The land on which Arlington National Cemetery now sits was once the land of Martha Washington’s grandson, the step-grandson of the father of the nation, George Washington, Mr. George Washington Parke Custis. It was Custis’ life-long venture to celebrate Washington, and as memorial to the nation’s first president, he built a home on the more …
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Akershus Fortress of Oslo, Norway
The fortress at Akershus is one of Oslo, Norway’s important identity markers. Within the walls, the center of the city was established in 1624. Today, Akershus remains an important landmark together with City Hall. Looking out to sea, this is Oslo’s most distinct silhouette – gray and fortified, starkly in contrast with the lakes, mountains, …
A History of the Maclean Clan’s Home – Duart Castle Scotland
Meaning ‘Son of Gillean’, named after Gillean the Battle Axe (a warrior from the 1200s), the family name Maclean dates back to the ancient Kings of Dalriada. This clan’s lands still remain where they began on Mull Island, Coll Island, Tiree Island, and the Island of Jura. The Clan Chieftains still also have land in …
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The Victoria Mansion of Portland, Maine
Historic mansions were usually family homes, built for large families; but the Victoria Mansion was only built for a husband and wife – Ruggles and Olive Morse. Built over the span of two years, this summer home was finished in in 1860. Both Ruggles and Olive hailed from Maine; however, the Morse’s riches came from …
The Sovereign Nation of San Marino, Italy
Throughout history there are many regions which have sought sovereignty only to succumb to the amalgamation of their land with that of the surrounding regions. San Marino, on the other hand, is one state that has held onto its independence and autonomy throughout centuries. Local legends speak of a refugee named Marinus, a stonecutter of …
History of the Island Nation of Anguilla, British West Indies
Anguilla is a place unlike most other ancient sites. This island was originally known as Malliouhana, an AmerIndian term for a sea serpent shaped like an arrow. When Europeans first arrived, they renamed the island Anguilla, because of the elongated eel shape of the island. The history of Anguilla that is known began about 4000 …
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