Features Hydro-Statics 101

When in equilibrium, liquid applies force to its container or any other material it comes in contact with. These fall into two types, hydrostatic load or outside force. The force applied by the liquid against a level wall is equivalent at every single point where it makes contact with the wall. Liquid in equilibrium will apply vertical pressure at

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Cruise Trips to the Baltic States and Scandinavia

A cruise to Scandinavia is not complete without stops in the Baltic states too, a region with unique cultural traditions and lovely Old Towns that date back to the medieval vendors of the Hanseatic League. Several of the cities considered “most livable” in the world can be found in Finland, Sweden, and Norway. Everyone

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An Intro to Herbs in Your Garden

Natural herb gardening is a topic that many gardeners are drawn to. These plants are easy to grow and have the appeal of instant gratification, as they can be used in soups, marinades, and other recipes. Though you may think you have to get out and prune regularly with an herb garden this is not accurate, but even better you can keep it going all 1

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Anglo Saxon Landscapes at the Time of the Norman Conquest

Anglo-Saxons experienced extraordinary adjustments to their daily lives in the latter half of the eleventh century due to the accession of the Normans. Architecture and horticulture were abilities that the Normans excelled in, trumping that of the Anglo-Saxons at the time of the occupation. Nonetheless the Normans had to pacify the entire territory

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Cruise the Mediterranean Sea

It is said that coastal Europe was the birthplace of contemporary civilization, including democracy, science, art, and wine. The “Old World” is without a doubt a place rich in history. Step back in time with a visit to Rome and its famous Pantheon and Colosseum as well as Vatican City and St. Peter’s B

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