Anything associated with England attracted the adjective. In the 15th and16th centuries, an often fatal sweating sickness (probably a type ofinfluenza) was called the English sweat. In the 18th century, foreignerswould describe people who ...
Nevertheless Beethoven’s whole soul was filled with a high idealism which penetrated through the miseries of his daily life; it was full, too, of a great love toward humanity in general and his unworthy nephew in particular. Towards his publishers he often appeared covetous and grasping, seeki...
Standing six feet tall with broad shoulders, Washington cultivated a lavish lifestyle of dancing, cards, billiards, and hunting as a prominent and active member in his community and church (Nevins and Graff). George Washington started his military career in November of 1752, and in 1755 he ...
The sports that were available for all to see were mostly non-violent competitions, with prize money awarded to the winners. This can be seen in the start of billiards being played, where men would place bets on competition, as well as competitions like the great foot race, a race where ...