10 hilariously insightful foreign words. A hydrostatic mower is a lawnmower that operates on a system of hydraulics rather than using belts and gears to run the machine. It is powered by a hydrostatic transmission, which is made up of a hydraulic pump and a hydraulic motor.
Historical Vignette 090 - The Corps Castle Can Be Found in Unusual Places. Strength, pride, heraldry, prestige, and honor. The castle remains the premier symbol of the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers. The medieval castle is inseparably connected with fortifications and architecture. In heraldry, the castle and the tower are often used on coats of arms.
Description of Historic Place. The QuÃ©bec Citadel National Historic Site of Canada is the 19th-century fortress located on Cap Diamant in the centre of QuÃ©bec City. This great stone fortress sits with its back along the cliff above the St. Lawrence River, facing the city.