(Encyclopedia) Isabella, 1296–1358, queen consort of Edward II of England, daughter of Philip IV of France. She married Edward in 1308. Neglected and mistreated by her husband, Isabella nourished…
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Most of the world has a labor holiday on May 1. Why does the U.S. celebrate it in September? Is this just America being "different"?
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