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How Indians Made Mud-Brick
Pueblo Indians were resourceful people who constructed their own villages by hand. The mixture of wet mud they used to create bricks is called adobe. You can still see adobe-influenced architecture throughout the United States, but specifically in the Southwest. Adobe bricks require only simple tool
What Things Contributed to the Downfall of the Plains Indians?
The Plains Indians inhabited the Great Plains of the U.S. Midwest from the the Mississippi River to the Rocky Mountains and the modern-day borders between Mexico and Canada. The Plains Indians included many equestrian tribes, such as the Crow, Comanche, Cree, Ojibwe, Shoshone, Kiowa, Lakota, Blackfo
History of Gangs
It is human nature to want to affiliate with people who feel the same way we do, and if a family does not provide that measure of belonging, it is also human nature to satisfy that longing by seeking the company of others. According to social scientists, this human trait is one of the strongest moti
Farming Techniques of the Iroquois
The Iroquois Nation consists of five tribes -- the Mohawk, Seneca, Oneida, Cayuga and Onondaga. These Native people lived and farmed at the tops of hills in matrilineal societies where women, because of their connection to the Earth and the Creator, determined when to plant and harvest, as well as w
How to Read a Family Coat of Arms
For hundreds of years, coats of arms marked the banners, helms, shields, armor and homes of knights and nobles. These coats of arms told others who the owners were, what they stood for and sometimes a bit about their family history. They helped both allies and enemies identify each other at knightly
Michigan Festivals Related to Hispanic Heritage Month
Michigan has several festivals honoring Hispanic Heritage Month.flag of brazil with globe image by patrimonio designs from Fotolia.comHispanic Heritage Month takes place Sept. 15 to Oct. 15, and celebrates Hispanic culture and what the Hispanic people have contributed to the U.S. In...
Wilmington, Delaware's Greek Festival
To pay tribute to the Greek community that has been in Wilmington since 1890, the Holy Trinity Greek Orthodox Church holds the Wilmington Greek Festival for four days each June. The festival features food, music and celebration.
Styles of American Indian Houses
Native American housing includes more than just tepees.teepee image by Mike & Valerie Miller from Fotolia.comA circle of tall tepees may be the image that automatically comes to mind when you think of Native Americans, but Native American housing is as varied as the many tribal cultures...
How to Walk Like an Egyptian
Although it's now immediately familiar to many of us, the "Walk like an Egyptian" pose, strut, or dance isn't really authentic. It's a 20th century creation, made popular by the Bangles in their 1986 hit of the same name, and other performers, including comedians. Egyptology experts say the Egyptian
Funeral Directors for Timely Assistance
The news of funeral could definitely be a shocking and mind blocking thing to share, especially if the unfortunate has happened to someone you really love and respect in your life. At such a poor ...
How to Write an Indian Pictograph Story
Native Americans didn't record stories through writing as we are accustomed. The Native American culture practiced a method of telling stories that used crude drawings. These drawings, called pictographs or picture stories, were the method by which Native Americans recorded history. Pictographs were
Khowar Language
Khowar belongs to the Dardic Group of the Indo-Arian Languages. It is considered more archaic of all the Indo-Arian languages. Many words of Indo-Arian origin, in their most original form, are found in Khowar. Khowar ...
Why Diversity in Indian Culture Offers a Greater Proposition for Knowledge Hunters
Everywhere in the world, one or the other person is talking about the ethnicity of incredible India. However, its magnetic and mesmerizing appeal does all the publicity. Hence, a billion dollars worth has gone into ...
The History of the East African Community
The East African Community is an organization made up of five African countries with the united purpose of improving the quality of life of its residents.
What Arguments Were Made in Favor of Imperialism?
Ever since nations emerged, many have tried to extend their influence as far as they could to protect their interests. With advances in technology and transportation, it became possible to create large empires over land and sea. While most overseas holdings were mere satellites or colonies that serv
How Many US Flags Have There Been?
Since the very first flag of the United States of America was created in 1777, it has been changed 26 times, for a total of 27 official U.S. flags. The flag prior to the first official flag, the Grand Union Flag, has often been referred to as the First National Flag. It was flown during the Revoluti
Festival Spree - Sair Festival in Himachal Pradesh
Himachal Pradesh is one of the north eastern states in India being blessed with stunning landscape and is known as the Abode of Clouds. The locals here are very hospitable and the weather is cold ...
Glass Cladding Advantages
Glass cladding is used in a variety of different architectural projects.cladding job 6543 image by jazzid from Fotolia.comCladding can be thought of as a protective layer of material, similar to armor or shielding. Glass cladding might not sound very effective, particularly for...
Read Useful Women Based Content by Joining Women Networking Sites
According some people women are the most beautiful creation of God. They are most important member of family who have special place in the heart of every individual. They exist in our lives in the ...
Native Indian Tribe Projects
The many different Native American tribes often differed greatly from one another. They had different religious beliefs, rituals, and areas of expertise such as hunting, horsemanship and farming. Investigating these tribes can be a fascinating project for students of all ages. Whether students are c