Chronicles of the Past
So 18-36 rounds (if they had 2). What were the Redcoats carrying with them? The bright red color of the wool coats made it easier to see each other in clouds of gunpowder smoke during heavy fighting. The soliders had to carry a knapsack, food bag, overcoat, blanket, water canteens, and ammunition (bullets). This was …
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When did Germany adopt the Gregorian calendar? Julian to Gregorian calendar changes by country or region Country Adoption of Gregorian Calendar Germany, Wurzburg (Würzburg) 1583 Greece 1923 Britain and British Empire except Scotland 1752 Holy Roman Empire from 1583 When did the Orthodox Church adopt the Gregorian calendar? 1582 The Gregorian calendar was decreed in …
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What buildings are inside a castle? Below are the main rooms found in medieval castles and large manor houses. The Great Hall. Bed Chambers. Solars. Bathrooms, Lavatories and Garderobes. Kitchens, Pantries, Larders & Butteries. Gatehouses and Guardrooms. Chapels & Oratories. Cabinets and Boudoirs. What is the inner ward of a castle used for? The inner …
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What does a black cloth on arm mean? in mourning In Western culture, a black armband signifies that the wearer is in mourning or wishes to identify with the commemoration of a family member, friend, comrade or team member who has died. This use is particularly common in the first meeting following the loss of …
What happened at the Battle of Queenston Heights? The defeat of the Americans at the hands of the combined British and Canadian forces undermined American morale throughout the United States. The defeat at Queenston Heights led General Dearborn to hesitate and ultimately reject his plans of invading Canada. What happened at Queenston Heights in 1812? …
What is the Kurgan invasion hypothesis? The Kurgan hypothesis describes the initial spread of Proto-Indo-European during the 5th and 4th millennia BC. As used by Gimbutas, the term “kurganized” implied that the culture could have been spread by no more than small bands who imposed themselves on local people as an elite. What are Kurgan …
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What happened on July 1st 1863 at the Battle of Gettysburg? One of the largest military conflicts in North American history begins on July 1, 1863, when Union and Confederate forces collide at Gettysburg, Pennsylvania. The epic battle lasted three days and resulted in a retreat to Virginia by Robert E. Lee’s Army of Northern …
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Do the Balkans begin in Vienna? Story by. In the 19th century the Austrian chancellor Metternich is supposed to have said that “the Balkans start at the Rennweg “ (an area in the 3rd district in Vienna). Since then this saying has often been quoted to highlight the geographical and cultural ties that Vienna and …
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Did Zeppelins bomb London ww1? Bombing raids Throughout 1915 and 1916, Zeppelin raids became a regular feature of life. On 8 September 1915 a single airship inflicted serious damage on the very centre of the City of London, including Lincoln’s Inn. The airships were vulnerable to the vagaries of the wind and British fighter aircraft. …
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What does the Star of David symbol mean? According to Jewish tradition, God gave King David a shield with a star to protect him from his enemies. The Jewish people have used this symbol ever since to remind us of God’s power over our lives—and how we can use that power for good. Can I …