A tropical cyclone is a generic term for a low-pressure system that formed over tropical waters (25°S to 25°N) with thunderstorm activity near the center of its closed, cyclonic winds. Tropical cyclones derive their energy from vertical temperature differences, are symmetrical, and have a warm core. If it lacks a closed circulation it is called a tropical disturbance.

A nine-part series chronicling the turbulent history of one of the most extraordinary landscapes on earth. Beginning when the land belonged only to Native Americans and ending in …

In the United States, the economy grew every year from 1812 to 1815, despite a large loss of business by East Coast shipping interests. Prices were 15% higher—inflated—in 1815 compared to 1812, an annual rate of 4.8%. The national economy grew 1812–1815 at 3.7% a year, after accounting for inflation.

February 23 is the 54th day of the year in the Gregorian calendar; 311 days remain until the end of the year (312 in ... Events Pre-1600. 303 – Roman emperor Diocletian orders the destruction of the Christian church in Nicomedia, beginning eight years of Diocletianic ... 1821 – John Keats, English poet (b. 1795) 1848 – John ...

The causes of the Great Depression in the early 20th century in the United States have been extensively discussed by economists and remain a matter of active debate. They are part of the larger debate about economic crises and recessions.The specific economic events that took place during the Great Depression are well established. There was an initial stock market crash …

1908 was a leap year starting on Wednesday of the Gregorian calendar and a leap year starting on Tuesday of the Julian calendar, the 1908th year of the Common Era (CE) and Anno Domini (AD) designations, the 908th year of the 2nd millennium, the 8th year of the 20th century, and the 9th year of the 1900s decade. As of the start of 1908, the Gregorian calendar was 13 days ahead …

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Brief Summary of the 1800's 1800's When studying history, it is important to remember that one of the countries that went through the largest transformation in the 1800's was the United States Of America.Just a quick look at some of the events occurring during the century makes you realize how different America was at the start of the century compared to the end of the century.