A Short History of the Cowboy Hat
The cowboy hat is a high-crowned, wide-brimmed hat best known as the defining piece of attire for the North American cowboy.
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Brazil
The Portuguese Empire
The Portuguese Empire was one of the longest-lived empires in world history, spanning from the late 15th century until the mid-20th century.
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Brazil: Jewel of the Portuguese Empire
Brazil was a Portuguese colony from the early 16th century until it gained independence in the early in the 19th century.
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World’s Busiest Sea Ports
Most of the world’s busiest sea ports are in Asia. Of the world’s top ten, six are in China.
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St Patrick’s Day
St. Patrick’s Day is the feast day of St. Patrick, patron saint of Ireland, celebrated each year on March the 17th on the day of his death more than 1500 years ago.
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