The Dutch controlled what is now New York City and the Hudson Valley only for a generation, from 1624 to […]
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Greg's Business History
Ultimately, a real understanding of history means that we face nothing new under the sun.” – James Mattis...I created this blog to share things from history that I find interesting, amusing, informative, weird and otherwise worth knowing about. It will include nature, history, business, oddities and history that has been swept under the rug. I learn from history by writing about it; if you read it, even better. If you have any questions or comments about the content, please let me know..The Puzzle of Ball Lightning
Ball lightning refers to a very rare phenomenon generally associated with severe lightning storms. Think of lightning as a glowing […]
The Battle of Gettysburg
Gettysburg is a small city in Pennsylvania known today for its college and its natural beauty. And also for being […]