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Hastert, Dennis
(Encyclopedia) Hastert, Dennis (John Dennis “Denny” Hastert)Hastert, Dennishăsˈtərt [key], 1942–, U.S. congressman, Speaker of the U.S. House of Representatives (1999–2007), b. Aurora, Ill. He…tropical medicine
(Encyclopedia) tropical medicine, study, diagnosis, treatment, and prevention of certain diseases prevalent in the tropics. The warmth and humidity of the tropics and the often unsanitary conditions…Trent Affair
(Encyclopedia) Trent Affair, incident in the diplomatic relations between the United States and Great Britain, which occurred during the American Civil War. On Nov. 8, 1861, the British mail packet…Virgil Garnett Trice, Jr. Biography
Virgil Garnett Trice, Jr.chemical engineerBorn: 2/3/1926Birthplace: Indianapolis, Ind. Virgil Trice earned both B.S. and M.S. degrees from Purdue University in 1945. He also received an M.S…Rudolf Diesel Biography
Rudolf DieselBorn: 1858Birthplace: Paris, France Internal combustion engine—Diesel is best known for his invention of the pressure-ignited heat engine that bears his name. The Diesel engine was able…Timeline: Ford Mustang
50th Anniversary 2014 Ford Mustang Photo Credit: Raynardo Here are some key moments in the history and evolution of the Ford Mustang. 1964 1970 1980 1990 2000…Jobs Involving Computers
Database AdministratorComputer Support SpecialistComputer Hardware EngineerComputer Software EngineerWebmasterSystems AnalystJobs Involving Helping PeopleCareer GuideJobs Involving Law…Charles Franklin Kettering
Charles Franklin Kettering Born: 1876Birthplace: Ohio Engine starting devices and ignition system—Kettering invented the first electrical ignition system and the self-starter for automobiles…Golden Gate Bridge Opens
May 27, 1937 by Marcus McGraw Source: Wide World Photos Related Links Bridges San Francisco San Francisco Landmarks Slideshow Earthquakes Live views of the…Early 20th-Century Developments in Human Flight
Kitty Hawk to World War II The Wright brothers near Kitty Hawk, NC. Although there is some debate about who was the first to fly an airplane, credit for this feat is usually given to Wilbur (…Trending
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