Monthly Archives: March 2014

Vernal Equinox

Posted on March 19, 2014 by vanbraman

March 20 is the vernal equinox or the First Day of Spring. Latin – ver = spring The day is also known as the spring equinox, March equinox or northward equinox. However, you need to pay attention to what hemisphere … Continue reading →

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John Brown in Iowa

Posted on March 18, 2014 by vanbraman

I have been reading a historical novel that includes John Brown as a character. I have been learning some new things about John Brown, including that he had a significant presence in Iowa. I have always associated him with Bleeding … Continue reading →

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