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Daily Archives: April 1, 2008
The Origin of Syphilis
Syphilis is first clearly seen in Europe in 1495, when it appeared as a plague (though it was not “the blague” … Yersinia pestis) among Charles VIII’s troops. When these troops went home shortly after the fall of Naples, they brought this disease with them, staring an epidemic. The level of mortality in Europe was truly devastating. Is it the case that syphilis was brought to Europe by Columbus and his men just prior to the plague-like outbreak of 1495? Continue reading The Origin of Syphilis
Mars Aureum Chaos
This image shows a large outcrop of layered rock in Aureum Chaos, an area that has apparently collapsed, leaving a region of irregular knobs and hills. Unlike many of the knobs, the light outcrop shows distinct, nearly horizontal layers. This may indicate that it was deposited after the collapse of the Chaos.
… this is what my back hard looks like right about now…. Click the photo for more info.
Mars Ice Cap
This is kinda like what my front yard looks like right now. Click the picture to see and learn more.