Interesting Inventions?
Bicycle- An early version of the bicycle called the Celerifere, was built in 1791 by a French man named Comte Mede de Sivrac. It was basically a scooter with a high seat attached to the top. But the Celerifere did not have any pedals. In 1816, Baron Karl von Drais de Sauerbrun of Germany, invented a model with a steering bar attached to the front wheel-but still no pedals. This new machine became known as the Draisienne or hobby horse. It was popular, but only as a fad since it was not very practical on grounds other than a park or garden. In 1839, Kirkpatrick Macmillan added pedals to enable him to get up hills. His peers thought he was crazy, but it was this innovation that made the bicycle popular and a serious form of transportation. Crayons- Crayons were invented by Edwin Binney and Harold Smith who owned a paint company in New York City. These new “crayons” were made by combining wax with different pigments (chemicals that make colors). In 1903, Binney and Smith released the first box of eight “Crayola Crayons”. These new crayons were an overnight success Microwave- As is the case with many inventions, the microwave was invented by accident. In 1946, Dr. Percy LeBaron Spencer was touring one of his laboratories when he stopped in front of a magnetron (vacuum tubes that produce microwave radiation). While standing in front of this machine, he noticed that a candy bar in his pocket had melted. Next he tested popcorn kernels which to his amazement popped if placed next to the machine. He soon discovered that these microwaves could cook and heat food much quicker than ovens and stoves that use heat. The Sandwich- The sandwich was invented by John Montagu, the 4th Earl of Sandwich. Around 1762, John Montagu reportedly was too busy to sit down and eat a full meal, so he asked his cook to just place some meat between two slices of bread–the rest is history! TV Remote Control- Remote control technology has been around since the early 1900s (The Germans used remote control boats during WWI), but the TV remote control did not make its first appearance until 1950. Zenith Radio Corporation created the first TV remote control called “Lazy Bone” that could turn the TV on and off and could change channels (this remote was not wireless-it was attached to the TV by a cable). Many advancements have been made to this invention during the last 50 years
How popular is Sandwich, Kent as a travel destination among foodies?
(Technically, your picture is of a “baguette” - not a sandwich, which uses slices of bread rather than a divided whole loaf)The 4th Earl of Sandwich, John Montagu invented the “Sandwich” - it’s named after him, not after the town of Sandwich.Thus, Sandwich is not particularly gastronomically interesting. You can get an equally good bread-surrounded snack anywhere in the UK.John Montagu, 4th Earl of Sandwich - Wikipedia
Arguments and Argumentation: What are the most notable, maybe even iconic, pissing contests?
I'm not sure this meets the criteria of an argument that is pointless, because I think that the topic itself is fundamental. But when I first read your question, the two people who came immediately to mind were Clarence Darrow and William Jennings Bryant when they clashed during the Scopes Monkey Trial in Tennessee in the 1920s.For those two men, ego and dominance were certainly on display in the back-and-forth of their courtroom battle, and it is unfortunate that the subject which was on trial then is still unresolved for many deluded individuals almost a hundred years later.I think what makes it a pissing contest as far as I am concerned is that the theory of evolution seems so clear-cut to me, and those who insist on "creation science" or some such nonsense are blatantly attempting to shove a religious agenda down the throats of those who only want to apply scientific method to scientific study. This was true in the 20th century, and it's true today.Thank you for the A2A.
What are some products named after historical figures in American history?
For a project in my American history class, we must do a small 45 second presentation on a product with a brand name referring back to American history. Example: Mayflower shipping company, Quaker Oats. My teacher used those examples so we cannot use them. If you have any ideas for products please tell me! If not, thanks for reading this question!
Why did Captain James Cook name the Hawaiian Islands the "Sandwich Islands"?
named in honor of John Montagu, the 4th Earl of Sandwich. at the time, john montagu was the first lord of the admiralty, and captain cook's superior officer.
What tasty name did Captain Cook give the Hawaiian Islands in 1778?
Well, let’s tell the story: When James Cook discovered what would be the Hawaiian Islands, he initially named them after his sponsor, John Montagu, who was the First Lord of the British Admiralty at the time.Montagu was also a veteran gambler and card player. Whenever he got hungry during an intense card game, he would ask his servants for slices of meat between two slices of bread.The larger world knows John Montagu not by his name, but by his title: Fourth Earl of Sandwich. So, yes, the alternate namesake of the Hawaiian Islands is the same person who popularized the bread-and-meat combination that also bears his name.
Which would you prefer in a cheese sandwich - tomato, onion, pickle or ham?
Ham is not an option in a “cheese sandwich”. According to the rules of sandwich precedence laid down by John Montagu* in 1765 onion, tomato, and pickle may be present in a cheese sandwich since they are of lower rank than cheese. However any sandwich with ham present must be referred to as a “ham sandwich” unless there is a coalition of meats, or a higher ranking meat such as steak is also present in the sandwich. In rare instances, ham or another meat may share a limited amount of precedence with other sandwich accoutrements, as in the case of “ham salad”. In this case though ham still maintains nominal precedence, while the components of the additional mixture are generally referred to as “salad” despite their number and composition. In very limited instances where a sandwich contains only two components (aside from the obvious and necessary bread) the higher ranking sandwich component will have precedence, as in the case of “ham and cheese”. The wild west of American colloquial language and cuisine has allowed for the creation of such dubious items as “breakfast sandwiches”. Nevertheless, the order of precedence is maintained even in these mongrel creations; “sausage, egg and cheese”, “bacon, egg, and cheese”, “steak and cheese”, and so forth. Throughout sandwich culture the strict precedence of ingredients is regarded as immutable, and has been maintained since they were laid down by Montagu in 1765. To alter such noble traditions to suit the whimsy of your gustatory folly would be stark, raving lunacy and will not be countenanced. Thus the answer to you question is “Preference don’t enter into it. ONLY tomato, onion, or pickle (or a combination thereof) can be allowed on a cheese sandwich. Ham on a cheese sandwich is a logical impossibility”.*The eponymous Fourth Earl of SandwichJohn Montagu; rake, rogue, gambler and man of vision.
Who invented the sandwich?
At the very least, everyone has probably heard the name of the fourth Earl of Sandwich (born John Montagu), the British statesman whose name is forever affixed to our favorite lunchtime staple. What people may not know is that the foundations of this comfort food were laid long before the Earl's time. In fact, Arabs had already started stuffing meat inside pita bread centuries before the Earl came up with his delicious snack [source: Diefendorf and Randi]. He may not have been the first to eat meat between two slices of bread, but Sandwich did lend the now-famous food his name. According to one account, on Nov. 3, 1762, the Earl was deep into a marathon poker game and couldn't be bothered to leave the gaming table for dinner. As a solution, he asked a servant to bring him a piece of meat -- stuffed between two slices of toast so he wouldn't smear food on his cards. Another story counters that it was actually work, rather than play, that kept the Earl from the dinner table. Either way, the meat-between-bread idea caught on, and it was dubbed the "sandwich" in the Earl's honor.