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Brown, Mather
(Encyclopedia)Brown, Mather, 1761–1831, American portrait and historical painter, b. Boston. He studied under Benjamin West in London and continued to work in England. His portraits include those of George IV (Bu...brown algae
(Encyclopedia)brown algae: see Phaeophyta.brown coal
(Encyclopedia)brown coal: see lignite.brown hematite
(Encyclopedia)brown hematite: see limonite.World Education Fellowship
(Encyclopedia)World Education Fellowship: see New Education Fellowship. ...Almirante Brown
(Encyclopedia)Almirante Brown, Argentina: see Adrogué. ...brown thrush
(Encyclopedia)brown thrush: see mimic thrush.Brown Swiss cattle
(Encyclopedia)Brown Swiss cattle, one of the oldest breeds of cattle, originating in Switzerland where the cows were used as triple-purpose animals (dairy, beef, and draft). They are large, fleshy, and slow-maturin...Brown, Walter Folger
(Encyclopedia)Brown, Walter Folger fōlˈjər [key], 1869–1961, American cabinet officer, b. Massillon, Ohio. A lawyer of Toledo, Ohio, he became prominent in Republican politics and was (1927–29) Assistant Sec...physical education and training
(Encyclopedia)physical education and training, organized instruction in motor activities that contribute to the physical growth, health, and body image of the individual. The historical roots of physical education ...Browse by Subject
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