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What is the statue on top of the capitol?
The statue that lies on top of the Capital building is the "Statue of Freedom" designed by architect Thomas Crawford. His design was approved in 1855. There is a link to an article about this statue below.
How tall was Mary Lincoln?
Mary was quite short at only 5'4. Her husband was about a foot taller at 6'4.
How much taller is the is the tallest mountain in the US than the second tallest mountain in the US?
Mt. McKinley in Alaska at 20320 feet high. Second to that is Mt. St. Elias in Alaska at 18008 feet high, so 2312 feet.
What was the impact of the bessemer process have on American culture?
The process allowed the production of steel which allowed railroads to be built. The railroad connected the west to the east coast and because of the movement of people and goods business grew, people got to places faster, cattle ranching changed, cities grew, people were more connected and communication was better. Added to this taller buildings could be built and skyscrapers began to be built which promoted new inventions like the elevator. As the cities grew people came into more contact with new ideas, foods, and people from other places. This all lead to changes in thinking and culture just with one simple invention.
What homes did the Tutelo Tribes live in?
The Tutelo lived in homes much like those used by the Saponi and Occoneechee; domed homes that were made by bending and tying saplings together. This frame was then covered with large strips of Elm bark. On the inside furs would be hung to help insulate it in winter. In the summer, the furs would be removed as well as some of the bark for more ventilation. Benches would be placed around the inside as well as platforms for sleeping. The Tutelo home was called an ati. These homes were more rounded than those used by the Cherokee, which were taller and came to a point.
