An introduction to Western clothing, from
the Greeks to the Victorians. Scroll down the page to the Page catalog
for links to the pages that show fashions from various eras.
HyperHistory presents 3000 years of world
history with a combination of colorful graphics, lifelines, timelines,
and maps. See who lived at the same time, or what was going on in another
part of the world.
Part of the Discoverers Web. List of
links to information on many explorers, including hard-to-find names like
Anza, Cabrillo, Cabeza de Vaca, and Vizcaino.
A Thinkquest student webiste devoted to explorers
and the places they have traveled. Sail over to the quiz and test your
knowledge on the explorers you have learned about. You can also search
for more information about explorers that interest you.
Another student Thinkquest site. "Our aim
is to take the users on a journey through past centuries looking at these
adventurers, the dangers they faced, where they went and their motivation
for exploration."
In the early fifteenth century the sea-faring
countries of Europe were poised to expand their influence in the rest of
the world. Read about explorers from Portugal and Spain here. Includes
maps.
A guide to the religion of Islam. Articles
on Muslim beliefs, the prophet Muhammad, the Quran, women in Islam, and
many other topics. Look for Y.E.S. (Young Enlightened Submitters)
to find children's activities.
Follow the links in the alphabetical index
to see photos of many of the beautiful castles of Japan. Himeji Castle
and Matsumoto Castle are especially impressive.
Visit Mrs. Leek's own site about the famous
Tale of the Forty-Seven Ronin, read the exciting story, and find lots more
links on Japanese history and culture.
A comprehensive site covering the history
and culture of Japanese samurai. Includes information on famous warriors,
military rulers, women, battles, armor, weapons, and family crests.
"Kyuba no Micho," the way of the horse and
the bow, was the way of life followed by the samurai. This site contains
information on history, weapons, code of conduct, and famous stories.
Take an online tour of the Shogun's capital
city and explore the sights. During the reign of the Tokugawa Shoguns,
Edo (present-day Tokyo) was the center of power, government, the economy
and social life.
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