The bald eagle holds a special place in the hearts of Americans – despite the scathing criticism of Benjamin Franklin. While he did write that the eagle was a ‘bird of bad moral character,’ and he compared it unfavorably to the turkey, he did not propose the turkey for the… Read more“Map Monday, 4th of July Tribute to the Bald Eagle”
Category: Science
Map Monday, which countries control the world’s minerals
The distribution of the minerals and resources has played a leading role in the development and growth of human civilizations. The four original cradles of civilization in Egypt, Mesopotamia, India, and China relied on water. Without ready access to the Nile, Tigris & Euphrates, Indus, and Yellow rivers, it’s hard… Read more“Map Monday, which countries control the world’s minerals”
Map Monday, Worst things about each US State
People often claim they strive to find the best in others, but the truth is many of us seem programmed to look for the worst. At least if you look at what draws our attention in headlines or even political ads. Go ugly early wins more elections than it loses. … Read more“Map Monday, Worst things about each US State”