Evolution of Technology and Policies in Food Production and Storage
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- Written by Brad Smith
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- Category: Industrial Revolution
The major goals of the modern food industry are centered around enhancing the edibility of foods, providing enough nutrients, and extending the durability of foods by using extensive preservation techniques with the sole aim of generating profits for both their shareholders and the company itself.
Waste Not, Want Not: Sanitary Conditions in the 1700s
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- Written by Magnolia Potter
- Parent Category: 18th Century History Articles
- Category: Medical History
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As the world finds itself engaged in a life-or-death battle against the coronavirus pandemic, the questions of hygiene and sanitary practices have come to the fore. In the new millennium, we pride ourselves on our superior knowledge, our unparalleled health systems, and the sophistication of our modern infrastructures.
Medical breakthroughs in the 18th century that changed the world
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- Written by Cynthia Madison
- Parent Category: 18th Century History Articles
- Category: Medical History
The Enlightenment – or the Age of Reason, if you prefer – was a ground-breaking movement of the 18th century that placed emphasis on reason and science. It should come as a surprise that medicine flourished during this precise moment in history. The Enlightenment established a more optimistic look with regard to the role of advantages of medicine. In the pursuit of progress, individuals were strongly convinced that health can be maintained and protected. During the 18th century, medicine made fantastic progress. If you’re curious to find out more, please continue reading.
The Evolution of Beauty Standards, 1700s to Today
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- Written by Frankie Wallace
- Parent Category: 18th Century History Articles
- Category: Society and Culture
Beauty standards have primarily focused on women throughout history. A woman’s appearance has been cataloged and analyzed through the centuries, with certain women placed on pedestals as the ideal versions of what beauty at the time was. Cleopatra and Nefertiti are legends of ancient beauty history. La Bella Simonetta, the muse for Boticelli’s “The Birth of Venus,” is the icon of Renaissance times.
On This Day in History For the Month of April
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- Written by Rick Brainard
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Take a look at the important historical events that changed the world during the month of April.
Famous Birthdays in April
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- Written by Rick Brainard
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Here are the famous people who were born in April. Look down the list and see if the person born on the day of the month matches yours if you were born in April.