Was Burnside a bad general? After his corps was badly defeated at the Battle of the Crater (1864) he went home on a leave of absence from which he was never called back to duty. Burnside’s dismal reputation is probably unfair, however. He was an innovative engineer but an unlucky general who was often made […]
What did mince pies originally contain?
What did mince pies originally contain? The early mince pie was known by several names, including “mutton pie”, “shrid pie” and “Christmas pie”. Typically its ingredients were a mixture of minced meat, suet, a range of fruits, and spices such as cinnamon, cloves and nutmeg. Which traditional mince pie ingredient is no longer included in […]
How do vacuum headlights work?
How do vacuum headlights work? FUNCTION: The headlamp switch turns the headlamps on and off and signals the vacuum components to open or close the head lamp doors. TROUBLESHOOTING: When closed (knob pushed in) attach the vacuum pump to port 2 and block port 3. Vacuum pressure should be maintained. How do you adjust the […]
What qualifications do you need to be a scientist?
What qualifications do you need to be a scientist? You’ll need a good honours degree, usually first class or upper second, in a science subject related to your area of interest. Most research scientists then go on to study for a postgraduate qualification like a PhD. How long does it take to become a scientist? […]
How many miles can you put on a 2005 GMC Sierra?
How far away was the Tohoku earthquake felt?
How far away was the Tohoku earthquake felt? The March 11 temblor was felt as far away as Petropavlovsk-Kamchatsky, Russia; Kao-hsiung, Taiwan; and Beijing, China. It was preceded by several foreshocks, including a magnitude-7.2 event centred approximately 25 miles (40 km) away from the epicentre of the main quake. How far can Japan Earthquake be […]
How many pounds can I lose if I starve for 3 days?
What color is the Gucci shopping bag?
What color is the Gucci shopping bag? The paper’s unique green color at the beginning of the production process decreases the use of inks and an uncoated paper ensures it is fully recyclable. The shopping bag handles are black torchon made of 100% recycled polyester and knotted to avoid using glues. Is Michael Kors a […]
Who is the descendant of Alexander the Great?
Who is the descendant of Alexander the Great? Like all ancient kings, Alexander claimed that the gods were his ancestors. Already in the fifth century, the Macedonian kings said that they descended from Perdiccas, who descended from Temenos, a king of Argos; and he was great-grandchild of Hyllus, the son of Heracles. What gods did […]