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The Smithsonian Institution (/smɪθˈsoʊniən/ smith-SOE-nee-ən), established in 1846 "for the increase and diffusion of knowledge," is a group of museums and research centers administered by the Government of the United States. Originally organized as the "United States National Museum," that name ceased to exist as an administrative entity in 1967. Termed "the nation's attic" for its eclectic holdings of 138 million items, the Institution's nineteen museums, nine research centers, and zoo include historical and architectural landmarks, mostly located in the District of Columbia. Additional facilities are located in Arizona, Maryland, Massachusetts, New York City, Virginia, and Panama. A further 170 museums are Smithsonian Affiliates. The Institution's thirty million annual visitors are admitted without charge. Funding comes from the Institution's endowment, private and corporate contributions, membership dues, government support, as well as retail, concession and licensing revenues. Institution publications include Smithsonian and Air & Space magazines.
Cher Ami (French for "dear friend", in the masculine) was a female homing pigeon who had been donated by the pigeon fanciers of Britain for use by the U.S. Army Signal Corps in France during World War I and had been trained by American pigeoneers. She helped save the Lost Battalion of the 77th Division in the Battle of the Argonne, October 1918.
On October 3, 1918, Major Charles White Whittlesey and more than 500 men were trapped in a small depression on the side of the hill behind enemy lines without food or ammunition. They were also beginning to receive friendly fire from allied troops who did not know their location. Surrounded by the Germans, many were killed and wounded in the first day and by the second day, just over 190 men were still alive. Whittlesey dispatched messages by pigeon. The pigeon carrying the first message, "Many wounded. We cannot evacuate." was shot down. A second bird was sent with the message, "Men are suffering. Can support be sent?" That pigeon also was shot down. Only one homing pigeon was left: "Cher Ami". She was dispatched with a note in a canister on her left leg,
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Strange Things is the third album by Tackhead, released in 1990 through SBK Records.
All songs written and composed by Bernard Fowler, Keith LeBlanc, Skip McDonald, Adrian Sherwood and Doug Wimbish, except where noted.
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Sand strikers, also known as bobbit worms, are primitive-looking creatures that lack eyes, or even a brain. Despite this, they are savage predators who shoot out grapple-like hooks to reel in passing fish. From: CRAZY MONSTERS: Diggers http://bit.ly/2io63f4
The Smithsonian National Museum of Natural History has over 144 million different objects in its collections. A sample of these collections are on display to the public, but 99 percent of the Smithsonian’s treasures remain behind the scenes. Scientists work with these objects to study and decipher the world we live in, each specimen offering its own tiny clue to the natural world. SUBSCRIBE: https://goo.gl/vR6Acb Follow us behind the scenes on Instagram: http://goo.gl/2KABeX Make our acquaintance on Facebook: http://goo.gl/Vn0XIZ Give us a shout on Twitter: http://goo.gl/sY1GLY Come hang with us on Vimeo: http://goo.gl/T0OzjV Visit our world directly: http://www.greatbigstory.com This story is a part of our Planet Earth series. From mammals to insects and birds to reptiles, we share thi...
Listen to Ben Stiller as he Gives you an Introduction To The Smithsonian museum. This is the same museum used to film Night at The Museum.
The Smithsonian will keep just about anything! Lauren wants to tell you her favorites. 10 Strange Things in the Smithsonian's Collection http://adventure.howstuffworks.com/destinations/landmarks/museums-tours/5-strange-things-smithsonian-collection.htm Subscribe http://bit.ly/1AWgeM7 Twitter https://twitter.com/HowStuffWorks Facebook https://www.facebook.com/HowStuffWorks Google+ https://plus.google.com/+howstuffworks Website http://www.howstuffworks.com Watch More https://www.youtube.com/HowStuffWorks Image Attribution: Cher Ami in Museum http://4.bp.blogspot.com/-DRXuZj1adsI/TwrpBx4AMgI/AAAAAAAAAEU/acjZqS52Mb4/s1600/IMG_0915.JPG Cher Ami painting http://radenko-milak.blogspot.com/2014/09/2014-never-ending-story-galerie-duplex.html Cher Ami attaching message http://www.vintag.es/20...
Wisconsin Giants and the Smithsonian cover up sources: http://www.gotquestions.org/Nephilim.html http://m.disclose.tv/news/the_great_smithsonian_coverup_18_giant_skeletons_discovered_in_wisconsin/121534 If you like this video check out www.craycraynews.com
There are no scriptures that say the giants came from out of space, esau is a liar and a con artist, those are the sons of ANAK mentioned in Numbers 13:33, king og of bashan and goliath and co there are alot of lies starting from 28:00 minutes of this video, ALOT! OF BULLSHIT FLIES OUT THEIR MOUTHS which are FULL of deceit... but the russia space ship landing is documented though... Ezekiel 28:3 Behold, thou art wiser than Daniel; there is no secret that they can hide from thee: Esau is hiding these things so that people do not believe in the bible... and that Genesis 6:4 he breaks down wrong but the fact is he KNOWS that the bible is real so he keeps them house of unconscious negroes guessing and trying to debunk the reality of the scriptures when it speaks of the GIANTS the sons of ANA...
Smithsonian Air and Space Museum at the Steven F. Udvar-Hazy Center near Washington Dulles International Airport is the companion facility to the Museum on the National Mall. The building opened in December, 2003, and provides enough space for the Smithsonian to display the thousands of aviation and space artifacts that cannot be exhibited on the National Mall.
Here is a video I took while visiting the Smithsonian Museum of Natural History in Washington, D.C. This is the first part, which mainly focuses on mammals, undersea creatures,and dinosaurs.This video was made in August 2011 while I was visiting D.C. I filmed, edited and narrated the video. To see the second part of my video (which covers minerals at the MoNH) go here: http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=MUNB960F1N0
When US Airways Flight 1549 loses engine power moments after leaving LaGuardia, there's only one option: an emergency landing on the Hudson. From: AIR DISASTERS: Getting Out Alive http://bit.ly/1aNLXYq
What should you do in Washington DC? Let the locals help you decide! There are 19 Smithsonians. Which do you go to? The Library of Congress shouldn't be missed. The Farmers market is fabulous. The Red Hen restaurant is a top notch experience. From running to finding hidden gems and FREE tours, find out what owners of the Embassy Circle Guest House and Woodley Park Guest House (top B&Bs; in Washington DC) have to say about having the best vacation to Washington DC possible.
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This is a video of Smithsonian Institutes, Air and Space Musuem, IMAX Theatre, Musem of Natural History, and the Museum of American History in Washington, DC, the Nation's Capital. The video shows the highlights of each of the Smithsonian Museums.They are all free, open 7 days a week. Want to Visit Washington? Visit http://www.DCfieldTrips.com/ and learn more about educational trips and tours to Washington, DC. School Trips, Field Trips, and Group Travel to Washington, DC is our specialty. We arrange for groups (both large and small) to visit the great city of Washington,DC, and experience the history and the sights that the Nation's Capital has to offer; Art Galleries, landmarks, and so much more! In addition to the government buildings and renowed architecture found in these buildings. ...
Travel guide for the Smithsonian Institution Building also called as Smithsonian Castle in Washington, D.C is covered in this short travel video by Hipfig. 1). How to reach Smithsonian Institution Building (Smithsonian Castle) in Washington, D.C 2). DC Metro and Circulator bus - Public Transport information for Smithsonian Institution Building (Smithsonian Castle) in Washington, D.C, 3). Information on the Smithsonian Institution Building (The Castle) in Washington, D.C, 4). DC travel tips for visiting Smithsonian Institution Building (Smithsonian Castle) in Washington, D.C, (DC travel guide) 5). Washington DC famous Smithsonian Institution Building (Smithsonian Castle) – DC attraction, Free Things to do in DC & Washington DC travel guide S U B S C R I B E: https://goo.gl/bZzVS5 Offic...
Museums in Washington, DC World Travel https://www.youtube.com/user/World1Tube Washington Travel Guide, Tourism http://goo.gl/LzUve8 International Spy Museum All is not what it seems at one of Washington's most fun museums. Through multimedia presentations, hands-on exhibits and audiovisual effects, the focus is on educating the public about espionage's impact on current and historic events. Examine spy paraphernalia such as decoder machines, miniature cameras and a lipstick pistol, and test your powers of observations, analysis and surveillance at interactive stations. 'Operation Spy' allows visitors to assume a cover, and among other things, conduct video surveillance, carry out a polygraph test on a suspect agent and escape from a high-security compound. Opening Times: Times vary each...
Washington, D.C top attraction National Air and Space Museum of the Smithsonian Institution is covered in this short travel video guide by Hipfig. 1). How to reach National Air and Space Museum of the Smithsonian Institution in Washington, D.C 2). DC Metro and Circulator bus - Public Transport information for National Air and Space Museum of the Smithsonian Institution in Washington, D.C, 3). Information on the National Air and Space Museum of the Smithsonian Institution in Washington, D.C, 4). DC travel tips for visiting National Air and Space Museum in Washington, D.C, (DC travel guide) 5). DC National Air and Space Museum – DC attraction, Free Things to do in DC & Washington DC travel vide guide S U B S C R I B E: https://goo.gl/bZzVS5 Official Hipfig Travel-Channel Website: http://...
http://www.expedia.com/Washington.d178318.Destination-Travel-Guides Take in the many splendors of the nation’s capital when you arrive at Washington, D.C. Your Washington, D.C. tour should start at the National Mall, where you’ll find monuments, memorials, and government buildings instead of tons of shopping. If you’d like to get around town easily but don’t want to rent a car, the Capital Bikeshare program will let you cruise around the city without wasting gas or getting stuck in traffic. Check out the Watergate Hotel and Kennedy Center when you stop at Foggy Bottom, then move on to Georgetown, the oldest district in D.C. It’s filled with 18th-century buildings and, of course, the university itself. After a stop at the National Cathedral, make your way to the Smithsonian National Zoo,...
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Take a tour of Smithsonian Castle in Washington, DC, United States -- part of the World's Greatest Attractions travel video series by GeoBeats. Anyone who says that America has no castles hasn't been to the National Mall. On this green expanse is the Smithsonian Institution Building, also known as the "Smithsonian Castle". This grand building was built in Norman style between the years 1847-1855. Complete with its own grounds and gardens, the castle would certainly look at home in Europe. The building is used as the administrative offices and information center of the Smithsonian Institute. The castle's tall towers look out look out over the area. For visitors to Washington DC's National Mall, this is an unforgettably unique sight.