It’s a wonder if Samuel Ellis, the original owner of Ellis Island, ever dreamed that this tiny island in harbor off the New York coast would ever be as historically prevalent as it is today. Mr. Ellis purchased the island …[Continue]
10 Little Known Facts About Ellis Island
Ellis Island is best known as the landing place for many immigrants throughout the 19th and 20th centuries. And while this will always be the primary reason that many know of the island’s existence, there are several, little known facts …[Continue]
About Battle of Little Bighorn
The battle of Little Bighorn took place in the summer of 1876. What was the Battle of Little Bighorn and why did it take place? In the later part of 1875, upset about the intrusion of the white people, the …[Continue]
About the Iditarod
The Iditarod is a unique event and unlike any other in the world. The race is over 1140 miles in some of the most beautiful yet extreme terrain known to man. For those of you who are not familiar with …[Continue]
About Antarctica
Antarctica; the southernmost continent on the earth overlying the South Pole. Antarctica is almost entirely south of the Antarctic Circle and is surrounded by the Southern Ocean. It is the fifth largest continent in area after North and South America, …[Continue]
About Fossils
So you need to know a little bit about fossils? Well, the two most important things you should know about fossils is: 1.How they are formed and preserved2.What they are used for How are fossils formed? The process of fossil …[Continue]
About Volcanoes
Volcanoes have long been a source of both fascination and fear. Mankind has long been drawn to the majesty and power of the volcano while those living within its reach often live in fear of its destructive forces. A volcano …[Continue]
About Australia
Today, Australia is a diverse continent rich with culture, diversity, and a large number of natural wonders and attractions. But Australia has a fascinating history as well. The History of Australia The history of Australia itself began approximately 45,000 years …[Continue]
