By: Darren Pace | 2011-05-02 | Hobbies The evolution of an invention is proof that man strives for perfection. When firearms were invented the target was ten to twenty feet away and accuracy was iffy. Long guns began the wonderful journey into firearms that were capable of hitting the target fifty to seventy five yards away. read more
By: gaga | 2010-12-15 | Business Development The Invincible class has its origins in a sketch design for a 6,000 ton, guided-missile armed, helicopter carrying escort cruiser intended as a complement to the much larger CVA-01-class fleet aircraft carrier. The cancellation of CVA-01 in 1966 meant that the smaller cruiser would now have to provide the anti-submarine warfare (ASW) taskforce with command and control facilities. Two new designs were prepared for this requirement; a 12,500 ton cruiser with missiles forward read more
By: gaga | 2011-01-09 | Business Glossary A cartridge, is a single unit of ammunition; for a modern small arms cartridge this is the combination of bullet, propellant, primer and cartridge case in a single unit. A "round" is term synonymous with a fully loaded cartridge containing a projectile, propellant, primer and casing. Large caliber cannon often fire explosive-filled projectiles known as shells, non-explosive projectiles may be used for practice (see artillery). A cannon is a gun with a minimum 6-inch (152 read more
By: Neal Holland | 2010-10-20 | Business The thirteenth mp3 publications awards ceremony identified as 'The Audies', took spot in the Millennium Biltmore Hotel in Los Angeles on May possibly 30th 2008. Often recognized as 'The Oscars' of the audiobook medium, the Audies are selected by distinguished members of the Sound Publishers Association, and awards are bestowed in around 30 classes. The champ of the Mystery group was Tin Roof Blowdown by James Lee Burke. This audio e-book is narrated by Will Patton and the abr... read more
By: Chris Steph | 2010-03-30 | Automotive Tire pressure monitoring (TPM) is one of the more recent technology developments that help fleets manage their tire programs more efficiently. If you are a relative newcomer to this technology you may find yourself scratching your head as you try to sort through the various offerings on the market today. read more
By: Robert Waldvogel | 2010-09-11 | Communications This article discusses the design, development, and history of the Sikorsky XPBS-1 and VS-44 Flying Boat. read more
By: tianli | 2011-04-16 | Non Profit Organizations Army In land forces the Paraguayan Army is composed of a Presidential Escort Regiment, two battalions (infantry and military police), an armored battalion, and a battery of field artillery read more
By: Robert Waldvogel | 2011-07-06 | Destinations This article introduces the railroad history of Portage, Pennslyvania, and then advises the reader of how he can re-experience it through its sights. read more
By: Mary Ruthrina | 2012-01-15 | Vacations There are quite a few interesting places to visit in Somerset. One of the first things you should do is, book one of the comfortable Somerset holiday cottages for you and your family. If you plan to cook your own food during your holidays then staying at Somerset holiday cottages will be perfect. read more
By: Rooney Shelton | 2013-01-12 | Society A shooting incident occurred in a science building at Taft Union High School in inland Kern County, California on Thursday morning (January 10, 2013). read more
By: Dennis Siluk Ed.D. | 2010-04-03 | Arts & Entertainment In these following chapters of Shannon O'Day, in the French Army, in 1916, he meets Liticia, a girl who is slightly, if not more than slightly, mad, and running loose around village Douaumont...and things happen! After the first days of the battle the mother of two children (Leticia Dalasi) was found wandering almost at haphazard among the rubble of the destroyed hamlet, of Douaumont, walking aimlessly, day and night looking for her children; this is indeed the history of her days, after the great bombardment, the battle for Verdun. read more
By: gaga | 2010-12-30 | Business Rides New Rides "Galaxy Twister" and "Sonic Storm" have been removed to make way for two new rides. The ride replacing Galaxy Twister is called Sonic Twister which has been completed and is being tested. It is scheduled to open February 22nd, 2010 and will cost 6 tickets to ride[citation needed]. No word yet on which ride is replacing Sonic Storm or its completion date. Beginner Rides Balloon Race; a statue of Cosmo (in the foreground) read more