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Is This 19th-Century Factory the World’s First Skyscraper?
As the first building to be built from an iron frame, the Shrewsbury Flaxmill Maltings in England is a forerunner of all iron ...
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19th Century Photography In Extreme Miniature
Ever since the invention of the microscope, humanity has gained access to the world of the incredibly small. Scientists discovered that creatures never known to exist before are alive in an ...
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Rare 19th-century condom with erotic etching goes on display at Dutch museum - CNN
A rare 19th-century condom decorated with an erotic etching featuring a nun and three clergymen is going on display at a museum in the Netherlands.
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Back in the 19th Century, Your Election Ballot Could Double as a Work of Art - Smithsonian Magazine
Back in the 19th Century, Your Election Ballot Could Double as a Work of Art During and after the Civil War, inventive illustrations allowed Democrats and Republicans to turn American ballots into ...
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100 bottles of champagne found in 19th century Baltic shipwreck
The divers swam down to discover a 19th century sailing ship "in very good condition, loaded to the sides with champagne, wine, mineral water and porcelain." "I've been a diver for 40 years.
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Divers find 19th-century shipwreck laden with unopened bottles of champagne and precious mineral water - CNN
A 19th-century shipwreck packed with crates of unopened champagne has been found in the depths of the Baltic Sea. The long-forgotten vessel was brimming with bubbly, according to the team of ...
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19th century Dutch shipwreck discovered off Australian coast highlights gold rush history | CNN - CNN International
Archaeologists found an 800-ton Dutch merchant vessel lost in 1857 off the coast of South Australia, offering a rare look into the region’s maritime trade history.
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Coca Cola, Nokia and...: Take a look at famous brands which are over 100 years old, some names will surprise you - MSN
These legendary companies have not only survived but thrived for over a century, becoming household names with enduring legacies. Let's take a look at 7 iconic brands that have managed to stay ...
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7 myths about the Vikings that are (almost) totally false
Misconceptions abound about Vikings.They are often depicted as bloodthirsty, unwashed warriors with winged helmets. But that's a poor picture based largely on Viking portrayals in the 19th century ...
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Back to the Future? The 2024 Election Is a Lot Like 19th-Century Contests
The 2024 Election Is a Lot Like 19th-Century Contests. By; Robert Strong, [email protected]; October 3, 2024. Facebook Twitter LinkedIn Email. Former President Donald Trump is hoping to repeat the feat ...
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Rare 19th-century condom with erotic etching goes on display at Dutch museum | CNN - CNN International
A rare 19th-century condom decorated with an erotic etching featuring a nun and three clergymen is going on display at a museum in the Netherlands.
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Rare 19th-century condom with erotic etching goes on display at Dutch museum | KRDO
By Jack Guy, CNN (CNN) — A rare 19th-century condom decorated with an erotic etching featuring a nun and three clergymen is going on display at a ...