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interesting facts about Yosemite National Park
24 May

11 Facts about Yosemite National Park

Yosemite National Park is one of the best known National Park sites in the US. In fact, historians suggest that it may have helped to inspire the set up of further parks across the nation. Welcoming millions of visitors across the year, Yosemite is an iconic name in Californian tourism. But how much do you …
interesting facts about Times Square
20 May

11 Tremendous Facts about Times Square

Times Square is likely to be one of the most iconic locations in the whole of New York City, if not the entire state! Known to many as the ‘crossroads of the world’, it’s a popular location for businesses as well as for revellers, particularly given the fact that there are big New Year’s Eve …
facts about New Jersey
10 May

11 Juicy Facts About New Jersey

New Jersey is a coastal US state heading up towards the North East, home to many famous landmarks and buildings that the wider country is otherwise famous for across the world. It backs onto New York, which is why for some outsiders there may often be confusion over the two states! However, there’s lots to …
An alley in Puerto Rico
29 Apr

18 Pukka Facts About Puerto Rico

Want to learn a little more about the countries of the world? Take a look at these fun facts about Puerto Rico! 1. Where is Puerto Rico? Puerto Rico is situated between the Caribbean Sea and the North Atlantic Ocean and lies east of the Dominican Republic and to the west of both the United …
Facts about Atlanta International Airport
22 Apr

13 Ace Facts About Atlanta International Airport

Ever flown out of Georgia state before? There’s a good chance you’ve seen the inside of Atlanta International Airport, or the AIA, before. It’s responsible for helping to fly millions of people to and from the states every single year – and there’s a fascinating history behind it. Here are some fun facts about Atlanta …
NATO soldiers
21 Apr

10 Notable Facts About NATO

NATO, otherwise known as the North Atlantic Treaty Organization, is a strategic alliance that has a membership of 30 nations strong – and its main aim is to protect the interests and defensive strategies of all its members. NATO’s played parts in various conflicts over the years, including the fallout from the September 11th attacks, …
facts about Colorado
19 Apr

11 Compelling Facts About Colourado

One of the most diverse states in terms of geography and topography, the US region of Colourado is famous for its national parks and modern cities – as well as its glorious, snow-capped mountains! This Western state is also one with some of the most fascinating history to its name. Here are just a few …
facts about hoover dam
5 Apr

11 Decent Facts About The Hoover Dam

The Hoover Dam is more than just a water blockade named after a US President – millions depend on it for fresh water and energy supply! This magnificent feat of engineering really is astonishing up close – and it’s one of the best-known man-made marvels of the 20th century. Here are a few fun facts …
Pearl Harbor Bombing
16 Mar

13 Engaging Facts About Pearl Harbor

We’ve all heard that the attack of Pearl Harbor was the world changing event which brought America into the Second World War, but is there anything else you need to know about it? It’s about time you found out with these fascinating facts about Pearl Harbor. 1. It was one of the final disasters of …
Downtown Detroit
4 Mar

11 Dynamic Facts About Detroit

Detroit, Michigan is world-famous for its music, politics, history, automotive industry, and for being a vibrant, ever-evolving city. \ 1. Detroit’s all about the music. Detroit, Michigan is the home of the popular Motown record label, responsible for helping to kick-start the careers of recording legends such as The Temptations, Marvin Gaye and The Supremes. …
interesting facts about Mount Rushmore
1 Feb

14 Must See Facts about Mount Rushmore

To many people outside the US, Mount Rushmore might just be known as the monument with all the faces – but, as you can imagine, there is much more to this grandiose structure and natural feature than that! There are likely to be plenty of facts and figures many of us don’t know – which …
Facts about Oregon
29 Jan

15 Fun Facts About Oregon

Founded in 1859 and located in the Pacific Northwest region, Oregon is a state of the US. Well known for its present traditions, natural marvels, and its wild west past, Oregon is a fascinating state. Here are some fun facts about Oregon, the 33rd state of America. 1. Oregon’s home to a seriously deep lake! …
interesting facts about Maine
24 Jan

11 Main Facts About Maine

Who doesn’t love Maine? It’s one of the most beautiful, quiet, and relaxing corners of the US, but there’s a whole lot else hiding just beneath the surface. Here are some fun facts about Maine… 1. Where does the name even come from? No one is quite sure how Maine got its name. The best …
Facts about American Civil War
21 Jan

12 Facts About The American Civil War

The American Civil War gave birth to the modern United States and wasn’t without its controversies. With that in mind, we’ve put together some important facts about the American Civil War you really need to know about. Here goes… 1. The Union far outweighed the Confederacy. The Union Army numbered in excess of 2,100,000 soldiers, …
soldiers fighting in world war 2
20 Jan

15 Interesting Facts about WW2

Known as the Second Great War, World War II – or WW2 for short – is regarded as one of the most devastating conflicts of the past few centuries. It’s infamous for having started on the back of Adolf Hitler and the Nazi Party’s rise to power in Germany, their persecution and murder of Jewish …
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