The idea of Western Civilization is often a loaded one, pitting it against other parts of the world that are depicted as backward, corrupt, and stagnant. Historians use the term to describe a set of ideas, beliefs, and values that have been most heavily developed in countries such as France, Spain, and Portugal. This timeline…
The Western Trail is a multi-use trail for pedestrians, horses, bicycles, all-terrain vehicles (ATVs), motorcycles and snowmobiles. The route is dotted with towns, shacks and historic sites of the cattle-drive era and passes through beautiful mountain scenery including the Rocky Mountains. When Jeff Bearden, the director of forensic psychiatric programs at North Texas State Hospital…
Western history is the story of the development of Western civilization through cultural and intellectual movements. During this time, great breakthroughs in science and technology emerged, while social movements such as religious toleration, equality before the law and feminism were born. The Western world is also the origin point of true globalization, as Europeans first…
Life Insurance provides peace of mind knowing that your loved ones will be financially taken care of after you die. It can help pay off debts, mortgages and car loans; cover funeral expenses and final expenses; provide income to your family after you die; and fund children’s college tuition and living costs. There are many…
With a name like western union, it’s hard not to think of the iconic image of uniformed messengers whisking telegrams to loved ones across thousands of miles. But the storied company’s roots go back much further, and its role in modern life is more important than ever. The company’s earliest days were marked by many…
America has a long and varied history. It is a story of conquests, wars and political experimentation. It is also a story of economic and social struggles, successes and failures. The United States is one of the largest, most powerful countries in the world. It is home to a diverse population of people with many…
Although the word Europe is often used to refer to a single continent, the region has a very different history than the rest of the world. Rather than an integrated and homogeneous whole, it is a diverse and warlike region with many different peoples speaking various languages. The history of western europe includes a long…
Founded in 1961, the western history association brings together writers, scholars, collectors, curators, educators, students and others interested in the study of the North American West in its broadest sense. It is the only organization dedicated to fostering the study of all aspects of this fascinating period in our nation’s and world’s past. WHA members…
In teaching introductory world history, it is important to think carefully about what the term “western civilization” means. It is a nebulous concept that is not as easy to define as, say, “the Middle East,” but it encompasses many entwined dimensions. Traditionally, the story of Western civilization has made an uneasy distinction between a supposedly…
If you want to understand American history and culture, the Western heritage museum is the place to go. It contains some of the world’s most impressive collections of art, historic horse-drawn carriages and wagons. It also features some of the nation’s most renowned Western art exhibitions. The Western history museum also includes a children’s room….