Banking has been around almost as long as civilization itself. While the two aren’t synonymous many of civilization’s achievements are related to banking. The earliest known writing and numbering systems were developed to track commercial transactions, while loans from proto-banks facilitated trade between ancient cities. Modern banking originated in rich… Read more“Map Monday, Federal Reserve Banking System”
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Map Monday, Most expensive college in each US state
Spring used to be the season when a young person’s heart turned to love, or for the less romantic baseball; but now it’s the college season. ****Warning old man stuff coming please switch your internal voice to creaky & cranky**** Back in my day we took our SATs or ACTs… Read more“Map Monday, Most expensive college in each US state”
Map Monday, Host cities for every modern Olympic games
The first Olympic games were part of a religious festival held every four years in Olympia Greece. The games included chariot races, wrestling, and other athletic competitions between citizens from different city-states. Held at the sanctuary of Zeus pilgrims attending the games received safe passage through hostile territories. Contrary to… Read more“Map Monday, Host cities for every modern Olympic games”