James Burton

Written by James Burton

Natural Vanilla dries in the sun on a farm in Madagascar.

Economics

The Leading Countries In Vanilla Production In The World

The semi-aquatic North American River otter is a proficient swimmer and catcher of fish.

Environment

River Otter Facts: Animals of North America

The mere fact that the Continental Army fought on equal terms with the British despite having half their troops caused this battle to be a boost in moral regardless of its outcome.

Society

The Battle of White Plains: The American Revolutionary War

Eating meat from any four-legged animal was prohibited in Japan until the Meiji Restoration of 1868. However, increased trade with the United States during the 1970s has now caused the country to be one of the main importers of American pork.

Economics

Top Pork Exporting Countries

Gold nuggets on a scale.

Economics

Which Country is the World's Largest Producer of Gold?

The consumption of cranberries has been increasing worldwide in recent years.

Economics

Where Are Cranberries Grown?

As their name suggests, these owls are best known for living in the dug-out burrows of other animals.

Environment

Burrowing Owl Facts: Animals of North America

George Washington's famous crossing of the Delaware River was the first of a series of surprise attacks which brought the Continental Army to victory at Trenton.

Society

The Battle of Trenton: The American Revolutionary War

A cherry orchard in Traverse City, Michigan.

Economics

Where Do Cherries Grow?

Two juvenile male Elk in California. Most wild Elk in North America today are to be found living in the Western U.S.

Environment

Elk Facts: Animals of North America

William Washington, the second cousin of George Washington, was one of the officers who helped win this battle in the Carolinas for the Continental Army.

Society

The Battle of Cowpens: The American Revolutionary War

A series of anti-government demonstrations, which have regularly resulted in state violence, causes Haiti to be one of the only countries in the Americas to make the list of the worst governments worldwide.

World Facts

25 Worst Governed Countries

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