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History/Archaeology January 2011

Secrets of the Colosseum A German archaeologist has finally deciphered the Roman amphitheater's amazing underground labyrinth Read More » Take A 360-Degree View of the Colosseum » Dave Yoder Featured Articles ......................................................................................................................................................... Power and the Presidency, From Kennedy to Obama For the past 50 years, the commander in chief has steadily expanded presidential power, particularly in foreign policy Read More » Explore More American Presidents » A Walk Through Taxila The ancient remains in Pakistan represent a glimpse into the history of two of India's major religions Read More » Explore More About Pakistan » In Case of Emergency, Pack Snowshoes In 1933, Charles and Anne Morrow Lindbergh prepared for the worst by packing winter gear before flying over the Arctic Read More » Explore More About The National Air and Space Museum » Featured Comment "Can't imagine the awe and splendor some distant olive farmer witnessed his first time at the Coliseum. I still feel it today just going to a football game...imagine you had never seen a city before...then that display...awesome." — Posted by commenter farang on "Secrets of the Colosseum" From the Blogs Around the Mall The Top Things to Do at the Smithsonian in 2011 » Food and Think What's the Story, John Dory: The People Behind the Food Names » Think Fast Which comic strip was the first to win the Pulitzer Prize? Beetle Bailey Dilbert Doonesbury Peanuts *Answer at the bottom of this email -Advertisement- Discover Spain. A place to be experienced, not just visited. Experience Spain with Smithsonian.com and explore their unique culture. Join our Community: -Advertisement-

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(Think Fast Answer: Doonesbury) Garry Trudeau launched Doonesbury in 1970 and became the first comic strip to win a Pulitzer Prize in 1975 for editorial cartooning. His work appears in nearly 1400 daily and Sunday newspapers around the world.