Articles for tag: Hans Christian Andersen, John Smith, Mermaids

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A History of Mermaids

For centuries now mermaid myths have been around. Numerous water spirits were said to have lived in West Africa according to the Igbo people as well as others. Not all were of the appearance of a half-fish, half-human, but some were have said to look like alligators and snakes. In the 1500’s Europeans were carving ...

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Blu-ray Review: “Pocahontas / Pocahontas II: Journey to a New World”

Disney continues its Blu-ray releases of the animated movies from their 1990s “Renaissance” with “Pocahontas” and its sequel, “Pocahontas II: Journey to a New World,” thrown in for fun. The three-disc collection features the two films on one Blu-ray and individually on two DVDs. Both are quality projects but look completely different in comparison to ...

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The Real Pocahontas

The legend of Pocahontas has been told and retold for years and in various ways, but none are as well-known as Disney’s 1995 animated version. This version of the tale being so well-known also, unfortunately, makes it the most widely accepted. While many historians still do not completely agree on the finer details of Pocahontas’ ...

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How to Create a Database Using Microsoft Access

You don’t have to be a Microsoft Office wizard to create your own database of addresses. Whether you are using the information for a project at the office or something more personal such as wedding invitations or Christmas cards, YOU can do this! These step by step instructions will walk you through the process. Open ...