Why did Glasgow develop where it did?

Why did Glasgow develop where it did? Glasgow prospered as a market centre because it was well situated between Highland and Lowland Scotland and also between Edinburgh—the capital, 45 miles (72 km) east—and the west. When trade with the Americas developed in the 18th century, Glasgow was already exporting coal, plaid (wool cloth), and herring […]

Do they give presents on Hanukkah?

Do they give presents on Hanukkah? “It’s not historically part of Hanukkah at all.” In that, gift-giving on Hanukkah is not unlike gift-giving on Christmas — it has little, if anything, to do with the religious requirements of the celebration. This makes Hanukkah less important religiously than other holidays like Passover, Yom Kippur and Rosh […]

Who inspired Fidel Castro?

Who inspired Fidel Castro? Castro described two historical figures as being particular influences on his political viewpoints: the Cuban anti-imperialist revolutionary José Martí (1853–1895), and the German sociologist and theorist Karl Marx (1818–1883). What country supported Fidel Castro? Adopting a Marxist–Leninist model of development, Castro converted Cuba into a one-party, socialist state under Communist Party […]

How is pneumatics used in industry?

How is pneumatics used in industry? Pneumatics are seen in a range of other applications too, from fairground rides and trucks, medical applications and food preparation through to air tools and blow moulding. Pneumatics makes use of an air compressor to reduce the volume of the air in order to increase its pressure. How are […]

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