Celtic knots are decorative designs or geometric patterns that arose from Medieval Europe, especially in the island regions of Ireland and Britain. In Irish, they are called snaidhm Cheilteach, and cwlwm Celtaidd in Welsh… Read more
What is a Celtic cross? It is a form of the cross used in some Christian religions that features a nimbus or halo around the middle. The Celtic cross became widespread in Ireland and Britain beginning in the ninth century… Read more
According to the Encyclopaedia Britannica, the cross is “the principal symbol of the Christian religion.” Many Christian churches hold that the cross was the instrument used to bring about the death of Jesus, and therefore venerate it. Other scholars hold that the instrument of the Messiah’s death was, instead, an upright stake… Read more
Since the 1800s, the World’s Fair has been held every few years in countries around the world. Each of these fairs lasts for about six months and exhibits the latest industrial, cultural, and scientific… Read more
Space shuttles are rocket-powered vehicles that are able to be used over and over again… Read more
Rockets have long been staples of both science fiction and real science. Types of rockets include fireworks, missiles, and vehicles used in spaceflight… Read more
Handcuffs of various types have been used to restrain prisoners since ancient times. The earliest was the “figure eight” handcuff, which was often made of twisted ropes tied around the wrists… Read more
A sled or sleigh is one of the oldest vehicles known to man. Traditionally used in snowy conditions, sleighs were often pulled by dogs or horses… Read more
Christmas lights are often used to decorate Christmas trees as well as the exteriors of houses, shrubbery, and outdoor trees. Where did the tradition of illuminating homes and trees with… Read more
What is a Christmas stocking? Historically, a stocking was a long sock worn by both men and women. Christmas stockings, on the other hand, are large, oversize sock-shaped bags… Read more
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