Milkmaids once were common in England and elsewhere (they seem to have been rare in the young USA). They were […]
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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..How Many People Have Tigers Eaten?
Tigers are in grave danger of going extinct in the wild. It’s difficult to comprehend how deadly these big cats […]
A Spider that Fishes for Moths
Bolas spiders belong to the genus Mastophora. They are native to the Americas, Africa and Australasia. What makes these spiders […]