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Some Songs About Jerusalem: With a Few Explanations
People have been singing about cities since there were cities. What makes songs about Jerusalem different?
Author: Dmitri Gheorgheni
The U-Boat Story, Birkenhead, Wirral, UK
The U-Boat Story in the Woodside Ferry Terminal in Birkenhead is a museum dedicated to the preservation and exploration of the German submarine U-534.
Author: SashaQ
Topical: John Deacon of Queen
Bassman John Deacon was born on 19 August, 1951
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Are you one of those who heaved a sigh of relief at the end of the World Cup? Do some of you feel that there is just too much sport in the summer? Come to think of it, do you dislike any activity that's done in a huge crowd? Do you swim against the stream when it comes to how to spend your leisure time? Do others think you've 'missed out', while you feel you've found your private heaven? We want you to tell us all about it! Share your stories of the alternative route!
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- Some Songs About Jerusalem: With a Few Explanations13th August 2018
- The U-Boat Story, Birkenhead, Wirral, UK13th August 2018
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