Workers laughing in a clothing factory. Laughter is a physical reaction in humans and some other species of primate, consisting typically of rhythmical, often audible contractions of the diaphragm and other parts of the respiratory system. It is a response to certain external or internal stimuli. Laughter can arise from such activities as being tickled, or from humorous stories or thoughts. Most commonly, it is considered a visual expression of a number of positive emotional states, such as joy, mirth, happiness, relief, etc. On some
The Boer Wars was the name given to the South African Wars of 1880-1 and 1899-1902, that were fought between the British and the descendants of the Dutch settlers (Boers) in Africa. After the first Boer War William Gladstone granted the Boers self-government in the Transvaal.
The Wars of the Roses is the name given to a series of civil wars that occurred over a space of three decades in England during the Middle Ages.The Wars of the Roses were fought between two opposing houses, the House of Lancaster (also known as Lancastrians) and the House of York (also known as Yorkists).attles Fought During the Wars of the Roses. The first battle in the Wars of the Roses began with the Battle of First at St. Albans in 1455. It ended just over 30 years later with the Battle of Stoke in 1487. This is a brief overview of the dates and places of the battles, including the name of the victorious party.