What was New Orleans response to Hurricane Katrina?

What was New Orleans response to Hurricane Katrina? Governor Kathleen Babineaux Blanco’s New Orleans Hurricane Relief Foundation was created on August 30, 2005. Local governments across the U.S. sent aid in the form of ambulances, search teams and disaster supplies. Shelters to house those displaced were established as far away as Utah. How did people […]

Where are the most diamonds found?

Where are the most diamonds found? Diamonds are found in over 30 countries, but the leading producers of diamonds are: Russia. Botswana. Canada. Angola. South Africa. Democratic Republic of Congo. Namibia. Where Can diamonds be found naturally? Natural diamond has been discovered in 35 countries. Some diamonds have been found in the United States. Colorado, […]

Was there a draft for Iraq war?

Was there a draft for Iraq war? If, therefore, the draft were resumed during hostilities, or even a good many weeks before hostilities began, it is unlikely that drafted recruits would reach the theater of war before the war ended. There are scenarios in which even a short war with Iraq could lead to a […]

How did Mary Lee influence democracy?

How did Mary Lee influence democracy? Mary Lee arrived in South Australia in 1879 at the age of 58 and in 1888 helped found the Women’s Suffrage League. One of the most famous of South Australia’s suffragists, Mary Lee was the chief organiser of the 1894 petition. Why did Mary Lee fight for women’s rights? […]

What is a famous dessert?

What is a famous dessert? The best desserts in the world Pasteis de Nata – Custard Tarts from Portugal. Tiramisu – Coffee Flavoured Dessert from Italy. Gulab Jamun – Deep-fried sweets from India. S’mores – a campfire treat from USA. Churros – deep-fried dough sticks from Spain. Lamingtons – square sponge cakes from Australia. What […]

How are roads and highways paid for?

How are roads and highways paid for? Roads don’t pay for themselves. Nearly as much of the cost of building and maintaining highways now comes from general taxes such as income and sales taxes (plus additional federal debt) as comes from gasoline taxes or other “user fees” on drivers. Roads pay for themselves less and […]

What do you put around a fireplace?

What do you put around a fireplace? 10 Stylish Tile Options for Your Fireplace Surround Striated Naxos. Naxos, a white marble from Greece, is a great fit for glamorous fireplace surrounds. Handcrafted Crackle Brick. Metallic Porcelain. Wood-Look Porcelain. Sculptural Midcentury Ceramic. Carrara Marble. Hand-Painted Terra Cotta. Tesserae Mosaic. What are the parts of a fireplace […]

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