March 2011 | History

Sunday, March 13, 2011

Posted: 13 Mar 2011 02:20 PM PDT

England is the only country in Europe to allow its youngsters to abandon history by the age of 13, inspectors revealed.

Posted: 13 Mar 2011 02:00 PM PDT

Here is a list of the world's deadliest quakes in history - which aren't always the strongest - and why so many died.

The Recorded History Of Quakes Is A Long One

Posted: 13 Mar 2011 07:38 AM PDT

The devastatingly destructive earthquake in Japan is being called the largest in the country's recorded history. The Japanese have been keeping records of seismic aberrations for centuries. But with scientific and technological advances, the nature of what it means to record history is changing.

History 'marginalised' in schools, says Ofsted

Posted: 13 Mar 2011 06:33 AM PDT

Children's understanding of the past is being undermined by poor history teaching and crowded timetables, Government inspectors warned today.

Saturday, March 12, 2011

“Rediscovering Burnsville's history” plus 3 more

Rediscovering Burnsville's history
History 'marginalised' in schools
A nation alone: The dangers of allowing children to drop history at 13
Italy aim to defy history in Six Nations clash

Rediscovering Burnsville's history

Posted: 12 Mar 2011 07:15 PM PST

A group of history buffs is trying to rekindle interest in a Burnsville chapter of the Dakota County Historical Society.

History 'marginalised' in schools

Posted: 12 Mar 2011 04:35 PM PST

England is the only nation in Europe where schoolchildren can stop studying history at the age of 13, inspectors have warned. Related Stories Stars warn over cuts to the arts Ex-Met chief Blair hails rebels Clegg shakes off NHS reforms rebuke Families 'facing 5p in £1 hit' Duo tap way to dance victory

A nation alone: The dangers of allowing children to drop history at 13

Posted: 12 Mar 2011 04:17 PM PST

England is the only country in Europe to allow its youngsters to abandon history by the age of 13, inspectors reveal today. Ignoring the axiom that without history there can be no future, more than 100 state schools last year failed to enter a single candidate for the subject at GCSE – a 25 per cent increase on the previous year. A breakdown of candidates reveals that the Government's flagship ...

Italy aim to defy history in Six Nations clash

Posted: 12 Mar 2011 02:21 AM PST

Italy will be looking to defy the tide of history when they host France in the Six Nations match they fear most at Rome's Stadio Olimpico on Saturday.

Friday, March 11, 2011

“History's Headlines: What The Heck's A Lehigh?” plus 3 more

History's Headlines: What The Heck's A Lehigh?
LA birthplace becomes battleground over history
Worshipping history in Sunbury
Timeline: A History of Pacific Tsunamis & Earthquakes

History's Headlines: What The Heck's A Lehigh?

Posted: 11 Mar 2011 07:09 PM PST

By Frank Whelan | At first glance county names in Pennsylvania seem simple. The state has a Washington and a Jefferson county, the usual suspects in the long dead president category. Centre, even if spelled like it should be located outside of London, is right where it is supposed to be in the center of the state. Head east and York, Lancaster, Berks, Bucks and Northampton breathe the spirit of ...

LA birthplace becomes battleground over history

Posted: 11 Mar 2011 04:35 PM PST

Inside his trinket shop in the city's El Pueblo historic district, Mike Mariscal is surrounded by painted masks, woven blankets and Day of the Dead figurines he's long sold to tourists.

Worshipping history in Sunbury

Posted: 11 Mar 2011 11:29 AM PST

St Mary's Anglican Church, O'Shanassy St

Timeline: A History of Pacific Tsunamis & Earthquakes

Posted: 11 Mar 2011 05:08 AM PST

The Western Pacific's geography makes it tremendously volatile, and leaves the region with a lengthy history of disasters, including earthquakes, volcanoes, and towering tsunamis

Thursday, March 10, 2011

“‘Kennedys’ miniseries producer Joel Surnow rips Democrats for blocking History network airing” plus 3 more

‘Kennedys’ miniseries producer Joel Surnow rips Democrats for blocking History network airing
History Comes to Life at Woodlawn Elementary
Cockerel noise neighbours' 'history of rows'
Psych history sought in bomb hoax case

‘Kennedys’ miniseries producer Joel Surnow rips Democrats for blocking History network airing

Posted: 10 Mar 2011 06:04 PM PST

America next month will finally see "The Kennedys," the controversial miniseries about the family story behind President Kennedy. But producer Joel Surnow is still sore at Democratic VIPs who he believes blocked the project from airing on the History cable...

History Comes to Life at Woodlawn Elementary

Posted: 10 Mar 2011 05:30 PM PST

It is a case of history literally coming to life today at Woodlawn Elementary School.

Cockerel noise neighbours' 'history of rows'

Posted: 10 Mar 2011 05:19 AM PST

There was a long history of disputes between neighbours leading up to complaints over noisy cockerels, a court hears.

Psych history sought in bomb hoax case

Posted: 10 Mar 2011 04:59 AM PST

Australian medical records including a psychiatric history will be presented to a British court for Melbourne man James Glen who made an aircraft bomb hoax.

Wednesday, March 9, 2011

“Alcohol abuse history influences quality of life following liver transplant” plus 3 more

Alcohol abuse history influences quality of life following liver transplant
History centers
Alcohol Abuse History Impacts Liver Transplant Patients
History and scrutiny as Locke named for China

Alcohol abuse history influences quality of life following liver transplant

Posted: 09 Mar 2011 07:11 PM PST

A history of alcohol abuse significantly impacts quality of life for patients after liver transplant, according to researchers.

History centers

Posted: 09 Mar 2011 07:03 PM PST

Got a history buff? Take them here.

Alcohol Abuse History Impacts Liver Transplant Patients

Posted: 09 Mar 2011 03:18 PM PST

A history of alcohol abuse significantly impacts quality of life for patients after liver transplant, according to researchers at Henry Ford Hospital. "Transplant recipients with alcoholic cirrhosis experienced less improvement in physical quality of life and reported greater pain and physical limitations than non-alcoholics after transplant surgery," says Anne Eshelman, Ph.D., Henry Ford ...

History and scrutiny as Locke named for China

Posted: 09 Mar 2011 11:28 AM PST

Gary Locke's appointment as US ambassador to China marks a milestone for Asian Americans, but Beijing's leaders may be in for a surprise if they think his ancestry makes him a natural ally.

Tuesday, March 8, 2011

“UC Davis history professor wins $40,000 prize” plus 3 more

UC Davis history professor wins $40,000 prize
As history unfolds in Wisconsin, Smithsonian sends curator
Will History Repeat Itself?
The History of Women's History

UC Davis history professor wins $40,000 prize

Posted: 08 Mar 2011 03:05 PM PST

A UC Davis history professor who is an expert in Jewish history received a $40,000 prize from the university today during a surprise ceremony in his classroom.

As history unfolds in Wisconsin, Smithsonian sends curator

Posted: 08 Mar 2011 02:38 PM PST

The posters and placards carried by Wisconsin demonstrators will soon become an official part of the nation's legacy, adorning the walls of the Smithsonian's Museum of American History.

Will History Repeat Itself?

Posted: 08 Mar 2011 12:52 PM PST

From the second half of 2007 into the middle of 2008 commodities were 'the thing', attracting all the speculative cash as both a weak dollar hedge and a tangible assets play. Agricultural companies rode the wave as they empowered farmers with the means to feed the world. Bunge is a major player in fertilizers and food products. Estimated 2011 revenues exceed $50 billion. The second half of 2010 ...

The History of Women's History

Posted: 08 Mar 2011 06:32 AM PST

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Monday, March 7, 2011

“History of Ash Wednesday Observances” plus 3 more

History of Ash Wednesday Observances
Francis Fukuyama’s New History of Human Social Structures
'History Will Be Made' Commercials Returning For 2011 Stanley Cup Playoffs
History Map Shows Off Chicago, Warts And All

History of Ash Wednesday Observances

Posted: 07 Mar 2011 05:28 PM PST

Ash Wednesday marks the first day of Lent for Catholics as they observe the time leading up to the mystical death and resurrection of Jesus Christ. The day begins a 40-day period of fasting and introspection for Catholics and Christians all over the world.

Francis Fukuyama’s New History of Human Social Structures

Posted: 07 Mar 2011 03:27 PM PST

A new book by Francis Fukuyama presents a sweeping new overview of human social structures throughout history.

'History Will Be Made' Commercials Returning For 2011 Stanley Cup Playoffs

Posted: 07 Mar 2011 11:47 AM PST

The NHL's fantastic History Will Be Made commercials will be back for the 2011 Stanley Cup Playoffs, according to a league press release. We all remember these ad spots from last year, which re-lived great moments in playoff history. Of course, that's not why we remember them. We remember them for the hundreds of parodies that were created by fans, which launched the campaign from just ...

History Map Shows Off Chicago, Warts And All

Posted: 07 Mar 2011 11:13 AM PST

Thanks to a new interactive map by the apartment search site Domu, you can find out a lot you might not have known about Chicago history, from every corner of the city and suburbs.

Sunday, March 6, 2011

“Civil War history lesson Petersburg, Va., embraces and expands its past” plus 3 more

Civil War history lesson Petersburg, Va., embraces and expands its past
History a 'Lifelong Obsession' for Teacher
History-sheeter nabbed with weapons, cartridges
Sutherland makes history in Big Cap

Civil War history lesson Petersburg, Va., embraces and expands its past

Posted: 06 Mar 2011 05:45 PM PST

This city's greatest claim to fame is somewhat dubious. It's where the South made its last stand in the Civil War.

History a 'Lifelong Obsession' for Teacher

Posted: 06 Mar 2011 04:59 PM PST

Published: Sunday, March 6, 2011 at 7:58 p.m. Last Modified: Sunday, March 6, 2011 at 7:58 p.m. For nearly a decade, Lloyd Harris sheltered a World War I cannon chained to a tree in the backyard of his Bartow home.

History-sheeter nabbed with weapons, cartridges

Posted: 06 Mar 2011 10:19 AM PST

The special operations group (SOG) arrested a history-sheeter with four weapons and eight live cartridges late on Saturday night. Rajendra Amarsinh Waghela, a resident of Sama Road was arrested from Kapurai Chowkdi on national highway 8 when he was entering the city.

Sutherland makes history in Big Cap

Posted: 06 Mar 2011 09:35 AM PST

Game On Dude edged Setsuko by a nose Saturday in the $750,000 Santa Anita Handicap at Santa Anita, running 11/4 miles in 1:59.47.

Saturday, March 5, 2011

“Martin wins Nationwide race in Vegas; Patrick makes history” plus 2 more

Martin wins Nationwide race in Vegas; Patrick makes history
Coal Reignites A Mighty Battle Of Labor History
History lovers get a personal tour of an early Texas battleground

Martin wins Nationwide race in Vegas; Patrick makes history

Posted: 05 Mar 2011 06:35 PM PST

Danica Patrick finished fourth in Saturday's Sam's Town 300 at Las Vegas Motor Speedway, becoming the highest-finishing woman ever in a national ...

Coal Reignites A Mighty Battle Of Labor History

Posted: 05 Mar 2011 01:23 PM PST

In 1921, 15,000 coal miners took on the most powerful coal companies in West Virginia for the right to unionize. Today, there's a new battle brewing over the site of the battle — whether to preserve it or blast it apart for coal.

History lovers get a personal tour of an early Texas battleground

Posted: 04 Mar 2011 09:53 PM PST

In 1840, settlers routed Indian raiders in a running fight through what is now Lockhart.

Friday, March 4, 2011

“Head of the Lake: History up for grabs” plus 2 more

Head of the Lake: History up for grabs
Mardi Gras History
Women's History Month: Facts About Women

Head of the Lake: History up for grabs

Posted: 04 Mar 2011 05:22 PM PST

THERE is history up for grabs in the Head of the Lake tomorrow.

Mardi Gras History

Posted: 04 Mar 2011 04:39 PM PST

Mardi Gras has been a steady celebration in New Orleans since the 1850s. Traditions of the holiday go back further and have evolved through the centuries.

Women's History Month: Facts About Women

Posted: 04 Mar 2011 08:51 AM PST

President Barack Obama declared March as Women's History Month - just in time for the 100th anniversary of International Women's Day on March 8.

Thursday, March 3, 2011

“History Repeats in 2011” plus 3 more

History Repeats in 2011
History professor publishes book on African American history
History Quiz Bowl II Saturday at Whaling Museum
History Bill Falls In Senate Panel

History Repeats in 2011

Posted: 03 Mar 2011 06:00 PM PST

ADELAIDE, Australia, March 4, 2011 /PRNewswire/ History is now being re-enacted on-line. In 1836 nine ships set sail from England to establish a new colony on the southern shores of Australia. This was to become the Province of South …

History professor publishes book on African American history

Posted: 03 Mar 2011 01:46 PM PST

By: Lauren McLendonBerlin hosts discussion on 'The Making of African America: The Four Great Migrations' Berlin's book, published last year, poses a framework that aims to reconstruct the traditional views of African-American history by integrating the past with this generation's newest immigrants. Berlin has been has written prolifically on the topic of ...

History Quiz Bowl II Saturday at Whaling Museum

Posted: 03 Mar 2011 09:10 AM PST

Nantucket is rich in history, and the Nantucket Historical Association celebrates it in many different ways.

History Bill Falls In Senate Panel

Posted: 03 Mar 2011 07:42 AM PST

LITTLE ROCK - A bill to clarify how Arkansas history would be taught failed in a Senate committee Thursday.

Wednesday, March 2, 2011

“Arkansas history bill stalls in committee” plus 3 more

Arkansas history bill stalls in committee
DeKalb History Center is worth a visit
O'Brien makes history in Ireland victory
Obama's Women's History Month Declaration Comes as Future of Women is Threatened

Arkansas history bill stalls in committee

Posted: 02 Mar 2011 04:54 PM PST

LITTLE ROCK — A bill to clarify how Arkansas history would be taught failed in a Senate committee today.

DeKalb History Center is worth a visit

Posted: 02 Mar 2011 11:07 AM PST

DeKalb History Center is worth a visit

O'Brien makes history in Ireland victory

Posted: 02 Mar 2011 10:30 AM PST

Ireland's Kevin O'Brien scored the fastest century in cricket World Cup history to help his country claim a sensational three-wicket Group B victory over England in Bangalore.

Obama's Women's History Month Declaration Comes as Future of Women is Threatened

Posted: 02 Mar 2011 09:36 AM PST

COMMENTARY | President Barack Obama declared March 2011 as Women's History Month, just in time for the 100th anniversary of International Women's Day on March 8.

Tuesday, March 1, 2011

“White House marks Women's History Month with 50-year progress report” plus 3 more

White House marks Women's History Month with 50-year progress report
History magnifies extremist rhetoric
History department works to revise survey courses
Chesterfield students trace history of black music

White House marks Women's History Month with 50-year progress report

Posted: 01 Mar 2011 06:23 PM PST

Women's History Month began Tuesday, and the White House released the 'first comprehensive federal report on the status of women' since 1963.

History magnifies extremist rhetoric

Posted: 01 Mar 2011 04:33 PM PST

History magnifies extremist rhetoric

History department works to revise survey courses

Posted: 01 Mar 2011 04:04 PM PST

Dr. Daniel Rodgers, a history professor at Princeton University, spoke in the Business Administration Building Tuesday. In his speech, Rodgers addressed the idea of globalizing U.S. history. Photo by Coty Giannelli. Dr. Daniel Rodgers, a history professor at Princeton University, said the concepts of pride, destiny and history are at risk when history is taught from only an American perspective ...

Chesterfield students trace history of black music

Posted: 01 Mar 2011 08:43 AM PST

Black History Month came to an ear-splitting, foot-stomping, hand-clapping, singalong-singing end at Robious Middle School.