Uncle Aleister

One Good Old Crow

What kind of job does our public school system do in teaching history?

Read what Nadene has to say: I am 60 years old and I have always enjoyed history. From time to time I put questions of history on here and from the answers I get I realize that a lot of people on here have very little knowledge of history. So does our public high schools do a lousy job of teaching history?

What was the role of teachers in the french revolution?

Read what Cameron has to say: I would like to know more about teachers and their role in the French revolution. And also how school were around the years 1789.

Who is an important individual in history that made a huge impact on the country or world?

Read what Elmer has to say: I am doing a history project for school and need to find an important individual in history that made a tremendous impact.

What’s the difference between History and Social Studies?

Read what Antone has to say: I'm on Collegeboard and it's asking me how many years of Social Studies I've taken. I've always thought that social studies was the same as History, but it also asks me how many years of History I've taken. I plan on taking two years of History (I'm a Sophomore) and I don't know what they mean. The college I want to go ...

What would the world be like today if the USA had joined Germany in WW1?

Read what Cori has to say: Alot of people dont realize but alot of people in the USA supported Germany in WW1 moslty German and Irish immigrants? Just for kicks what do you think the world would be like?

Can anyone explain this about US WW2 aircraft?

Read what Twanna has to say: Can someone explain why the early WW2 US naval aircraft (wildcat, hellcat etc) are - for want of a better expression - "short and fat" - as opposed to land based planes such as the mustang which are slimmer and more elegant? As an aside what does wafu mean??

How often in history has the popular vote exceded the electoral vote in the presidential election?

Read what Lida has to say: I have a paper to write, but I can't find if the only time in history is when Bush got put into office after the 2000 election. Help!! and please, give me your sources!!

What are the achievements of the American Revolution and French Revolution?

Read what Fawn has to say: A motto of the French Revolution was “liberty, equality and fraternity.” How might you compare the American Revolution and the French Revolution in regard to the achievement of these goals?

How much credit history do I need to get a mobile phone on contract?

Read what Fernando has to say: Hi I am trying to get a mobile phone on contract. As I had no credit history I started paying with a credit card, repaying everything every month. I have been using my credit card for a couple of months now. Do I have enough credit history now or should I keep using my credit card? For how long? Thanks

What was Alexander Hamilton’s role during the American Revolution?

Read what Annabelle has to say: I have a report on the Battle of Trenton during the American Revolution and i wanted to know what was Alexander Hamilton's role. I only wanted to know what he did to help Washington during the Battle of TRENTON, not any of the other battles.