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Alfred the Great was named so because he fought off the Danish invaders, saved the English language and brought learning and study to his realm.

Harpy Eagle Unfamiliar to many of us here in the United States and Europe, the Harpy Eagle is one of the largest and most powerful of all eagle species. Very recognizable due to its double-crested head feathers, the Harpy is a feared predator and resides at the top of the food chain throughout its range. If you’re wondering where the name Harpy comes from, its origins are from Greek mythology where harpies were large winged creatures with sharp claws, a vulture’s body, and a woman’s face. Also, harpy comes from the Greek word "harpe" and refers to a bird of prey mentioned by many Greek ...

Kate Warne: The First Female Detective in the U.S. Author: Kate Warne Kate Warne was a Scottish immigrant who worked as a deputy sheriff for the Chicago police department, then the Pinkerton Detective Agency. She was born in Erin, Chemung County, New York in 1830 or 1833 to Israel and Elizabeth Hulbert, then she died of pneumonia on January 28, 1868. Kate Warne was not well educated, and she came from modest means. Her desire was to become an actress, which her family opposed. She stated she was a widow by the age of 23, but very little is known about her life before her career began at the P...