Virtual antiquity: 3D computer magic puts you on the streets of Pompeii on a blue-sky morning in A.D. 79

Article Abstract:

The M.H. de Young Memorial Museum in San Francisco will host a computer exhibit in September 1995 portraying the life of ancient Romans in the city of Pompeii in 79 A.D.. This exhibit utilizes the computer technique of virtual reality which gives a three-dimensional view of pictures. The exhibit has been prepared by the Virtual Reality Lab of the Studio for Creative Inquiry at Carnegie Mellon University and has been cosponsored by the Archaeological Institute of America. Virtual reality techniques are explained.

Usage, Exhibitions, Virtual reality, Pompeii (Ancient city), M.H. de Young Memorial Museum

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One man, two views

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The policies of Canada's Prime Minister Brian Mulroney were either well favored or not well favored. One supporter describes the achievements of Mulroney and one detractor decries the politics of the outgoing prime minister.

Evaluation, Prime ministers, Mulroney, Brian

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Blair, Bonnie (Sports)

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Bonnie Kathleen Blair is the best speed skater in U.S. Olympic history. The combination of excellent athletic skills and positive thinking is what made Blair an outstanding athlete with three Olympic golds to her credit.

Biography, Women skaters, Blair, Bonnie

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