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Did Princess Martha become queen of Norway?

December 14, 2021 by Shelia Campbell

Crown Princess Märtha passed away 5 April 1954. She never became Queen, but the Bishop of Oslo described her position thus: ”For a long time she has been the queen of our hearts, and this position she will never loose”. What happened to Crown Princess Martha of Norway? Martha died of cancer in 1954 at […]

Filed Under: Europe

How many days of sun does Minnesota have?

December 14, 2021 by Shelia Campbell

198 days. Climate Averages Minneapolis, Minnesota United States Rainfall 31.9 in. 38.1 in. Snowfall 52.4 in. 27.8 in. Precipitation 111.6 days 106.2 days Sunny 198 days 205 days Which US state gets the most sunshine? The sunniest U.S. states are: Arizona – 5,755 kJ/m^2. New Mexico – 5,642 kJ/m^2. Nevada – 5,296kJ/m^2. Texas – 5,137 […]

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Does Brazil manufacture guns?

December 14, 2021 by Shelia Campbell

Brazil has a substantial domestic arms industry, and was the 24th biggest exporter of major conventional weapons between 2008-2017. It hosts a major biennial arms fair, LAAD Defence and Security, which is strongly supported by the Brazilian government and armed forces. What guns are made in Brazil? The Warfighter | History 2016. Taurus Judge (4510TKR-3SS) […]

Filed Under: Central and South America

What is another name for Naples?

December 14, 2021 by Shelia Campbell

Naples Naples Napoli (Italian) Napule (Neapolitan) Country Italy Region Campania Metropolitan city Naples (NA) Government Is it called Naples or Napoli? Napoli is the Italian language name for the city, gulf, and province of Naples. Is Naples part of Sicily? Naples, which was the capital of the Duchy of Naples since the 7th century, surrendered […]

Filed Under: Europe Tagged With: Italy, Naples

Who was involved in the Ecuador revolution?

December 14, 2021 by Shelia Campbell

Ecuadorian War of Independence Patriots: Guayaquil Gran Colombia Chile Peru United Provinces of the Río de la Plata Royalists: Spanish Monarchy Viceroyalty of Peru Real Audiencia of Quito Commanders and leaders José Joaquín de Olmedo Antonio José de Sucre Melchor Aymerich Who started the Ecuadorian revolution? The criollos resented the privileges afforded to the peninsulares […]

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Why do you love San Antonio?

December 14, 2021 by Shelia Campbell

One of the things you hear over and over about why people love living in San Antonio is that it’s a big city that feels like a small town. One of the big reasons it has that neighborly feel is because people make time to support the community. The ways to do so are as […]

Filed Under: United States Tagged With: San Antonio, Texas

How do you pronounce the state of Ohio?

December 14, 2021 by Shelia Campbell

How do you spell Ohio the state? Proper noun Ohio (a state of the United States) Ohio (a river in the United States) Is there an Ohio accent? In broad terms, Ohio has three distinct accents — Midland, Inland North, and Southern — but experts allow plenty of room for variations that are unique even […]

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How does South Dakota benefit from being a tax haven?

December 14, 2021 by Shelia Campbell

South Dakota has become a domestic tax haven in the United States because of its own low state taxes, privacy legislation and trust laws. Why South Dakota is a tax haven for the rich? One eliminated the cap on interest rates for lending. Another allowed trusts to last forever — so-called dynasty trusts. The latter, […]

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How does the location of Central America and the Caribbean in the tropics and the prevailing winds impact the climate?

December 14, 2021 by Shelia Campbell

Central America and the Caribbean span the deep tropics and subtropics. Because of the tropical maritime location temperature changes throughout the region are generally small, and rainfall is by far the most important meteorological element.The region is consequently at its wettest in the northern summer half-year. How does the location of the Caribbean islands affect […]

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What is the most southern city in New Mexico?

December 14, 2021 by Shelia Campbell

Hidalgo County (Spanish: Condado de Hidalgo) is the southernmost county of the U.S. state of New Mexico. As of the 2010 census, the population was 4,894. The county seat and largest city is Lordsburg. Hidalgo County, New Mexico. Hidalgo County Founded January 1, 1920 Named for Villa de Guadalupe Hidalgo Seat Lordsburg Largest city Lordsburg […]

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Was Tennessee part of the Union during civil war?

December 14, 2021 by Shelia Campbell

Though the state ultimately voted to leave the union (and it was the last state to do so), East Tennessee remained a stronghold of Unionist sentiment throughout the war and many of the 31,000 Tennesseans who served in the United States Army came from East Tennessee. Which side was Tennessee on in the Civil War? […]

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Is it cheaper to visit Mexico or Costa Rica?

December 14, 2021 by Shelia Campbell

Mexico is always affordable, and probably going to be the same for a long time. Go to Costa Rica while its a travelling gem, and its in the right price range. Is Costa Rica cheaper than Mexico? Mexico is 35.9% cheaper than Costa Rica. Is Mexico safer than Costa Rica? Is Costa Rica safer than […]

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Is it safe to tube down the Delaware River?

December 14, 2021 by Shelia Campbell

Yes, you can go tubing down the Delaware River. Is tubing on the Delaware River safe? It’s smart to wear a life jacket-while boating, tubing, fishing, wading, or swimming. The National Park Service recommends that you always wear it when you’re on or in the water. By law, all children 12 and under must wear […]

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Are the Cayman Islands US owned?

December 14, 2021 by Shelia Campbell

The 20th Century: The Cayman Islands, initially administered as a dependency of Jamaica, became an independent colony in 1959; they now are a self-governing British Overseas Territory. Is Grand Cayman a US property? The Cayman Islands is a British Overseas Territory.The Cayman Islands is one of the closest Caribbean destinations to the United States. Who […]

Filed Under: Caribbean

Did France colonize Chile?

December 14, 2021 by Shelia Campbell

Most of French immigrants settled in the country between 1875 and 1895. Between October 1882 and December 1897, 8,413 Frenchmen settled in Chile, making up 23% of immigrants (second only after Spaniards) from this period. Was Chile colonized by France? Chile remained a colony of Spain for close to 300 years until Napoleon Bonaparte’s conquest […]

Filed Under: Central and South America

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