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The Story Behind the Song "Margaritaville" by Jimmy Buffett
Released in February 1977, this song by beloved American entertainer Jimmy Buffett might just be the perfect summer song. Margaritaville conjures up images of a tropical paradise where "booze in the blender" seems to be the perfect recipe for passing the day away.
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Woodstock Performers: Jimi Hendrix
Ever wonder who played at Woodstock? This series highlights the artists who performed at Woodstock August 15-18, 1969. The 10th and final act on Day 3, which had actually become Day 4 due to massive delays throughout the festival, was Jimi Hendrix. Hendrix was the last act at Woodstock.
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Woodstock Performers: Sha Na Na
Ever wonder who played at Woodstock? This series highlights the artists who performed at Woodstock August 15-18, 1969. The second last act was Sha Na Na. They hit the stage just after 7:30 a.m. on what was the unofficial Day 4 of the festival.
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Woodstock Performers: Paul Butterfield Blues Band
Ever wonder who played at Woodstock? This series highlights the artists who performed at Woodstock August 15-18, 1969. Paul Butterfield was the fourth act on the final, unofficial Day 4 of the festival.
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Woodstock Performers: Crosby, Stills & Nash (and Young)
Ever wonder who played at Woodstock? This series highlights the artists who performed at Woodstock August 15-18, 1969. The seventh act on Day 3, which was now well into Day 4, was Crosby, Stills & Nash. Neil Young had just been added to the lineup, making Woodstock the first gig ever for CSN&Y.
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The Story Behind the Song "Soul Man" by Sam & Dave
Sam & Dave were an American duo famous for their R&B and soul-infused hits. One of their top hits was a song called "Soul Man," which was released in September 1967. Have you ever thought that you heard the name "Woodstock" in the lyrics to "Soul Man?" You weren't imagining it.
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Woodstock Performers: Blood, Sweat & Tears
Ever wonder who played at Woodstock? This series highlights the artists who performed at Woodstock August 15-18, 1969. The sixth act on Day 3 was Blood, Sweat & Tears. They were already huge, so it was no surprise they were booked. BS&T hit the stage at 1:30 a.m., the unofficial Day 4 of the fest.
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Woodstock Performers: Johnny Winter
Ever wonder who played at Woodstock? This series highlights the artists who performed at Woodstock August 15-18, 1969. The fifth act on Day 3 was blues guitar great, Johnny Winter. Johnny's brother Edgar Winter was In the band at that time, and the brothers played a blistering set
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Woodstock Performers: The Band
Ever wonder who played at Woodstock? This series highlights the artists who performed at Woodstock August 15-18, 1969. The fourth act on Day 3 was The Band. Already veterans of the music scene, this great roots-rock outfit was a perfect fit for the Woodstock festival.
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Woodstock Performers: Ten Years After
Ever wonder who played at Woodstock? This series highlights the artists who performed at Woodstock August 15-18, 1969. The third act on Day 3 was Ten Years After. Their set was plagued by technical challenges, but the last song of their set made stars of Alvin Lee and Ten Years After.
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Woodstock Performers: Country Joe & The Fish
Ever wonder who played at Woodstock? This series highlights the artists who performed at Woodstock August 15-18, 1969. The second act on Day 3 was Country Joe & The Fish. Joe Cocker had just finished his set about 3:30 p.m. when the skies had opened up, causing yet another delay.
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Woodstock Performers: Joe Cocker
Ever wonder who played at Woodstock? This series highlights the artists who performed at Woodstock August 15-18, 1969. The first official act on Day 3 was the mad Englishman, Joe Cocker. Jefferson Airplane had finished their set just after 08:00 a.m., allowing the crowd to finally get some shuteye.
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Woodstock Performers: Jefferson Airplane
Ever wonder who played at Woodstock? This series highlights the artists who performed at Woodstock August 15-18, 1969. The 14th and final act on Day 2 was Jefferson Airplane. Day 2 was so long, Grace Slick and company actually began their set at 7:00 a.m. on the Sunday of the festival.
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Woodstock Performers: The Who
Ever wonder who played at Woodstock? This series highlights the artists who performed at Woodstock August 15-18, 1969. The 13th act on Day 2 was British band The Who. Day 2 was so long, The Who's set actually began at 5:00 a.m. on the Sunday of the festival, right after Sly & The Family Stone.
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Woodstock Performers: Sly and the Family Stone
Ever wonder who played at Woodstock? This series highlights the artists who performed at Woodstock August 15-18, 1969. Day 2 at Woodstock meant the rock acts were up, and the 12th act to appear on Saturday (actually Sunday a.m.) was funk-rock band, Sly and the Family Stone.
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Woodstock Performers: Janis Joplin
Ever wonder who played at Woodstock? This series highlights the artists who performed at Woodstock August 15-18, 1969. Day 2 at Woodstock meant the rock acts were up, and the 11th act to appear on Saturday (actually Sunday a.m.) was already a legend. "The Queen of Psychedelic Soul," Janis Joplin.
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Woodstock Performers: Creedence Clearwater Revival
Ever wonder who played at Woodstock? This series highlights the artists who performed at Woodstock August 15-18, 1969. Day 2 at Woodstock meant the rock bands were up, and the tenth act to appear at Woodstock on what was now Sunday was Creedence Clearwater Revival. It was classic swamp-rock.
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Woodstock Performers: Grateful Dead
Ever wonder who played at Woodstock? This series highlights the artists who performed at Woodstock August 15-18, 1969. The ninth act on Day 2 was California band the Grateful Dead. Their set, including a long-drawn-out version of "Turn On Your Lovelight," finally ended around midnight.
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Woodstock Performers: Mountain
Ever wonder who played at Woodstock? This series highlights the artists who performed at Woodstock August 15-18, 1969. The eighth act on Day 2 was another band with a big frontman, Leslie West. That band was Mountain.
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Woodstock Performers: Canned Heat
This series highlights the artists who performed at Woodstock August 15-18, 1969. Day 2 at Woodstock meant the rock bands were up, and the seventh act to appear at Woodstock on Saturday August 16, 1969 was Canned Heat.
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The Story Behind the Song "I Want It That Way" by Backstreet Boys
Ever wondered who wrote "I Want It That Way?" What the lyrics mean? When it was first recorded? Read on for the answers to these and other questions. Oh, and maybe a tidbit or two about Backstreet Boys as well.
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Woodstock Performers: The Incredible String Band
This series highlights the artists who performed at Woodstock August 15-18, 1969. Day 2 at Woodstock meant the rock bands were up, but The Incredible String Band, who were supposed to appear on Day 1, had been rescheduled due to rain and ended up being the sixth act to perform on August 16, 1969.
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Woodstock Performers: Keef Hartley Band
Ever wonder who played at Woodstock? This series highlights the artists who performed at Woodstock August 15-18, 1969. Day 2 at Woodstock meant the rock bands were up, and the fifth act to appear at Woodstock on Saturday August 16, 1969 was the Keef Hartley Band, named for their powerhouse drummer.
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Woodstock Performers: John Sebastian
Ever wonder who played at Woodstock? This series highlights the artists who performed at Woodstock August 15-18, 1969. John Sebastian was the fourth artist to appear onstage at Woodstock on August 16, 1969, right after Santana. He sang one of the sweetest versions ever of "Darling Be Home Soon."
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Woodstock Performers: Santana
Ever wonder who played at Woodstock? This series highlights the artists who performed at Woodstock August 15-18, 1969. Day 2 at Woodstock meant the rock bands were up, and the third act to appear at Woodstock on Saturday August 16, 1969 was Santana. Relatively unknown, Santana was a festival hit.
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Woodstock Performers: Country Joe McDonald
Ever wonder who played at Woodstock? This series highlights the artists who performed at Woodstock August 15-18, 1969. Day 2 at Woodstock meant the rock bands were up, and the second artist to appear on Saturday August 16, 1969 was Country Joe McDonald. He also performed with The Fish on Day 3.
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The Story Behind the Song "Telstar" by The Tornados
"Telstar" is an instrumental song released in 1962 by the English group The Tornados. It was futuristic and fun, and was written and produced by Joe Meek.
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Woodstock Performers: Quill
Ever wonder who played at Woodstock? This series highlights the artists who performed at Woodstock August 15-18, 1969. Day 2 at Woodstock meant the rock bands were up, and the first band to perform on Saturday August 16, 1969 was Boston-based Quill.
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Woodstock Performers: Joan Baez
Ever wonder who played at Woodstock? This series highlights the artists who performed at Woodstock August 15-18, 1969. The eighth and final performer on the opening day of the festival was Joan Baez, who joked that her's would be a sunrise set. She performed 14 songs, including "We Shall Overcome."
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Woodstock Performers: Arlo Guthrie
Ever wonder who played at Woodstock? This series highlights the artists who performed at Woodstock August 15-18, 1969. The seventh performer on the opening day of the festival was Arlo Guthrie, the man who gave us "Coming Into Los Angeles."
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Woodstock Performers: Melanie
Ever wonder who played at Woodstock? This series highlights the artists who performed at Woodstock August 15-18, 1969. The sixth performer on the opening day of the festival was Melanie Safka, who filled in when the Incredible String Band refused to play in the rain.
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Woodstock Performers: Ravi Shankar
Ever wonder who played at Woodstock? This series highlights the artists who performed at Woodstock August 15-18, 1969. The fifth performer on the opening day of the festival was Ravi Shankar, who played through a downpour. Pandit Ravi Shankar was a true Master of the sitar.
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Woodstock Performers: Tim Hardin
Ever wonder who played at Woodstock? This series highlights the artists who performed at Woodstock August 15-18, 1969. The fourth performer on the opening day of the festival was Tim Hardin. Tim was a talented lyricist, and was the artist who wrote "If I Were a Carpenter."
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Woodstock Performers: Bert Sommer
Ever wonder who played at Woodstock? This series highlights the artists who performed at Woodstock August 15-18, 1969. The third performer on the opening day of the festival was Bert Sommer.
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Woodstock Performers: Sweetwater
Ever wonder who played at Woodstock? This series highlights the artists who performed at the Woodstock festival August 15-18, 1969. The first act on opening day was supposed to be Sweetwater, but when they got stuck in traffic, Richie Havens stepped in, and Sweetwater had to settle for second.
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Woodstock Performers: Richie Havens
Ever wonder who played at Woodstock? This series highlights the artists who performed at Woodstock August 15-18, 1969. Day 1 of the festival was devoted to folk and acoustic acts, and the very first performer on the opening day of Woodstock was Richie Havens.
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The Story Behind the Song "Woodstock" by Joni Mitchell
Woodstock was a music festival that ran from August 15-18, 1969. Both Woodstock and Yasgur's farm are celebrated in this song usually associated with Crosby, Stills & Nash. The song was actually written by Joni Mitchell.
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The Story Behind the Song "Blame It on the Bossa Nova" by Eydie Gormé
"Blame It on the Bossa Nova" was a hit for Eydie Gormé in 1963. This catchy pop tune is a song about bossa nova music or, according to the lyrics, the "dance of love."
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The Story Behind the Song "Hold Me, Thrill Me, Kiss Me" by Mel Carter
The tune "Hold Me, Thrill Me, Kiss Me" was "our song" for so many couples through the 50s and into the 60s. Mel Carter's version of this beautiful love song is the one that comes to mind when I hear the title, but there were other versions as well.
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The Story Behind the Song "Unchained Melody" by The Righteous Brothers
One of the most beloved of all slow dance songs, "Unchained Melody" by The Righteous Brothers actually had a very unlikely start for a love song.
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The Story Behind the Song "The Loco-Motion" by Little Eva
Probably the most famous '60s nanny after Mary Poppins, Eva Boyd, or Little Eva as she became known, rocketed to fame in 1962 with the catchy, danceable tune "The Loco-Motion".
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The Story Behind the Song "Ode to Billie Joe" by Bobbie Gentry
Released in July 1967, "Ode to Billy Joe," by Bobbie Gentry, is a song about a young man who jumps off the Tallahatchie Bridge. The song reached the top of the US charts in August 1967.
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Savory Sirloin and Roasted Garlic Stew
Here is a recipe for beef stew that takes this dish from everyday to classic. This easy recipe has step-by-step directions and photos for cooking this rich, savory stew. The addition of red wine and tawny port means this isn't anything like the stew your Grandma made.
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WWI Battles: Vimy Ridge April 9-12, 1917
Vimy is considered to be a shining moment in Canadian history. With the four Divisions of the Canadian Corps fighting together, Vimy Ridge was about to change hands for the very last time in WWI.
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The Story Behind the Song "Three Little Fishies"
Do you recall singing the song Three Little Fishies? I loved this song as a kid, and wanted to know more about how this wonderful children's song came to be.
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Nutella Muffins
This easy Nutella Muffin recipe will have your kids screaming for more. Made using cake mix and filled with Nutella...you won't believe the aroma in your kitchen when they are baking.
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The Best Scalloped Potatoes Ever
Scalloped potatoes might just be the best comfort food you can make. This easy and delicious recipe has a bit of a twist...definitely not your Mother's scalloped potatoes!
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Grilled Peppers With Pesto and Pernod
Get the bbq out! This easy and delicious recipe for grilled peppers will have your guests yelling for more. Made with pesto sauce and Pernod, and the olive oil from these peppers is great for dipping.
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Gord Downie and The Tragically Hip
Canadians awoke to hear that their beloved Gordon Downie, frontman for The Tragically Hip, was diagnosed back in December 2015 with terminal brain cancer.
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How to Cook the Most Delicious BBQ Pork Tenderloin
Wondering how to cook pork tenderloin? This recipe has step-by-step directions and photos for cooking the best bbq pork tenderloin you will ever eat. Recipes can also be used to cook it in the oven.
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Things You May or May Not Know About Leonard Cohen
Leonard Cohen is a beloved Canadian poet and songwriter whose songs often touch on religion and relationships. Here are some things you may not know about Leonard Cohen.
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Things You May or May Not Know About Iggy Pop
Who is this crazy man? Iggy Pop is one wild child. Louder than loud, a man with a real lust for life. Here are some things you may not know about Iggy Pop.
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The Story Behind the Song "Puff the Magic Dragon" by Peter, Paul and Mary
This beloved folk song about a little boy and his imaginary dragon named Puff was released by the folk trio Peter, Paul and Mary in 1963. The song was written by Leonard Lipton, whose inspiration for the song came from the poem "The Tale of Custard the Dragon."
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The Sukiyaki Song and Its Connection to Japan Airlines Flight 123
This is the story about an AM radio hit song from 1963 called "Sukiyaki" that reached the top of the Billboard charts that year. This sad song has a connection to one of the worst air disasters ever.
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Things You May or May Not Know About Alice Cooper
Who is the man behind the band? Alice Cooper is a man who just wants to entertain you. And with a new tour in the works, here are some things you may not know about Alice Cooper.
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The Only BBQ Ribs Recipe You Will Ever Need
Looking for a new ribs recipe? Look no further. This easy recipe for bbq ribs is your ticket to tender, juicy, perfect ribs every time.
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Best Dry Rub Recipe for BBQ Fish
This easy dry rub recipe is great for all your bbq fish and is especially good with salmon and arctic char. Get ready for summer bbq season and perfect grilled fish.
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Fabulous Steak Tartare Recipe
Looking for an appetizer recipe that will wow your guests? Give this easy and delicious Steak Tartare recipe a try.
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WWI Battles - Battle of Festubert May 15th-25th, 1915
Festubert was a relatively short but bloody battle that took place from May 15th-25th, 1915 in the Ypres salient. In the end, less than a kilometer was gained by the Allies. A more fruitless battle in the entire war would be hard to identify.
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Lobster Recipes - Easy Lobster with Ginger and Green Onion
If you are looking for new lobster recipe ideas you have found one. This one uses ginger and green onion and is chinese style - cooked in a wok. Easy to prepare even as a weeknight meal.
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How the Sinking of the Lusitania Impacted WW1
The RMS Lusitania was struck by a torpedo and sunk by a German U-boat May 7th, 1915. This event helped sway American public opinion and proved to be a catalyst for the entry of the US into WW1.
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WW1 Battles—The Disastrous Gallipoli Campaign, 1915-1916
The Gallipoli Campaign was one of the worst Allied disasters in WW1. Also known as the Battle of Gallipoli, it took place on the Gallipoli Peninsula and resulted in over 220,000 Allied casualties.
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How the Ottoman Empire Entered WWI—Prelude to the Gallipoli Campaign
The Gallipoli Campaign had at its root the long-standing European and Russian ambitions in the area, and a snub by Britain that Turkey could simply not forgive. Who would Turkey side with?
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WW1 Battles—Second Battle of Ypres April 22nd-May 25th, 1915
On April 22nd, 1915, Germany unleashed a new and terrible weapon on the Western Front. The Second Battle of Ypres saw the first mass use of chlorine gas in WW1, with devastating results.
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Baked Sweet Potato Wedges
This sweet potato recipe is super easy to make. Serve them as a snack while watching the big game, or as a side dish with dinner.
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The Real Story of Winnie the Pooh
Winnie The Pooh is a beloved storybook bear who had her origins in WW1. She traveled overseas with the Canadian Forces and retired to the London Zoo, where she inspired the character Winnie the Pooh.
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WW1 Battles - Battle of Tannenberg August 26th-30th, 1914
The Battle of Tannenberg on the Eastern Front involved the Russian Second Army and the German Eighth Army. The battle ran from August 26-30, 1914, and was one of the most devastating of WW1 battles.
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August 20th, 1914
The twentieth of August was a pivotal day in WWI. Let’s have a look at headlines and the reality of the war on that day.
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The British Expeditionary Force in World War I
When Britain declared war on Germany on August 4th, 1914, she was woefully unprepared to field the number of troops that would be required to face the German army.
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Brave Belgium: The Battle of Liège August 5, 1914
Belgium’s neutrality was guaranteed in perpetuity under a treaty signed in 1839. Germany had issued an ultimatum, and Belgium had refused. Belgium was now facing a formidable foe.
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France's WW1 Plan XVII
Germany wasn't the only country that had been planning for the next war. The French also had their own Plan XVII which they mounted against the German forces in WW1.
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The British Empire in WWI
When Britain declared war on Germany August 4th, 1914, her vast empire fell quickly into line. One by one, the British colonies swore to join Britain in the fight.
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Britain Declares War on Germany WWI
Britain, Russia and France had watched with trepidation while things played out between Austria and Serbia, while Germany had its own plans in mind. Britain was pulled into WWI on August 4th, 1914.
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Schlieffen Plan
The Schlieffen Plan was devised by Germany and laid out the tactics for waging war with France. Originally developed in 1905, Germany unleashed this plan on France in 1914.
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The Aftermath of the Assassination of Franz Ferdinand
Franz Ferdinand's assassination had dire consequences. WW1 began on July 28th, 1914 when Austria declared war on Serbia. More declarations of war were followed over the next week.
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Causes of WWI
An Austro-Hungarian empire rife with tension, an Ottoman Empire in its final days, and the assassination of an Archduke all played a part in sending the world to war. Read about the causes of WW1.
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The Nanking Cargo
Nanking Cargo is the name given to a hoard of porcelain recovered from the South China Sea in 1985. This is the story of that porcelain and the ship that carried it to the ocean's floor.
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Puff Pastry Pinwheels
Who doesn’t love puff pastry? Keep it frozen on hand and you’ll never be without the makings of wonderful appetizers that you can prepare in no time when company is coming.
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How to Clean a Ski Jacket
This article provides information on how to properly clean ski clothing. Keeping your ski jacket and pants clean will prolong their life and help keep you warm and dry on the slopes.
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The Christmas Truce of 1914
The Christmas Truce of 1914 happened at the dawn of WWI. The German and British forces put down their guns along parts of the Western Front and celebrated Christmas. These unofficial ceasefires saw enemies exchange small gifts and even sing Christmas carols together.
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Potato Leek Soup or Vichyssoise
This versatile Potato Leek Soup makes a great winter warmer or a meal in a bowl during the summer months. Rich and thick, this vichyssoise soup is a French classic. Serve it hot or cold.
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Ginger-Roasted Salmon With Pinot Noir Sauce
Red wine and fish? Yes! The ginger and peppercorns in this salmon recipe make this a fish dish that stands up to even the biggest Pinot Noirs.
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What Is a Five and Dime?
The lunch counter in the local Woolworths used to be a place where you could go and get good food for a good price. But these wonderful little five and dime stores offered so much more.
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Best Restaurant in Old Montreal
XO restaurant in Old Montreal offers imaginative dishes and a wonderful fine dining experience. Situated in the St. James Hotel in Old Montréal, the XO is definitely worth a visit.
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Request for Proposal (RFP)
What is a Request for Proposals? This article provides a definition and provides tips on how to outline an RFP response.
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Yoga Poses That Help With Shoulder Posture
This article provides step-by-step instructions and video for doing yoga poses for shoulders. These poses will help loosen stiff shoulders, improve rounded shoulders, and correct posture.
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Downtown Toronto
Toronto is a bustling city with diverse neighborhoods to explore. The Annex, Chinatown, and Kensington Market are just a few of the cool neighborhoods in downtown Toronto you won't want to miss.
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Boursin-stuffed Salmon with Roasted Red Pepper Sauce
Looking for something different? This salmon recipe is easy to prepare and will make you feel like a Cordon Bleu chef. Salmon with Boursin and Roasted Red Pepper Sauce.
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Signs of Arthritis in Dogs
Joint pain in dogs often has the same causes and treatments as our own. Learn what will help senior dogs with arthritis and how to recognize the signs of arthritis in dogs.
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How to Develop Interpersonal Skills
Interpersonal skills – also called people skills or social skills – are not just about communication skills, but also touch on our ability to make decisions, solve problems and manage stress.
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Tomato Avocado Salad
This tomato avocado salad recipe is really tasty and the addition of omega 3-6-9 oil makes it a nutritional powerhouse. This recipe is easy to make and delivers helpful omega fatty acids.
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How to Remove a Tick From a Dog
Ticks are small blood-sucking insects that can carry a host of diseases, including Lyme disease. Learn how to safely remove ticks from dogs using a tool that is made for the job.
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Grilled Shrimp Skewers With Pesto and Pernod
Looking for a new shrimp recipe? These grilled shrimp skewers are just the ticket. Made with pesto sauce and a dash of Pernod—and then barbequed to perfection.
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Bread Pudding With Berries
This pudding recipe is a delicious and different way to serve berries. Based on a traditional English pudding recipe, this is a bread pudding that showcases fresh summer berries.
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Easy Curry Shrimp and Peppers
This recipe for curry shrimp and peppers is very easy to make and serves four people. Ready in just 40 minutes, the curry flavor is enhanced by fresh lime juice, coriander, and coconut milk.
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Amaretto Summer Soother
Looking for easy amaretto drinks for the patio? This sweet and sour amaretto cocktail is a wonderful way to cool off on a hot summer day. Bet you can’t have just one!
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Bookkeeping Spreadsheet Example for Small Business
Bookkeeping for small businesses can be as simple as keeping a spreadsheet for income and another for expenses using Excel or similar software. This article includes small business bookkeeping tips.
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Salmon Grilled on Romaine Lettuce
This barbecue salmon recipe is a little different. The salmon is grilled on top of the tough outer leaves from a head of romaine lettuce. As a result, the salmon remains nice and moist. This is so good . . . give it a try!
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Barbecue Trout Poached in Beer
Looking for something really different? Here is an easy recipe for bbq trout that's poached in beer and ready in minutes. A simple but delicious way to barbecue trout. Cleanup is easy too!
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Spicy Garlic Shrimp: A Spanish Tapa
This recipe for spicy garlic shrimp from Spain is fast and easy to make. Shrimp and garlic combine with sherry and spice to create a very flavorful dish. Gambas al ajillo is for folks who love garlic!
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How to Arrange Peonies
With huge, heavy flowers and long stems, the peony is very versatile as a cut flower. Here are some simple and beautiful ideas for arranging peonies.
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The Best Cedar Plank Salmon Recipe
If you have never cooked with a plank on your bbq before, fear not. This bbq salmon recipe provides step-by-step instructions on how to cook with a cedar plank.
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Benefits of Copper in the Garden
Copper and copper sulfate are indispensable due to their conductive, antimicrobial and biostatic properties. All of these properties are important in gardening. Best of all, slugs and snails hate copper. Find out how to safely use copper in your garden.
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French Garden Design
You don’t need to have a backyard the size of the one at Versailles Palace to create a French garden. The same balance and eye appeal are easy to achieve, even on a limited budget.
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Food and Drug Interactions You Should Watch Out For
Common foods and beverages can change the intended effects of a medication in the body. Read on to learn about these sometimes dangerous food and drug interactions.
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What Is an Epergne?
An epergne (pronounced EH’-PERN) is a table center piece that was introduced in Europe in the early 1700's. Generally made from silver, they often had large center columns with stylized branches extending out from the center, each of these branches holding either dishes or bowls at their ends.