French and American Cities Share Historic Ties
An American city was represented at Orleans France during ceremonies marking 500 years since Joan of Arc lifted the siege. The Louisiana city founded as La Nouvelle Orleans by French colonists in 1718 has long sister-city ties with Orleans. In 200th anniversary rites New Orleans sent a bronze medal and an embroidered silk flag, now displayed at the Hotel de Ville.
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Weather myth cited by Buchan church preacher
A Buchan Czech preacher claimed maidens in short dresses caused Europe’s cold spell. He said a spirit appeared and explained the weather, and his congregation accepted the interpretation.
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Buchan Church
Largest rock carving found in Sweden showing moose and bear
Archaeologists report the largest Scandinavian rock carving ever found in Sweden. The panel depicts three moose and a bear in a single ceremonial scene, suggesting regional wildlife and ancient symbolic art. The discovery may shed light on prehistoric Nordic culture and art.
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Scandinavia
Sweden
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