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Who Is the Statue of Liberty Modeled After?
History
The Statue of Liberty is believed to be was modeled primarily after two key inspirations: sculptor F... Read more
Why Are Toilets and Restrooms Called "WC"?
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"WC," an abbreviation for "Water Closet," originated in England during the 19th century. As indoor p... Read more
What is Resolution 181?
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The United Nations General Assembly Resolution 181, also known as the Partition Resolution, was adop... Read more
When was Israel formed?
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The State of Israel was created on May 14, 1948, following the declaration of independence by the Is... Read more
Where was the first McDonald's Store?
History
The first McDonald’s store, originally opened in 1940 by Dick and Mac McDonald, is located at 1398... Read more
When was McDonald's first founded?
History
McDonald's was founded in 1940 by brothers Maurice ("Mac") and Richard McDonald, who opened their fi... Read more
What types of metal armour did Knights wear?
History
Medieval knights wore different types of metal armor to protect themselves. Early on, they used chai... Read more
Why was Mary Queen of Scots executed?
History
Mary, Queen of Scots, was executed on February 8, 1587 at the age of 44, after being imprisoned by Q... Read more
Who were the East India Company?
History
The East India Company, founded in 1600, was a dominant global trading corporation with a monopoly o... Read more
Was the Capital of the United States always Washington?
History
No, the capital city of the United States was not always Washington, D.C. Initially, New York Cit... Read more
Why was New York called New Amsterdam?
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New York was originally called New Amsterdam. This name was given by the Dutch West India Company, w... Read more
When was Australia first discovered?
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Australia was first documented by Europeans in 1606 when Dutch explorer Willem Janszoon landed on th... Read more