Christmas gift-giving is an ancient tradition that pre-dates the founding of Christianity. While many cultures include deep gift-giving customs, the Christian practice traces its roots back to ancient Rome. Saturn Connection Saturnalia was a festival to honor the god Saturn. Initially held on 17 December, in the late republic it… Read more“Map Monday, Christmas Gift-giving”
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Map Monday, Most Impactful Invention by US State
What’s the most impactful invention from your state? Before we answer that question, lets look at some of history’s most impactful inventions. When asked about the most impactful invention, many archeologists choose agriculture. Farming generated a more stable food supply which permitted populations to grow. While most people worked the… Read more“Map Monday, Most Impactful Invention by US State”
Map Monday, Cheese in Europe
Cheese is a food derived from the milk of animals such as cows, goats, sheep, and buffalo. Cheesemaking requires the separation of the milk into solids (curd) and liquids (whey). The most common method sours the milk and adds rennet. The souring can be done with a simple acid, e.g.,… Read more“Map Monday, Cheese in Europe”