Roman Empire Ran on Camel Power

"In a forthcoming report in the Journal of Archaeological Science, Belgian archeologists Fabienne Pigière and Denis Henrotay, report on the discovery of the bones of a Roman-era dromedary camel in Arlon, Belgium. And they inventory 22 sites in Northern Europe that have turned up camel bones from the Roman era."

Polishing the Puritan Image

"A recent introduction to Puritan history rehabilitates their reputation and legacy."

Collection of Offerings in American Churches - Historical Perspectives

"After America ended state support of churches in the early 19th century, the collection of 'tithes and offerings' became a standard feature of Sunday morning worship."

Kibbutz: What, Why, When, Where

"This article provides an overview of the Israeli kibbutz movement, which began with "a small group of young Jewish immigrants from eastern Europe, inspired by Zionist and socialist ideals, set[ting] up the first kvutza ('group' in Hebrew, renamed kibbutz, 'community' when membership grew)" in Palestine. Includes background about the first kibbutz established in 1909, crisis in the 1980s and 1990s, sources of income, labor, family life, and distribution. From the Israel Ministry of Foreign Affairs." (Lii.org)