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The Pawn Shop Symbol

The Question: What do the three balls on a pawn shop signify? The Answer: Pawnbrokers often joke that the three balls represent the motto "Two…

State Symbols

StateSongBirdTreeFlowerAlabama“Alabama” (1931)yellowhammer (1927)Southern longleaf pine (1949, 1997)camellia (1959)Salt water fish: fighting tarpon (1955); Fresh water fish: largemouth bass (1975…

Symbolism of Fire

by Mark Hughes Related Links History: Flame and Torch Summer Olympics 2008 Biography: Prometheus…

The United Nations

In 1945, the United Nations was founded by "peace-loving states"   Founded after World War II by 51 "peace-loving states" combined to oppose future aggression, the UN now counts…

United Nations

The United Nations was created after World War II to provide an international forum that would develop positive relationships between countries, promote peace and…

National Anthems

Homework Center – Frequently Asked Questions   National Anthems   Where can I find all the national anthems for countries of the world?…