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Where the Sun Meets the Earth. Runner-Up in History Would’ve Burned This Page Challenge.
The red Nebraska sun had dipped down to kiss the tops of the corn stalk sentinels, silhouetting them against the burnt orange sky as they marched off to the horizon. Howard slowly meandered back to the farm house, a rivulet of sweat slipped down his neck under the collar of his work shirt and his muscles ached from a long day of working the fields with his brother. As he neared the rickety old porch he spotted his sister bent over a bucket shucking fresh picked ears of corn. A soft breeze floated past, carrying the sound of Lorna Belle’s gentle voice.
By A. J. Schoenfeld9 months ago in History
What's In Your House
There were most likely different photo's that would have been more appropriate for this article. However, my splash one (although it was good), and my rainbow one (although it was good), were getting a bit old, and I have used it for so many articles, it was time for a change. So this is the rose bush in my back yard. It is indeed also very pretty indeed.
By Gregory Payton9 months ago in History
When Lightning Struck Twice: Eastern Air Lines Flight 301 and 304
Two Wild Rides (Disclaimer: All dialog in the following is embellishment of the author. In the early Jet Age, cockpit voice recorders were not yet required on commercial aircraft. I have done my best to provide accurate portrayals based on standard procedures.)
By Stephen A. Roddewig9 months ago in History
Gold Frames...
March 12th, 1915... My Dear Beth, I know that you were born a month ago, and named for your mother, my dearest Bess. She tells me that she kissed my gold-framed photograph each night, now on your behalf as well as her own, until you are old enough to do it yourself. I pray that the Great War will be over before then, or that I will have had leave enough to come home so you both can kiss me in person, before that time.
By Natasja Roseabout a year ago in History
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Question #1 You are speaking with a new friend in the neighborhood. The conversation takes a turn towards religion, and you begin to share your faith and your background with your friend. This friend smirks, then states that he doubts of Jesus ever lived. How would you respond to him?
By Colleen Walters34 minutes ago in History
When the British Challenged Aurangzeb Alamgir
The reign of Aurangzeb Alamgir (1658–1707) marked the last great expansion of the Mughal Empire, but it was also a period when new foreign powers were quietly testing the strength of the empire. Among these rising forces was the British East India Company, a commercial organization that had arrived in India with the intention of trade but gradually began to challenge the authority of the Mughal state.
By Irshad Abbasi about 2 hours ago in History
The Queen of Jhansi : The British Must Never Capture My Body”
In the long history of resistance against colonial rule in the Indian subcontinent, few figures shine as brightly as Rani Lakshmibai, the legendary Queen of Jhansi. Remembered for her courage, leadership, and unwavering determination, she became one of the most powerful symbols of defiance during the Indian Rebellion of 1857. Her story is not only about war but also about dignity, honor, and a final wish that echoed through history: the British must never capture her body.
By Irshad Abbasi about 3 hours ago in History
Qadir Bakhsh “Qadu Makrani”: Rebel Outlaw to the British, Heroic Defender to the People
Qadir Bakhsh Rind, widely remembered as Qadu Makrani, is one of the most fascinating and controversial figures in the history of resistance against colonial rule in South Asia. To the British colonial administration, he was a dangerous outlaw and a rebellious bandit. But to many local people in present-day Balochistan and Sindh, he became a symbol of courage, resistance, and protection of the oppressed.
By Irshad Abbasi about 3 hours ago in History
Ajab Khan Afridi: The Tribal Warrior Who Kidnapped a British Officer’s Daughter
The story of Ajab Khan Afridi and the kidnapping of a British woman is one of the most dramatic and controversial episodes from the history of the tribal areas during the British colonial period in South Asia. Taking place in the early 20th century along the rugged frontier between British India and Afghanistan, the incident captured the attention of both the British authorities and the local tribes, becoming a tale of resistance, revenge, and tribal honor.
By Irshad Abbasi about 6 hours ago in History
The “Martyr of Spin Tangi”: Qazi Fazl Qadir, the Bannu Leader Whose Grave Was Kept Under Guard by the British
History remembers many heroes who stood against colonial rule, but some names remain hidden in the shadows despite their immense sacrifices. One such figure is Qazi Fazl Qadir, often remembered as the “Martyr of Spin Tangi.” He was a respected religious scholar, community leader, and a passionate opponent of British colonial rule in the region of Bannu, located in present-day Khyber Pakhtunkhwa, Pakistan. His courage and influence were so significant that the British authorities feared him even after his death, reportedly keeping his grave under guard.
By Irshad Abbasi about 6 hours ago in History
The Mughal Princess Who Became One of the Wealthiest Women in History
Among the many remarkable women of the Mughal Empire, Jahanara Begum stands out as one of the most powerful and wealthy princesses in South Asian history. Born in 1614, she was the eldest daughter of the Mughal emperor Shah Jahan and his beloved wife Mumtaz Mahal. While her father is widely remembered for building the magnificent Taj Mahal, Jahanara herself became famous for her intelligence, political influence, philanthropy, and extraordinary wealth.
By Irshad Abbasi about 6 hours ago in History
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