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| ARTICLES RELATED TO 1983 - February | | | |  1983 - February: Encyclopedia II - Amherst College - HistoryFounded in 1821, Amherst was intended to be a successor to both Williams College, which was then struggling to remain open, and Amherst Academy, a secondary school which educated, among others, Emily Dickinson.
Amherst College - Origin of name.
Amherst Academy and Amherst College were both named for the town of Amherst, which in turn was named for Lord Jeffery Amherst, commanding general of British forces in North America during the French and Indian War. Lord Jeffery Amherst is now notorious for his comments, in a letter to a peer, about spreading smallpo ...
See also:Amherst College, Amherst College - History, Amherst College - Origin of name, Amherst College - Amherst Academy, Amherst College - Williams College, Amherst College - Presidents of the College, Amherst College - Academics, Amherst College - Athletics, Amherst College - Amherst trivia, Amherst College - Notable alumni, Amherst College - College founders and Presidents, Amherst College - Academics, Amherst College - Men of the Cloth, Amherst College - Politicians, Amherst College - Lawyers and judges, Amherst College - Businesspeople, Amherst College - CIA Directors, Amherst College - Nobel Prize winners, Amherst College - Doctors, Amherst College - Astronauts, Amherst College - Entertainers, Amherst College - Authors and artists, Amherst College - Other notables Read more here: » Amherst College: Encyclopedia II - Amherst College - History |
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| | | | | 1983 - February: Encyclopedia II - Gore Vidal - Biography He was born Eugene Luther Vidal in West Point, New York, the son of Eugene Vidal and Nina Gore. His birth took place at the United States Military Academy where his father was an aeronautics instructor. Vidal later adopted as his first name the surname of his maternal grandfather, Thomas P. Gore, Democratic Senator from Oklahoma.
Vidal was brought up in the Washington, D.C., area. It was there that he attended St. Albans School. His grandfather Gore was blind, and the young Vidal both read aloud to him and frequently acted as h ...
See also:Gore Vidal, Gore Vidal - Biography, Gore Vidal - Writing career, Gore Vidal - Controversial Political Views, Gore Vidal - Views on September 11 2001, Gore Vidal - Essays and Non-Fiction, Gore Vidal - Plays, Gore Vidal - Novels, Gore Vidal - Under Pseudonyms Read more here: » Gore Vidal: Encyclopedia II - Gore Vidal - Biography |
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| | | | | | 1983 - February: Encyclopedia II - 2003 in baseball - Major League Baseball final standings
* The asterisk denotes the club that won the Wild card for its respective league.
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See also:2003 in baseball, 2003 in baseball - Major League Baseball final standings, 2003 in baseball - Postseason, 2003 in baseball - Other Champions, 2003 in baseball - Events, 2003 in baseball - January-June, 2003 in baseball - July-December, 2003 in baseball - Awards and honors, 2003 in baseball - Books, 2003 in baseball - Movies, 2003 in baseball - Births, 2003 in baseball - Deaths, 2003 in baseball - January-March, 2003 in baseball - April-June, 2003 in baseball - July-September, 2003 in baseball - October-December Read more here: » 2003 in baseball: Encyclopedia II - 2003 in baseball - Major League Baseball final standings |
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| | | | | 1983 - February: Encyclopedia II - Oakland California - Sports Oakland is currently home to four professional sports teams:
Oakland Athletics, American League of Baseball.
Oakland Raiders, charter team of the American Football League (1960-1969), now in the NFL.
Golden State Warriors, National Basketball Association.
Oakland Slammers, International Basketball League (2005-)
Former teams:
Oakland Oaks, Pacific Coast League of Baseball, 1903-1955. (The Oaks played at Oaks Park in Emeryville after 1912.)
Oakland Oaks, American Bask ...
See also:Oakland California, Oakland California - History, Oakland California - World War II, Oakland California - Post-war years, Oakland California - Crime, Oakland California - Geography, Oakland California - Demographics, Oakland California - Neighborhoods, Oakland California - Downtown Oakland, Oakland California - East Oakland, Oakland California - North Oakland, Oakland California - West Oakland, Oakland California - Other neighborhoods, Oakland California - Climate, Oakland California - Attractions, Oakland California - Education, Oakland California - Primary and secondary education, Oakland California - Colleges and universities, Oakland California - Transportation, Oakland California - Sports, Oakland California - Sister cities, Oakland California - Notable natives and residents Read more here: » Oakland California: Encyclopedia II - Oakland California - Sports |
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| | | | | 1983 - February: Encyclopedia II - Guiding Light - History The series was created by Irna Phillips, who based it on personal experiences. After giving birth to a still-born baby at age 19, she found spiritual comfort listening to sermons by a preacher of a church centered on the brotherhood of man. It was these sermons that formed the nucleus of the creation of The Guiding Light.
Guiding Light - The radio years.
The radio show's original storyline centered around a preacher named Rev. John Ruthledge (Arthur Peterson, Jr.) and all the people of a fictional s ...
See also:Guiding Light, Guiding Light - History, Guiding Light - The radio years, Guiding Light - Early years on television, Guiding Light - 1960s, Guiding Light - 1970s, Guiding Light - 1980s, Guiding Light - 1990s, Guiding Light - 2000s, Guiding Light - Trivia, Guiding Light - Day-Behind airings, Guiding Light - Cast, Guiding Light - Current cast members, Guiding Light - Recurring cast members, Guiding Light - Coming and going cast members, Guiding Light - Head writers and executive producers Read more here: » Guiding Light: Encyclopedia II - Guiding Light - History |
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| | | | | 1983 - February: Encyclopedia II - Michael Jordan - Baseball career After retiring from basketball, Jordan spent the next year pursuing a childhood dream: professional baseball. He signed a minor league contract with the Chicago White Sox of the American League (AL), reported to spring training, and was assigned to the team's minor league system. He had an unspectacular professional baseball career for the Birmingham Barons, a Chicago White Sox farm team, batting .202 with 3 HR, 51 RBI, 30 SB (tied-5th in Southern League), 11 errors and 6 outfield assists. He led the club with 11 bases-loaded RBI and 25 ...
See also:Michael Jordan, Michael Jordan - Early years, Michael Jordan - NBA career: Overview, Michael Jordan - Early NBA Career, Michael Jordan - The Jordan Rules, Michael Jordan - The First 3-Peat, Michael Jordan - Baseball career, Michael Jordan - I'm Back: Return to the NBA, Michael Jordan - The Second 3-Peat, Michael Jordan - Washington Wizards, Michael Jordan - The Olympics, Michael Jordan - Jordan's legacy, Michael Jordan - The greatest basketballer of all time?, Michael Jordan - Personal life, Michael Jordan - Businessman, Michael Jordan - Trivia, Michael Jordan - Physical Stats, Michael Jordan - Awards, Michael Jordan - Team Honors Read more here: » Michael Jordan: Encyclopedia II - Michael Jordan - Baseball career |
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| | | | | 1983 - February: Encyclopedia - Bill Cosby William Henry "Bill" Cosby, Jr., Ed.D (born July 12, 1937) is an American actor, comedian, educator, television producer and philanthropist.
He was the first African-American man to star in his own television series (I Spy with Robert Culp, in the mid-1960s), and also broke racial boundaries with his stand-up comedy career in the 1960s and 1970s. After I Spy he starred in other series, some of which were successful (such as the long-running cartoon Fat Albert and the Cosby Kids), while others were not. In t ...
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Read more here: » Bill Cosby: Encyclopedia - Bill Cosby |
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| | | | | 1983 - February: Encyclopedia II - Doctor Who - Format During the original 1963–1989 run, each of the weekly episodes formed part of a contained story (or "serial") consisting of several parts — usually either four to six in earlier years and three to four in later years. Three notable exceptions were the epic The Daleks' Master Plan, which aired in 12 episodes (plus a one-episode teaser entitled Mission to the Unknown, featuring none of the regular cast); the 10-episode serial The War Games; and The Trial of a Time Lord, which ran for 14 episodes (containing four stories often referred to by individual titles, and connected by ...
See also:Doctor Who, Doctor Who - History, Doctor Who - Format, Doctor Who - The Doctor, Doctor Who - Companions, Doctor Who - Adversaries, Doctor Who - Music, Doctor Who - Viewership, Doctor Who - Missing episodes, Doctor Who - Adaptations and other appearances, Doctor Who - Charity episodes, Doctor Who - Other programmes Read more here: » Doctor Who: Encyclopedia II - Doctor Who - Format |
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| | | | | 1983 - February: Encyclopedia II - Brian Mulroney - Legacy Mulroney's legacy is a complicated one, and even as of 2006 remains one heavily based on emotion. Mulroney makes the case that his once radical policies on the economy and free trade were not reversed by subsequent governments, and regards this as vindication. His Deputy Prime Minister Don Mazankowski said that his greatest accomplishment will be seen as, "Dragging Canada kicking and screaming into the 21st century." Mulroney's legacy in Canada is associated mostly with the 1988 free trade agree ...
See also:Brian Mulroney, Brian Mulroney - Background, Brian Mulroney - Prime Minister, Brian Mulroney - First Term, Brian Mulroney - Second Term, Brian Mulroney - Retirement, Brian Mulroney - After politics, Brian Mulroney - Legacy, Brian Mulroney - Supreme Court appointments, Brian Mulroney - Notable cabinet ministers, Brian Mulroney - Quote Read more here: » Brian Mulroney: Encyclopedia II - Brian Mulroney - Legacy |
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| | | | | | 1983 - February: Encyclopedia II - Alice Cooper - 1970s In 1970, the band teamed up with fledgling producer Bob Ezrin on their album entitled Love It to Death. This was the first of more than 10 Alice Cooper group and solo albums done with Ezrin who is credited with having helped to create their definitive sound. A hit single soon followed in 1971's 'I'm Eighteen'. The band's trailblazing mix of shock and glam theatrics stood out amongst bearded, denim-clad hippy bands by sporting sequined costumes by the prominent rock fashion designer Cindy Dunaway (Pink Floyd, The Who) and stage shows t ...
See also:Alice Cooper, Alice Cooper - 1970s, Alice Cooper - 1980s, Alice Cooper - 1990s, Alice Cooper - 2000s, Alice Cooper - Discography, Alice Cooper - Hits, Alice Cooper - Line ups, Alice Cooper - 1963-1972, Alice Cooper - 1973, Alice Cooper - 1974-1976, Alice Cooper - 1977-1979, Alice Cooper - 1980-1983, Alice Cooper - 1984-1988, Alice Cooper - 1989-1993, Alice Cooper - 1994-2002, Alice Cooper - 2003-2005, Alice Cooper - Fans, Alice Cooper - Golf, Alice Cooper - Politics, Alice Cooper - Other, Alice Cooper - Popularity, Alice Cooper - Enough Rope interview Read more here: » Alice Cooper: Encyclopedia II - Alice Cooper - 1970s |
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| | | | | 1983 - February: Encyclopedia II - Gaia theory science - Critical analysis
Gaia theory science - Basis.
This theory is based on the simple idea that the biomass self-regulates the conditions on the planet to make its physical environment (in particular temperature and chemistry of the atmosphere) on the planet more hospitable to the species which constitute its "life". The Gaia Hypothesis proper defined this "hospitality" as a full homeostasis. A simple model that is often used to illustrate the origina ...
See also:Gaia theory science, Gaia theory science - Range of views, Gaia theory science - Gaia theories, Gaia theory science - Early modern parallels, Gaia theory science - Lovelock initial hypothesis, Gaia theory science - Critical analysis, Gaia theory science - Basis, Gaia theory science - Criticism, Gaia theory science - DaisyWorld simulations, Gaia theory science - The First Gaia Conference, Gaia theory science - Strong Gaia theories, Gaia theory science - Semantic debate, Gaia theory science - Recent Developments, Gaia theory science - The Second Gaia Conference, Gaia theory science - Gaia hypothesis in ecology Read more here: » Gaia theory science: Encyclopedia II - Gaia theory science - Critical analysis |
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| | | | | | | 1983 - February: Encyclopedia II - Hulk Hogan - In wrestling
Hulk Hogan - Previous managers.
Billy Spears
"Classy" Freddie Blassie
Jimmy Hart
Miss Elizabeth
Ted DiBiase
Eric Bischoff
Hulk Hogan - Finishing and signature moves.
Running leg drop / Atomic leg drop
Big Boot
Axe Bomber (Crooked Arm Lariat)
Golden Squeeze bearhug (aka the "Super Sou ...
See also:Hulk Hogan, Hulk Hogan - Career, Hulk Hogan - World Wrestling Federation: the first run, Hulk Hogan - American Wrestling Association, Hulk Hogan - New Japan Pro Wrestling, Hulk Hogan - Hulkamania, Hulk Hogan - World Championship Wrestling, Hulk Hogan - World Wrestling Entertainment: the comeback, Hulk Hogan - Mr. America, Hulk Hogan - Hall of Famer, Hulk Hogan - The Icon versus The Legend, Hulk Hogan - Legacy, Hulk Hogan - Controversy, Hulk Hogan - In wrestling, Hulk Hogan - Previous managers, Hulk Hogan - Finishing and signature moves, Hulk Hogan - Trivia, Hulk Hogan - Theme songs/entrance music, Hulk Hogan - Title history, Hulk Hogan - Pre-World Wrestling Federation era, Hulk Hogan - Awards, Hulk Hogan - Wrestling Observer Newsletter Read more here: » Hulk Hogan: Encyclopedia II - Hulk Hogan - In wrestling |
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| | | | | 1983 - February: Encyclopedia II - Science fiction on television - Japanese television science fiction Known for meticulous use of miniatures and hundreds of sci-fi themed anime, Japan has a long history of producing science fiction series for TV. Only a few of these series are aired outside Japan and even when aired, they tend to be edited, rarely retaining their original storyline. While reasons like violence and sexual context are often presented, these edits are never a perfect solution and needlessly make story confusing. Yet non-anime sci-fi are still largely unknown to foreign audiences. An exception is Mighty Morphin' Power Rangers an ...
See also:Science fiction on television, Science fiction on television - British television science fiction, Science fiction on television - US television science fiction, Science fiction on television - Japanese television science fiction, Science fiction on television - Television science fiction with actors, Science fiction on television - Science fiction in anime, Science fiction on television - Other countries television science fiction, Science fiction on television - Notable series and people Read more here: » Science fiction on television: Encyclopedia II - Science fiction on television - Japanese television science fiction |
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| | | | | 1983 - February: Encyclopedia II - William S. Burroughs - Influence Burroughs is often called one of the greatest and most influential writers of the 20th century, most notably by Norman Mailer whose quote on Burroughs, "The only American novelist living today who may be conceivably be possessed by genius", appears on many Burroughs publications. Others, however, consider him overrated. Others still consider his conceptual ideas more influential than his prose.
Burroughs continues to be named as an influence by contemporary fiction writers like William Gibson. The late postmodern writer Kathy Acker of ...
See also:William S. Burroughs, William S. Burroughs - Life, William S. Burroughs - Career, William S. Burroughs - Literary style, William S. Burroughs - Reaction to critics and view on criticism, William S. Burroughs - Influence, William S. Burroughs - Bibliography Read more here: » William S. Burroughs: Encyclopedia II - William S. Burroughs - Influence |
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| | | | | 1983 - February: Encyclopedia II - Carrie Fisher - Early Life She was born Carrie Frances Fisher in Beverly Hills, California, the daughter of Eddie Fisher (a well known singer) and actress Debbie Reynolds. Her younger brother is Todd Fisher. Her half-sisters are actresses Joely Fisher and Tricia Leigh Fisher, whose mother is actress Connie Stevens. She was married to singer Paul Simon but divorced after 11 months. She is currently dating documentary director Bob Tur.
When she was two years old, her parents divorced and her father married actress Elizabeth Taylor. The following year, her mothe ...
See also:Carrie Fisher, Carrie Fisher - Early Life, Carrie Fisher - Rise to Fame, Carrie Fisher - Filmography, Carrie Fisher - Documentaries, Carrie Fisher - Novels Read more here: » Carrie Fisher: Encyclopedia II - Carrie Fisher - Early Life |
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| | | | | 1983 - February: Encyclopedia II - Coup d'état - Post-military-coup governments After the coup, the military is faced with the issue of the type of government to establish. In Latin America, it was common for the post-coup government to be led by a junta, a committee of the chiefs of staff of the various armed forces. A common form of African post-coup government is the revolutionary assembly, a quasi-legislative body made of members elected by the army. In Pakistan, the military leader ...
See also:Coup d'état, Coup d'état - History, Coup d'état - Recent forms of coup, Coup d'état - Types of coups, Coup d'état - Post-military-coup governments, Coup d'état - Important coups in the 19th century, Coup d'état - Important coups in the 20th century, Coup d'état - Recent coups and coup attempts, Coup d'état - Currently-serving leaders who came to power via coups, Coup d'état - Reference Read more here: » Coup d'état: Encyclopedia II - Coup d'état - Post-military-coup governments |
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| | | | | 1983 - February: Encyclopedia II - IBM - Projects
IBM - BlueEyes.
BlueEyes is the name of a human recognition venture initiated by IBM to allow people to interact with computers in a more natural manner. The technology aims to enable devices to recognize and use natural input, such as facial expressions. The initial developments of this project include scroll mice and other input devices that sense the user's pulse, monitor his or her facial expressions, and the movement of his or her eyelids.
See also:IBM, IBM - Current business activities, IBM - Culture, IBM - Diversity and workforce issues, IBM - History, IBM - Early years, IBM - World War II, IBM - Airforce and airline projects, IBM - Successes of the 1960's, IBM - Recent history, IBM - Facts and trivia, IBM - Acquisitions, IBM - Spinoffs, IBM - Projects, IBM - BlueEyes, IBM - alphaWorks, IBM - Gaming Chips, IBM - Corporate governance Read more here: » IBM: Encyclopedia II - IBM - Projects |
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| | | | | 1983 - February: Encyclopedia II - Cyberman - Technology
Cyberman - Weapons.
Over the years Cybermen have been shown with various forms of weaponry. When originally seen in The Tenth Planet they had large energy weapons that attached to their chests. In The Moonbase (1967), the Cybermen had two types of hand-to-hand weaponry: an electrical discharge from their hands which stunned the target, and a type of gun. They also made use of a large laser cannon with which th ...
See also:Cyberman, Cyberman - Physical characteristics, Cyberman - Technology, Cyberman - Weapons, Cyberman - Cybermats, Cyberman - Costume design, Cyberman - History within the show, Cyberman - Origins, Cyberman - The Earth invasions, Cyberman - The Cyber-Wars, Cyberman - Other appearances, Cyberman - Spin-offs, Cyberman - Popular culture, Cyberman - Major appearances, Cyberman - Television, Cyberman - Stage plays, Cyberman - Audio plays, Cyberman - Novels Read more here: » Cyberman: Encyclopedia II - Cyberman - Technology |
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