Geography Chapters

Geography provides a sense of place. What a country has, in terms of strategic location and natural resources, can determine its role in the world. See why geography matters in this collection of stories.

Lewis and Clark, and their Corps of Discovery, finally reach the Pacific Ocean in January 1806.

The formerly widespread papal rule comes to an end in the late 19th century.

The Impressionists and Japanese art in Paris influence Vincent's work.

Types of passengers on the Titanic with photos and descriptions.

In a rare weather event, three separate weather systems are on a "perfectly" aligned collision course.

According to the Puritans, the pillory is fitting for anyone having the nerve to disregard societal rules.

King Agamemnon takes Achilles' war prize, which results in Achilles refusing to fight. Getting the prize back involves Hector of Troy, Patroclus, and ...

The Poor Laws, meant to help, only led to more landowners getting rid of tenants.

What is Late Potato Blight and how does it destroy the plant and its tubers?

Religious scribes and scholars produce many impressive books and manuscripts that reside at Oxford.

Native Americans lose their land and leaders; their way of life changes forever because of U.S. westward expansion.

US soldiers expect the Black Hawk mission to take 45 minutes, but Somali rebels fight back and shoot down a helicopter.

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