(Encyclopedia) stem cells, unspecialized human or animal cells that can produce mature specialized body cells and at the same time replicate themselves. Embryonic stem cells are derived from a…
(Encyclopedia) Democratic party, American political party; the oldest continuous political party in the United States.
In 1960, John F. Kennedy narrowly defeated the Republican candidate, Richard M…
Despite several negotiations attempts, peace still eludes the region
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Illinois, midwestern state in the N central United States. It is bordered by Lake Michigan and Indiana (E); Kentucky, across the Ohio River (SE); Missouri and Iowa, across the…
(Encyclopedia) liberalism, philosophy or movement that has as its aim the development of individual freedom. Because the concepts of liberty or freedom change in different historical periods the…
(Encyclopedia) gay-rights movement, organized efforts to end the criminalization of homosexuality and protect the civil rights of homosexuals. While there was some organized activity on behalf of the…
Maryland State Facts
Entered Union: April 28, 1788 (7th State)
Present constitution adopted: 1867
Fun Facts
State abbreviation/Postal code: Md./MD
Nicknames: Free State; Old Line State…
The following timeline lists terrorist attacks against the United States and Americans living either in the U.S. or abroad. 1920 Sept. 16, New York City: TNT bomb planted in unattended horse-…
