historys http://historys.zersal.com Sat, 22 Nov 2008 09:10:42 +0000 http://backend.userland.com/rss092 en The History of Rottweilers Rottweilers have a history that goes way back through times. There are as with most different breeds, different versions of their past. Some claim the rottweiler is entirely German developed by butchers. Others say it is a descendent from the Bouvier. Yet others tell the story as we tell it below...]]> http://historys.zersal.com/2008/11/22/the-history-of-rottweilers/ Water on the Brain I was in the supermarket this morning (nothing unusual in that) and pushing my trolley to the checkout. Well, my wife was pushing and I was away in airy-fairy land when it suddenly dawned on me that I was walking past water. Not just any water but a whole world of the stuff. A complete representa...]]> http://historys.zersal.com/2008/11/21/water-on-the-brain/ The Ancient Maya Site of Lamanai, Belize A Brief History One of the few remaining original ancient Maya city names designated by the Maya that still exists today is Lamanai. This site itself is located in northern Belize on the west bank of the New River Lagoon. The ancient name of Lamanai was recorded by the Spanish in the 16th century and brought to ...]]> http://historys.zersal.com/2008/11/20/the-ancient-maya-site-of-lamanai-belize-a-brief-history/ History of the Light Bulb The history of the invention and evolution of the light bulb bears testimony of the endeavors of many scientists, physicists, and even chemists. The history of light bulbs is as old as two centuries. Sir Humphrey Davy worked out a formulation for the electric arc that resulted in Davy's miner la...]]> http://historys.zersal.com/2008/11/19/history-of-the-light-bulb/ Importance of Stories Long before the advent of a written history, the elders of ancient civilisations used stories to teach the new generation. The lessons might have related to the values of the society, their particular version of how they came to be, their purpose on the earth, or methods of obtaining food or a sp...]]> http://historys.zersal.com/2008/11/18/importance-of-stories/ Could History Be Repeating Itself Recently I have been hearing the news about the wars going on, in and around Jerusalem. There is talk of mass destruction and people are wondering if we will be totally enialated. God makes it no secret that after the second coming of Christ, the world will be destroyed by fire instead of water a...]]> http://historys.zersal.com/2008/11/17/could-history-be-repeating-itself/ US Flags The national flag of the United States of America is a symbol of strength, unity, and freedom. The flag is often referred to as the "stars and stripes" or "old glory." The national flag has been an inspiration for millions of people over a period of about 230 years.

Today, the flag cons...]]> http://historys.zersal.com/2008/11/16/us-flags/ Vampires of History and Legend Vampires stalk our collective imaginations. The stars of books, movies, and even role playing games, they are at once both dangerous and alluring. No Halloween celebration would be complete without wax teeth, fake blood and a black cape.

But were there ever any real Vampires? Probably not, ...]]> http://historys.zersal.com/2008/11/15/vampires-of-history-and-legend/ The History of the Circus For thousands of years in many cultures circus has entertained people. It has endured since Roman times where circuses featured gladiators fighting to their death, chariot races, animal duels, and horse trick riding. Through the dark ages it endured in the form of troubadours and street performer...]]> http://historys.zersal.com/2008/11/14/the-history-of-the-circus/ Ball Valve History & Mystery Here is a light hearted history and trivia on the ball valve. Read it and you will never take your natural gas or electricity for granted again, ok so maybe you will

Ball Valve mystery? The humble ball valve has a checkered history and somewhat murky origins. It may not be cloak and dagge...]]> http://historys.zersal.com/2008/11/13/ball-valve-history-mystery/ History of Italy The name Italy (Italia) is an ancient name for the country and people of Southern Italy. The word "Italy," in Greek, stands for the "Land of Cattle Calves or Veal."

Etruscan was the first major civilization in Italy. Today, the Etruscan civilization is the name given to the culture and ...]]> http://historys.zersal.com/2008/11/12/history-of-italy/ Writing Is Not Life-threatening Some writers complain that writing is arduous work requiring long hours and little pay, which is often true especially for freelance fiction writers. Today, everyone wants to be a writer and with word processors and computers it is easy to put thoughts down, but it is not always effortless to be ...]]> http://historys.zersal.com/2008/11/11/writing-is-not-life-threatening/ Artificial Intelligence History and the Bill Bryson Archives An artificially intelligent robotic android will need a little knowledge in order to become a viable part of a human grouping, whether that grouping is a family unit, team or even a catering company or a car wash if it will be working along side other humans. This is because humans need a baselin...]]> http://historys.zersal.com/2008/11/10/artificial-intelligence-history-and-the-bill-bryson-archives/ History Of Blueberry Plants Very few historical records exist on ancient blueberry culture in the Greek and Roman empires. Those cultures did use parts of the blueberry plants and fruit to eat or to treat ailments. The size and flavor of native blueberry plants was extremely variable, and the USDA, modern, extensive researc...]]> http://historys.zersal.com/2008/11/09/history-of-blueberry-plants/ Investor Profile Warren Buffet’s Early Years Warren Buffett was the only son of the Howard Buffett and Lelia Stahl. Leila worked as both a clerk and secretary and after her marriage has a homemaker and mother. Howard worked as an investment broker and spent four terms in Congress as a U.S. representative. He was elected to "Congress in 194...]]> http://historys.zersal.com/2008/11/08/investor-profile-warren-buffets-early-years/