Category Archives: History

State Shapes

Posted on December 30, 2014 by vanbraman

Tonight I have been watching a How the States Got Their Shapes marathon on H2. Most of you know that I am fascinated by maps, and especially the history or data behind maps. The History Channel series is based off … Continue reading →

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Away in a Manger

Posted on December 24, 2014 by vanbraman

Away in a manger, no crib for a bed, The little Lord Jesus laid down his sweet head. From the Gospel of Luke we know that Jesus was laid in a manger in Bethlehem. But do you know what a … Continue reading →

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