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Why were they called the Yankees in the civil war?
Generally, the term Yankee had become commonly used in reference to people living in the New England states by the 1800s.
What year was the term first lady used and for which first lady?
The term First Lady was first coined in 1860, in reference to Harriet Lane the White House hostess for her bachelor uncle, President James Buchanan. Before that the presidents wives were popularly known as "Lady ......." as in President and Lady (Washington, Maddison etc....).
What happened in the early fourth century?
The Chinese Crossbow was invented and used for the first time.
What does the word 'yanks' mean?
The term, "yank" is a slang term used to describe a person of American origin or heritage. "Yank" is derived from the slang term, "yankee" which is sometimes used as an insult.
What was the Sewards Icebox?
Seward's Icebox was a nickname given to Alaska after Secretary of State William Henry Seward bought it from Russia. The purchase was also nicknamed "Seward's Folly".
