Platypus (Ornithorhynchus paradoxus), or more commonly known as the platypus. Illustration from Meyers Konversations-Lexikon, 1897 • ISTOCKPHOTO When the first Europeans settled in Australia at the end of the 18th century, they are amazed by the wildlife inhabiting the continent. The animals tha
Although it is true that wars, also looting and military incursions have been very frequent throughout history, it is equally true that war is costly, painful and has a high price for the people and rulers who suffer from it. It is well known that war can have many reasons:among others, to conquer t
M79 grenade launcher, aka Thumper The M79 is a 40mm grenade launcher used by the US Army. It was created to increase the firepower of infantry, giving them a more accurate weapon with better range than a rifle grenade, while remaining much less cumbersome than a mortar. American soldiers nicknamed
Egypt ancient is one of the oldest civilizations of antiquity. A little before 3000 BC, King Narmer united Upper and Lower Egypt into a single country. He is the first pharaoh of a long line of sovereigns who will reign for more than 2,500 years. The country of the pharaohs owes its prosperity and i