Carving from stone makes a hardy project

Article Abstract:

Stone carving has existed as an art form for thousands of years and its techniques are similar to wood carving. Stones of any type can be carved, but softer stones are the easiest to work with because they require fewer special tools. Tips on how to make a stone carving are presented.

Methods, Stone carving

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Kings of the mountains: when the going got tough in World War II, the U.S. Army called on its first soldiers on skis

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The 10th Mountain Division was created in Dec 1941 and was comprised of volunteer soldiers who knew how to alpine ski. The division did not see any action until 1944, as it underwent two years of training. It spent time in northern Italy fighting the Germans.

Military aspects, World War II, 1939-1945, Skiing, Skis and skiing, Skis, Military campaigns

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Build a communications center: this project helps keep your family organized

Article Abstract:

Step-by-step instructions are presented for constructing a family communications center with a cork board, note pad, mail slots and key hooks.

Design and construction, Bulletin boards

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