Memories of Shelley Drowned Off Viareggio in 1822 Voyage
The poet Percy Bysshe Shelley and Lieutenant Willems perished when their schooner sank near Viareggio on a voyage from Leghorn to Spezia. Bodies washed ashore were cremated in the presence of Trelawney Leigh Hunt and Byron. A monument to Shelley stands in Plagza Shelley, Urbano Lucchest.
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Shelley
Willems
Viareggio
Italy
Leghora
Spezia
Trelawney
Leigh Hunt
Byron
Futunn
Urbano Lucchest
Willams
Juan
Gulf of Spezti
Casa Magni
Legehorn
Williama
Circe
Edward Trelawney
Williams
Vinreggio
Rowe
Market Cross History In Scotland Citizens Center Of Life
The article traces Scottish market crosses to William the Lion and the 12th century, noting the cross as civic symbol and market hub. It laments the loss of actual crosses since the Reformation of 1560, with remaining examples often rebuilt or topped with later crosses. Montreal Family Herald.
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Scotland
William
Montreal
Origin of the Metric System in France
The metric system emerged in France with the meter defined as one ten-millionth of a quadrant of the earth’s circumference. Early proposals traced to Jean Picard in the 17th century, with a 1700 assembly backing a standard length. Measurements through 1708 refined the meter and a bar preserved in Paris.
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France
Jean Picard
National Assembly of
Bureau Des Archives
Paris
Banking Conducting Continual Research
John G. Lonsdale, president of the American Bankers Association, touts ongoing nationwide banking research. The ABA analyzes all banking facets and shares findings with about 20,000 members to guide policy and practice, praising cooperative efforts and educational programs serving 45,000 aspiring bankers.
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American Bankers Association
John G. Lonsdale
Ita
American Institute of Bank
Ing
Federal Reserve System
United States
Forests Dominate Latvia Across Baltic Shores
In Latvia a third of the land is forested, concealing seaports and villages from travelers. The old world country features pine fir and beech forests, with Livonian Courland’s woods stretching to the sea dunes in a timeless landscape.
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Republic of Latvia
Baltic Riviera
Seaporta
Livonian
Courlain District
Seavoust
Orchestra's Real Meaning Explains Musical Ensembles
The article defines an orchestra as a band of performers with varied instruments used for symphonies operas oratorios masses and theater music. It notes distinctions from military street bands and intimate chamber groups served by Bolo players.
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