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History of Flags

One of the first true flags was the vexillum carried by Roman cavalry. It was a square piece of fringed cloth hung on a crossbar at the end of a spear. Such a banner could serve as a rallying point for men in battle.

Fact About Ernest Hemingway Biography

(1899–1961).  A writer famous for his terse, direct style, Ernest Hemingway was also known for the way in which his own life mirrored the activities and interests of his characters. Many of his works show man pitted against nature, as in his favorite sports—hunting, fishing, and bullfighting.

History of Medicine

Introduction The practice of medicine—the science and art of preventing, alleviating, and curing disease—is one of the oldest professional callings. Since ancient times, healers with varying degrees of knowledge and skills have sought to restore the health or relieve the distress of the sick and injured.