The Alexander Technique focuses on breathing, vocalization, and simple movements to improve a patient’s quality of life or performance. Exercises are developed individually for each patient and commonly include lying in a neutral position, vocalization, and observing everyday actions to make adjustments. While each person’s experience in learning the Alexander Technique is different, there are […]
Alexander the Great relied on the linothorax, a laminated linen armor, for protection during his military campaigns. Research shows it was effective against arrows and offered more maneuverability than metal armor. Alexander won battles through speed and surprise, but died at 32 from an unknown illness. He named many cities after himself and one after […]
The Alexander Palace in Tsarskoe Selo, Russia, was the common residence of the last Russian imperial family. After the royal family’s eviction and execution, the palace became a museum and is now a public museum showcasing historical Russia and its culture. The palace is an important site of world history and has undergone renovations to […]
Alexander disease is a nervous system disorder that destroys myelin, which aids in the rapid transmission of electrical impulses. It can occur in infancy, childhood, or adulthood and is caused by a mutation in the GFAP gene. There is no cure, and treatment only manages symptoms. Alexander disease is a nervous system disorder that can […]
Madame Alexander® dolls are made by the Alexander Doll Company, founded by Madame Beatrice Alexander Behrman in 1923. The company was the first to create licensed character dolls and dolls of living people. Today, they produce over 3,000 dolls a day, ranging in price from $25 to $400 USD. Madame Alexander® dolls are manufactured by […]
Alexander the Great conquered most of the known world before his death in 323 BC, starting with uniting Greece and defeating Persia at the Granicus River. He then conquered most of Asia Minor, Syria, Egypt, and the entire Persian empire. He was crowned the new king of Persia and erected Alexandria. However, his vanity and […]
Alexander Miles improved the elevator industry with his invention of automated elevator doors, receiving a US patent in 1887. He also worked in real estate and was the only African American in the Duluth Chamber of Commerce. His invention improved safety and is still used today. Alexander Miles is an African American inventor best known […]
