How Was Infrastructure Maintained During the 1700s?
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Before the 1800s, infrastructure was limited, mostly consisting of well-trodden but undesignated trails that created paths for horse-drawn carriages. Another form of infrastructure was canals that were commonly used to transport goods between cities.
America's Documents of Freedom
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"When, in the course of human events, it becomes necessary for one people to dissolve the political bonds which have connected them with another, and to assume among the powers of the earth, the separate and equal station to which the laws of nature and of nature's God entitle them, a decent respect to the opinions of mankind requires that they should declare the causes which impel them to the separation."
18th Century Medicine
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Unlike today, 18th century medical sciences were not as advanced in scientific knowledge because the body and its functions were still a mystery. In Europe, the doctors still adhered to the dogmas of vitalists, iatrochemists, and iatrophysicists. Each follower of these "brands" of medical practice argued over which of their single causes explained all human health.
How railway travel influenced people’s lives in Britain in the 19th century
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If you want to find more about the history of the British Rail, then you should find the story of how people traveled in the post-war period in the UK. Rail travel not only that influenced the history of Britain, but it transformed the relationship the island established with the rest of the European countries. The rail technology developed by the British Rail in the 19th century had a huge impact on people’s lives, some people compare it with the impact the internet has today.
Digital Technologies and Their 18th Century Equivalents
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A lot has changed since the 1700s, especially where technology is concerned. Digitalization has impacted a variety of industries, from transportation and infrastructure to healthcare and communication.
Coffee a Historic Drink
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Coffee, that great morning eye-opener and body starter, has been around for a long time. In fact, there are entire Web sites solely devoted to coffee and its history.
On This Day in History For the Month of March
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Take a look at the important historical events that took place during the month of March.
Famous Birthdays in March
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Here are the famous people who were born in March. Look down the list and see if the person born on the day of the month matches yours if you were born in March.