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Why Did Kazakhstan Move Its Capital?

The Question: In Kazakhstan, the capital has been Astana since 1997. Before it was Almaty. Why did they switch capitals? The Answer: On June 10, 1998, Kazakhs celebrated the unveiling of their…

Do You Know the Obscure Capitals of the World?

Are you a geography buff? Do you think you know all the capitals of the world? Think again! This quiz will test your knowledge on some of the most obscure capitals that you may have never even heard…

Eastman, George

(Encyclopedia) Eastman, George, 1854–1932, American inventor, industrialist, and philanthropist, b. Waterville, N.Y. By mass production of his photographic inventions, Eastman enormously stimulated…