Around 18,000 New Zealanders died in or because of the war, and about 41,000 men were listed as wounded. More than 2700 died at Gallipoli and almost 12,500 on the Western Front. The names of those who died are recorded on approximately 500 civic war memorials throughout New Zealand. What percentage of the New Zealand […]
What was the goal of the US in entering Vietnam and did the US succeed?
The U.S. involvement in South Vietnam stemmed from a combination of factors: Joseph Stalin and Mao Zedong’s pledge in 1950 to support Ho Chi Minh and the Viet Minh’s guerrilla forces against France’s colionial occupation, the U.S. war with Japan in the Pacific, and domestic pressure to act against communism after the What was the […]
What’s Naples famous for?
What is Naples famous for? The Home Place of Pizza. Italy is the proud inventor of the world-famous pizza, but did you know that the very first slice ever created was in Naples. Historic Hotspot. Churches Overload. The City’s Hidden City. Markets Galore. The Presepi. Superb Opera. Catacombs of San Gennaro. What makes Naples famous? […]
What is the state rock of Texas?
Petrified Palmwood. Texas State Gem – Blue Topaz, Texas State Stone – Petrified Palmwood. The Texas Blue Topaz was adopted as the Texas state gem and Petrified Palmwood as the Texas state stone on March 26, 1969. What is the state rock? Limestone, a sedimentary rock found throughout Tennessee, was designated the official state rock […]
What animal does Hawaii not have?
To put it in perspective, Hawaii has no poisonous land snakes, bears, crocodiles, hippos, leopards, komodo dragons, hyenas, lions, tigers, poisonous dart frogs, rhinos, etc. What things does Hawaii not have? 14 Things Hawaii Doesn’t Have And We Like It That Way Daylight Savings Time. Jasperdo/Flickr. Private beaches. Kanaka Rastamon/Flickr. Professional sports teams. Nick Olino/Flickr. […]
Is Chiang Mai close to Bangkok?
Located 700 kilometers north of Bangkok, getting from Bangkok to Chiang Mai takes some planning. If you’re hoping for just a quick weekend visit, it makes sense to fly between the two cities, as land travel options will take more than half a day. Is Chiang Mai part of Bangkok? listen)), sometimes written as Chiengmai […]
Can you take a train from Alaska to Russia?
The TKM–World Link Can you travel from Alaska to Russia? Is it possible to cross from Alaska to Russia legally? Yes, but not via the Bering Strait. It is possible to depart from Alaska outside of a port of call (a community that has customs and immigration processing facilities), but you must arrive in an […]
What is the main religion that the Balinese follow?
Basic Beliefs The majority of Balinese practice a form of Hinduism that is entwined with Buddhist and animistic beliefs. Although the main Hindu gods are worshipped, equal attention is paid to local, agricultural, and ancestral deities. What is the main religion in Balinese? The main religion in Balinese culture is Hinduism, but it is quite […]
Why did the US bomb Cambodia during the Vietnam War?
Nixon believed North Vietnam was transporting troops and supplies through neighboring Cambodia into South Vietnam. He hoped that bombing supply routes in Cambodia would weaken the United States’ enemies.Nixon claimed that the soldiers were protecting the United States’ withdrawal from South Vietnam. Why did the US bomb Cambodia in 1970? The bombing of Cambodia was […]
Is October a good time to go to Sicily?
The best time to visit Sicily is from May to June or September to October. These late spring and early fall months offer hospitable temperatures in the 70s and low 80s, which are ideal for temple gazing, beach lazing or hiking. These are both considered shoulder seasons, and you may be able to score some […]
What is exempt from sales tax in Florida?
Florida offers generous exemptions to manufacturers. New machinery and equipment are not subject to Florida sales tax. Repair parts and labor to that machinery and equipment are also exempt. Utilities including electricity and natural gas consumed in production are exempt from Florida sales tax. What qualifies as tax exempt purchases? To qualify to be exempt […]
How are fries served in France?
The fries are often accompanied by ketchup, mayonnaise, Dijon mustard, and sometimes a vaguely béarnaise-like sauce called “sauce pommes frites” (found also under the same name and with a similar form in French-speaking Belgium, and in Dutch-speaking Belgium and the Netherlands as fritessaus), which is available at How do the French eat French fries? When […]
Did Arkansas succeed from the Union?
On this day in 1861, Arkansas lawmakers voted 65-5 to become the ninth of 11 Southern states to join the Confederate States of America. Tennessee and North Carolina were the final states to leave the Union. Was Arkansas Confederate or Union? During the American Civil War, Arkansas was a Confederate state, though it had initially […]
What is the best about Malaysia?
With a total landmass of over 300,000 square kilometers, Malaysia is known for its capital city of Kuala Lumpur, a powerhouse financial and business hub in South East Asia, as well as its beautiful beaches, secluded islands, elevated hill stations, and UNESCO World Heritage Sites. What is so special about Malaysia? There is a tremendous […]
What’s good about Tokyo?
Here are our top 50 reasons Tokyo is the world’s best city: The world’s most sophisticated railways. The Emperor will see you now. Tongue-gasmic food porn. Street crossings are like a battle scene from ‘Braveheart’ Youth fashion stores by the hundreds. Sky-high one-upmanship. You can eat dirt. What is Tokyo best known for? Tokyo, the […]