Virginia ham, also known as country ham, is a dry-cured ham that can be sold cured but uncooked, fully cooked and sliced, or smoked. It is traditionally quite salty due to salt curing, which removes moisture and slows down oxidation. Virginia ham is commonly served on holidays and as a breakfast meat. It is best […]
The Virginia-class submarine is a US Navy attack submarine designed to engage enemy naval forces directly. It was developed in 2004 as a replacement for the Seawolf-class submarines, with a lower acquisition cost of $1.8 billion per unit. Six submarines have been built, with more planned. They can stay submerged for months thanks to their […]
Virginia is known as the Old Dominion due to its status as the first British colony in America and its dominion status bestowed by Charles II. It was a direct crown colony and was run by the British government through a governor. The state’s nickname was formed when Virginians added “old” to denote its status […]
The Virginia Plan proposed a new government system at the Philadelphia Convention in 1787, with three branches and proportional representation. Although not fully adopted, its ideas influenced the US Constitution. James Madison edited the plan. The Virginia Plan was a proposal made at the Philadelphia Convention held in 1787 to improve the Articles of Confederation […]
West Virginia’s official nickname is “The Mountain State” due to its section of the Allegheny Mountains. It is also known as “The Switzerland of America” for its scenic beauty. Its state motto, “Montani Semper Liberi,” means “Alpinists are always free.” The state seal depicts a mountain scene with the New River Gorge Bridge. West Virginia […]
Virginia Beach is a popular tourist destination with numerous outdoor activities, including hiking, sunbathing, swimming, and water activities. The Chesapeake Bay shoreline offers a beautiful boardwalk, amusement park, and opportunities for surfing or bay cruising. The Virginia Aquarium and Marine Science Center and Cape Henry Lighthouse are also popular stops. Back Bay National Wildlife Refuge […]
Virginia Woolf was a modernist writer known for her experimental writing style and feminist themes. She was born into a literary family and suffered from mental instability throughout her life. She married Leonard Woolf and committed suicide in 1941. She was diagnosed with bipolar disorder and was rumored to have been sexually abused and attracted […]
Dr. Virginia Apgar was a pioneering female doctor who made significant contributions to anesthesiology and obstetric medicine. She developed the APGAR scoring system to evaluate the health of newborns and advocated for the prevention of birth defects before her death in 1974. Dr. Virginia Apgar (1909-1974) makes medical history as one of the first female […]
