Like many other countries, Mexico has a rich and interesting history. It can be traced back to many great civilizations including the Aztec Empire. One of the pivotal points in Mexican history is one the Spanish colonized the region by overthrowing the Aztec empire in 1521. Mexico was under Spanish rule until independence was declared in 1810. This led to the Mexican war of Independence which lasted until 1821 when Mexico finally achieved independence on September 27. Just three years a new constitution was adopted and the United Mexican States (better known as Mexico) was born. Let’s take a look at who became the first president after these events.
Goldie Hawn is a celebrity actress who began her career as a professional dancer. Her film career began with a small role in the movie The One and Only, Genuine, Original Family Band in 1968. Just one year later she won an Academy Award for best supporting actress in the movie Cactus Flower. Not only was this a major achievement for the young actor, but it brought recognition and launched her career. She had many successful roles until her career slowed down in the 90’s. She hasn’t appeared in any feature films since 2002, but there are rumors that she may make a comeback in the future. The following is a list of movies that Goldie Hawn has acted in during her career.
Squid are part of the cephalopod family that includes the octopus and cuttlefish. There are about 300 species of squid and most are no bigger 60 cm (24 inches) long. However, there are some species of squid that can grow well over 400kg (880 lbs). These are the species of squid that get the most attention and have contributed to the many stories of giant squid between sailors and in ancient mythology. If you have ever wondered what is the largest squid ever caught, keep reading to find out.
The war in Afghanistan is part of the larger War on Terror led by the United States and the United Kingdom with support from other military organizations. The intention of the war was to remove terrorist groups such as Al Qaeda from the country as well as ending the Taliban regime to create a democratic country. The war was a direct response to the September 11 attacks on the United States.
From Earth there are about 6000 stars that can be seen with the naked eye. They have intrigued people for many centuries and led to many discoveries, such as navigation. Even today, with a better understanding of what a star consists of, they are still the subject of much fascination. If you have ever wondered which star is the brightest in the sky, keep reading to find out.
Landslides are a natural or manmade event that occurs when a slope becomes unstable and shifts in a significant manner. They can be quite dangerous when they occur near human habitation and have caused countless deaths around the world. The worst landslide in history occurred in Kansu, China in 1920. It destroyed over 100 cities, many villages and over 180,000 people lost their lives. Let’s take a look at what causes a landslide.
Wolverines are an aggressive mammal from the weasel family. They can be found throughout the very north of Asia, Europe and North America. An adult wolverine is about the same size as a medium sized dog. However, they are far more bulky and muscular than most species of dog. Let’s take a look at the diet of these unique animals.
Sherlock Holmes is a popular fictional character who is a skillful detective capable of solving difficult cases. The character has been featured in many books, television shows, movies, radio and stage productions. In fact, the Guinness World Records lists the Sherlock Holmes character as the most portrayed movie character of all time. There are over 210 movies that feature the character. If you have ever wanted to know who created this popular character, keep reading to find out.
Wesley Snipes is a celebrity actor who got his big break at 23 years of age when he was discovered by a talent agent at a local competition. This led to his first movie role in the 1986 movie “Wildcats.” This led to many other small roles in movies and on television until he landed a larger role in the movie “Major League.” This launched his career and led to a string of box-office successes. He remained an in-demand actor until 2006 when he was charged with tax fraud. In 2010 he was convicted and is serving a prison sentence for failure to file U.S. federal income tax returns with an expected release in 2013. The following is a list of movies that Wesley Snipes has acted in during his career.
A waterfall is a place where water flows over a cliff or other steep area. Although most waterfalls are small, there are a number of famous waterfalls where water falls from spectacular heights. Many of these waterfalls have become popular tourist attractions that draw visitors from all over the world. If you have ever wanted to know which waterfall is the highest in Africa, keep reading to find out.