Monthly Archives: October 2020

The Italian Flag

Posted on October 11, 2020 by beaugrand

The Italian Flag The tricolor was an inspiration taken from France, which at the time had control over the areas occupied by Napoleon’s army in northern Italy. The first version of the flag was created in 1797 by the Cispadane … Continue reading →

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Italy

Posted on October 11, 2020 by beaugrand

The Beginning of a Culture that Influenced the World in Art, Music, and Literature. Italy is considered the birthplace of Western civilization and a cultural superpower. Italy has the famous elements of Italian culture are its art, music, style, and … Continue reading →

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The Fairbanks House

Posted on October 11, 2020 by beaugrand

The Fairbanks House Date: c. 1637–1641 Location: Dedham, Massachusetts Original Purpose: Residential home Still in use: Yes is the oldest surviving timber-frame house in the U.S., which was built by Puritan settler Jonathan Fairbanks sometime between 1637–1641. Jonathan built the … Continue reading →

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Acoma Pueblo

Posted on October 11, 2020 by beaugrand

Acoma Pueblo Date: c. 1000 AD – 1200 AD Location: Cibola County (west of Albuquerque), New Mexico Original Purpose: Residential Still in use: Yes Accoma Pueblo is a Native American pueblo approximately 60 miles west of Albuquerque, New Mexico, in … Continue reading →

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Québec

Posted on October 6, 2020 by beaugrand

Québec was founded by the French explorer Champlain in the early 17th century. It is the only North American city to have preserved its ramparts, together with the numerous bastions, gates and defensive works which still surround Old Québec. French … Continue reading →

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Ancient Walls Still Standing Today

Posted on October 5, 2020 by beaugrand

Ancient Walls Still Standing Today Ancient structures give us a fascinating glimpse into the lives of those who came before us. This includes something as simple as a wall. Civilizations built walls to keep invaders at bay or to designate … Continue reading →

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Great Zimbabwe Walls, Zimbabwe and Mozambique

Posted on October 5, 2020 by beaugrand

Great Zimbabwe Walls, Zimbabwe and Mozambique Great Zimbabwe was a thriving center of trade in sub-Saharan Africa from the 11th century through the 15th century. The walled complex sprawled across more than 1,800 acres, making it the largest ancient stone … Continue reading →

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Western Wall, Israel

Posted on October 5, 2020 by beaugrand

Western Wall, Israel Jerusalem is home to many ancient sites that carry great religious importance to the world’s Abrahamic faiths. Two of the most important sites are the Al-Aqsa Mosque and the Dome of the Rock. Together, the two sites … Continue reading →

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Theodosian Wall, Turkey

Posted on October 4, 2020 by beaugrand

Theodosian Wall, Turkey Originally named after the Byzantine Emperor Constantine, Constantinople (later called Istanbul) continued to grow with each successor. When Theodosius II took the throne in A.D. 408 , he ordered the construction of fortifying walls to protect the … Continue reading →

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Walls of Babylon, Iraq

Posted on October 4, 2020 by beaugrand

Walls of Babylon, Iraq The fertile land between the Tigris and Euphrates rivers in modern-day Iraq is often called the Cradle of Civilization. It was home to several ancient cities, including the city of Babylon, which lies in the heart … Continue reading →