of the Inca civilization. Postcards: Postcards From The Past  By : Joseph Ould For ancestors who lived during the 20th century, postcards are a delightful way to learn more about their lives and communities. Picture postcards were very popular worldwide by the dawn of the 20th century due to their novelty and the fact that postage was cheap. From automobiles to street scenes and hairstyles to people, postcards provide intriguing glimpses into the past. Brief History of the US Navy Seals  By : James Kara Murat In the summer of 1941 a division of the US military called “Amphibious Scouts and Raiders” started training. Later in the spring of 1943 a team of volunteers were trained in clearing landing zones for military operations in which their access point was from water. These military personnel were later referred to as frogmen which was derived from what they functioned as during operations. History of Perfume & Fragrance  By : Roberto Sedycias This is about a brief history of perfumes and fragrances, going back as far as ancient Egypt and perfume trades among old civilizations, up to France's influence in today's perfume standard of excellence. Ancient Egypt a Glorious Time  By : Terry Kubiak Egypt is one of the most fertile areas of Africa, and one of the countries around the Mediterranean Sea. Around 3000 BC, Egypt was first unified under one ruler, who was called the Pharaoh. Discover many affordable authentic ancient Egypitan antiquities now availbale for purchase. Tiamet, the First Dragon  By : Emma Snow The first dragon story on record is found in the Babylonian creation epic, Enuma Elish. First called Labbu by the Sumerians in 3000 BC, this dragon came to be known as Tiamat when that civilization gave way to the Babylonians and their mythologies blended. Broken down, Tiamat’s name means “life-mother,” and this she-dragon was indeed the creator of all. P Military M1A2 Vs Merkeva And Leopard II Tanks  By : Victor Epand This article is about the difference between Merkeva, Leopard II and M1A2 Military Tanks. Who Started The Art of Making Paper Flowers?  By : Anand Rajkumar It can be argued that it was the Egyptians and not the Chinese, who invented paper flowers because the word “Paper” comes from an ancient Egyptian word “papyrus”, which is an aquatic grassy plant found at the banks of the River Nile in Egypt. This plant has flowers that grows in clusters at the tip of each stem; which are triangle in shape and stand upright, and has long leaves. In the footsteps of D Company 2nd Oxfordshire and Buckinghamshire Light Infantry D-Day, 6 June 1944  By : Major Ian R Gumm The true story of the coup-de-main assault by British Gliderborne soldiers to capture the two vital bridges over the Caen Canal and River Orne near Bénouville, France in the early hours of D-Day, 6 June 1944. This was the first action of D-Day the greatest seaborne invasion the world has ever known. BBC Banned Music: Top Singles Banned By the BBC  By : Reider, Jack Here you can read about some the top singles that were banned by Auntie Beeb. Collecting Antiques - The Peoples Art Part 2  By : stephen s morgan In part one of this series of articles we discussed the growth in the marketability of antique brand images and how the apparent extinction of the brand itself can lead to the rapid rise of the marketability of the antique value of the packaging itself. Posters were very much in the vanguard of this market and it is quote ironic that when you look back from the experience of hindsight to see such names that have been involved in this type of commercial enterprise it would appear to be quite amusing. World War II Foo Fighters  By : Francesca Black While Allied pilots initially thought the flying objects were German secret or psychological weapons, after the war it was discovered that sightings were also reported by the enemy, who had assumed the crafts were US-made. To this day, the sightings remain a mystery. The Role of Animals of Ancient Egypt  By : Melanie Light Animals played an important role in ancient Egypt, and they were given rights equal to that of mankind. Sacred animals and often pets were mummified in order to preserve them for the afterlife. Who Wrote Aesop's Fables?  By : Mike Haydon Aesop probably couldn't read or write, so who wrote his fables? Are "Aesop's Fables" actually Aesop's at all? The Importance of Stories  By : Mike Haydon Long before the advent of a written history, the elders of ancient civilisations used stories to teach the new generation... 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