One of the exhibits

San Diego

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November 16th 2006
We set off this morning for the 120 mile drive to visit the world famous San Diego Zoo. We made good time until we got close to San Diego where the traffic was quite heavy and slow moving. The weather was great and we were both looking forward to the zoo. After paying the entrance fee we first visited the reptile house where there were numerous snakes and lizards on display. We then took the 'S ... read more

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Britain's American colonies broke with the mother country in 1776 and were recognized as the new nation of the United States of America following the Treaty of Paris in 1783. During the 19th and 20th centuries, 37 new states were added to the origina... ... read more