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There are a lot to know about American History. In some cases some people rather not speak on that type of subject. Americans have suffered for many decades due to not having equal rights. For the most part, all African-Americans was not accepted for who they were. In the past decades equal rights was not … Read more
The clothing of the Middle Ages, like everything else was decided by the pyramid of power. The pyramid of power was the Middle Ages Feudal System. Medieval clothes provided information about the rank of the person wearing them. From the 11th through the 14th centuries, medieval clothing assorted according to the social standing of the … Read more
A theme that is immediately apparent in Pushkin’s The Shot is “the noble man with a romanticized view of life”. This theme was common during the Romantic Era, the period in which Pushkin wrote, but is important for more than historical reasons; in many ways, such “romanticization” guides the entire experience of reading Pushkin’s storyline. … Read more
Rome was able to control a vast empire due to their military success. According to Bee Breeders, an Architecture competition organisers, Roman architecture was at its peak during the Pax Romana period, a period in which the Roman Empire didn’t expand and wasn’t invaded, and which lasted over 200 years. One of the Roman inventions … Read more
Biography: Queen Hatshepsut One of the most well-known female rulers of Ancient Egypt is Queen Hatshepsut. Hatshepsut was born circa 1508 B.C.E. in Thebes, Egypt to King Thutmose I and his principal wife and queen, Ahmose. She is most known because she was the longest reigning female ruler in Egypt, ruling for over 20 years, … Read more
Simon Bolivar: El Liberator Simon Bolivar was one of South Americas greatest generals. His victories over the Spaniards won independence for Bolivia, Panama, Columbia, Ecuador, Peru, and Venezuela. He is called El Liberator, and is also known as the George Washington of South America. Bolivar was born in Venezuela, where his parents died. He inherited … Read more
“Never do anything when you are in a temper, for you will do everything wrong.” -Baltasar Gracian. Anger is one of the strongest feelings and can cause one to do and say things drastically out of character. The events that take place in The Crucible by Arthur Miller are fueled with fear and temper. After … Read more
We meet the character of Mark Antony three times before Julius Caesar’s death, though he speaks little and we do not get much of an indication of his character. Antony fully enters the play exactly halfway through, when he makes a gripping speech, and his eloquence changes the course of Roman history. From this point … Read more
Nowadays there are huge arguments between city development and conserving the past: some say old buildings should be replaced with modern buildings and shopping malls, because more money can be made from these developments. Some would argue that these valuable heritage sites should be preserved. In my opinion, historical heritage should be preserved as much … Read more
Form The Parthenon in Athens was constructed in the style of the Ancient Greek Doric order, whilst the Temple of Apollo in Didyma was constructed in the Ionic order. This differentiation was due to location and time period, for example the Parthenon was constructed in mainland Greece between 447-438BC whilst the Temple of Apollo was … Read more
The 1920s was a prosperous decade that included change in society and its actions politically and economically. This duration included a period of free living and new adventures. They danced until they dropped and women shared there fierce miniskirts with the public. It was a time of change and the development of a new life. … Read more
INTRODUCTION An artificial bird was the first known robot created around 400-350 BC by Archytas (Origin), who is known as the father of mechanical engineering, the first robot was constructed out of wood and use the steam to power the movements of the robot. The wooden robot bird was the first known robot and also … Read more
Shakespeare’s Julius Caesar opens with the concurrent celebrations of Caesar’s defeat of Pompey and the annual fertility festival of Lupercal. The coupling of the two historically separate events each celebrating distinct gender roles dramatically highlights the importance of gender characterization. Rome’s patriarchal society demands a leader who embodies the virile spirit of the state with … Read more
The early Theaters have been designed by greeks by which the folks would possibly see the performances of humor, disaster, and satyr performs. The concept was showcased by them throughout the Aegean that theaters grew to turn into a top quality of the panorama of each cities. Even the Romans enlarged across the concept and … Read more
If one was asked to name the epitome of medieval English literature, it is very likely that the answer would be Geoffrey Chaucer. Indeed, this world-wide known poet has played a major role in the development of the English language thanks to his masterpiece The Canterbury Tales, among many others. However, a genius seldom comes … Read more
Postcolonialism deals with the lasting impact of colonization, or simply the aftermath of colonialism. Colonialism is the altering of everything of the colonized, for example, their values, standards, culture, and system, in the form of the colonizers. The ideology of the “civilizing mission’ and sense of superiority of the colonizers in which they had for … Read more
The Crusades were a movement of religious wars among Christians and Muslims who started to essentially secure control of the sublime areas thought about consecrated by the two social occasions. In each one of the eight essential Crusade battles occurred in the region of 1096 and 1291. The Holy Land was a bit of the … Read more
Fallingwater, derived from the tumbling waterfall that runs underneath the house, located in Pennsylvania is without a doubt one of Frank Lloyd Wright’s most famous designs which began in 1935 and completed in 1938 for Edgar J. Kaufmann and his family as a weekend home. Edgar was born in Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania and was a businessman … Read more
The Theater of Marcellus was a large entertainment venue located near the Tiber River and was one of the three permanent theaters in the city of ancient Rome. The theater’s construction was originally begun by Julius Caesar before his death in 44 BC and was later completed by Emperor Augustus in 11 BC. Augustus named … Read more
In 1870, The Ottoman Empire ruled over as we know today Palestine. According to record of ottoman there were 87% Muslims, 3% Jews and 10% christens. In late 19th century, Europe was involved in nationalism and 10 different nations lived in Austro-Hungarian Empire who want their own separate homeland and in hyper-nationalism a Jews journalist … Read more
Of course, that is oversimplified do people believe in that the past is real, arguments can inform whether the history existed but will leave that unparalleled. The thing is that there is not any record, anywhere, including the specific and exact fact of any moment of time, let alone any of them. Many edits, people, … Read more
Reverend Hale comes to Salem in response to a crisis in the town. He is the “spiritual doctor” summoned to evaluate Salem during this unusual crisis. His job is to diagnose witchcraft if it is present, and then provide a necessary cure through repentance and/or by removing the “witches” from Salem. Hale devotes himself to … Read more
They started regularising and incorporating songs into scenes. Songs drive the plot forward (Broadway centric music), Protagonist were more active in wanting achieve their goals. The Disney Formula (Introduction usually through song, setting the scene immerse the audience, Want Song, overlays what the protagonist wants, usually this is where we rout and fall for the … Read more
Did you know that the Trojan War was all started because of a girl? Well, the Queen of Sparta, Helen, was abducted by Paris the King of Troy. This was one of the many major events that lead to the downfall of Troy. Other events include the fairest goddess, thousand ships, and the Trojan horse. … Read more
Tecumseh was a Shawnee Indian whose purpose was to prevent the Indians from being displaced by the government. He was known for being long-winded, well informed, polite and direct (Ripper, 2008). Tecumseh organized one of the most successful resistance movements against the United States in the early 1790’s, uniting several indigenous groups into what became … Read more
The following works of ancient art can all be considered to function in part as propaganda: the Victory Stele of Naram-Sin (Mesopotamia, 2254-2218 BCE), the Lapith and Centaur metopes in the Parthenon (Classical Greece, 447-438 BCE), and Athena battling Alkyoneos at the Altar of Zeus (Hellenistic Greece, 175 BCE). These pieces function as propaganda in … Read more
During the Miocene period earth’s climate, had changed from cold to warm. In the Miocene epoch kelp forests appeared and became part of the earths most productive ecosystems. The Miocene epoch began 23.8 million years ago, and ended 5.3 million years ago (“The Miocene Epoch”. The Miocene Epoch. N.p., n.d. Web. 24 Jan. 2018.). Many … Read more
In late February of 1692, Reverend Samuel Parris hired a doctor to look at his nine-year-old daughter, Betty, and eleven-year-old niece, Abigail Williams. They were both experiencing strange behavior and sudden fits. The youngsters were soon determined to have witchcraft, making a frenzy through Salem Village and its neighboring towns that year. Numerous historians blame … Read more
The 1920s are commonly referred to as the Roaring Twenties. The 1920s was a time when the American people were facing massive technological and social change as well as new roles for women and Afro-Americans. Discuss the many ways in which Americans responded to these changes in terms of artistic movements and social behavior. The … Read more
There are many similarities and differences between the American and the French Revolutions. The American Revolution started because Great Britain put taxes on America and they were trying to break free from that. Great Britain was also influenced by enlightenment. The cause of the French Revolution was a result of conflict between the Monarchy and … Read more
Antony’s speech at Caesar’s funeral in Shakespeare’s Julius Caesar was more effective than Brutus’ because Antony used a multifaceted emotional argument, instead of relying on one assertion, as Brutus had. Because of this, Antony was able to sway the crowd to his side, against Brutus and the Conspirators. “[Antony] does not… show the insufficiency of … Read more
Legality, although often intertwined with morality, is not to be confused with it. In Hrafnkel’s Saga, Hrafnkel is a chieftain who makes an oath to slay anyone who rides his beloved Freyfaxi. He generously provides Einar with a job, only asking that he not ride Freyfaxi. Einar broke this oral oath and was subsequently killed. … Read more
“ Charlotte Bronte wrote the victorian novel Jane Eyre with the intention to tell the story of how a seemingly mere governess, Jane Eyre, managed to challenge the notion of what a conventional woman during the victorian era was capable of accomplishing with sheer courage. Jane tells her story through a strong narrative voice which … Read more
The title of Shakespeare’s Julius Caesar is often criticized, argued that it should be titled Brutus, as Marcus Brutus is the tragic hero. However, the title is appropriate, as Julius Caesar, though insignificant as an actor in the play since he dies in Act 3 having a minimal amount of lines, impacts the characters in … Read more
John O’Sullivan, a journalist, was the first to put to use the term “manifest destiny.” He purposefully coined it for capturing the general feeling of the United States people at the time. The feeling was that they harbored a God-given duty of expanding into the West while also promoting the enlightenment of the American people … Read more
Manchuria is a historical region in China that contains modern provinces Liaoning (south), Jilin (central), and Heilongjiang (north) and the northeastern portion, Inner Mongolia, which was attacked by the Japanese in the 1930’s. The Japanese wanted to expand their empire because their population was increasing rapidly. An over populated country would easily be fixed if … Read more
Trade has always been a vital aspect of any civilization. The Ancient Egyptians were wonderful traders. Ancient Egypt was a country rich in many natural resources but still was not self – sufficient and so they had to rely on trade for necessary goods and luxuries. The Natural resources and raw materials of Ancient Egypt … Read more
According to Jean M. Twenge, PhD, author of, Generation, Millennials have been described as a more self-centered, thin-skinned, and lazy generation than any before. Twenge uses data derived from extensive research to give an overall view of Millennials and how they compare to other generations. She found that Millennials, who she defines as those born … Read more
Marie Antoinette was born into royalty on November 2nd, 1755 by the Holy Roman Emperor Francis I and Habsburg Empress Maria Theresa. When Marie was a child, she was often referred to as “Antione” or “Antonia” and was known to be very kind and beautiful. She wasn’t as close to her mother as she was … Read more
The political cartoon portrays the country that was the most aggressive to extend its authority over other nations. The huge character that probably is in a tailoring shop is a representation of the United States of America while the other characters who are angrily watching represent the nations that were against the imperialism of the … Read more
In the nineteenth century, many Americans began migrating westward as part of a greater movement, Manifest Destiny. Manifest Destiny upheld the founding ideal of opportunity, especially through granting farmers free land, compensating Native Americans, and providing jobs for immigrants. Farmers benefited greatly from Manifest Destiny in terms of opportunity. When the Homestead Act was passed, … Read more
Back in colonial Massachusetts, regular people were accused of being involved in witchcraft or linked to the devil. The Salem Witch Trials lasted in the period between 1692 and 1693, where over 200 people were accused. However, only 20 individuals were put to death for this reason. The witch belief began when girls had shown … Read more
Man’s Sin Can Set Him Free A Puritan society to those who have or are accused of committing a sin can be a living hell. The Crucible, by Arthur Miller tells the tale of a Puritan community in Salem that is struck with witchcraft. During this time many are unjustly accused of witchcraft. Many refuse … Read more
‘Mariana’ is a poem by Alfred Lord Tennyson which was published in 1830. This was an early stage of the Victorian era, a time when there was a plethora of social upheavals in England and Europe. As a composition, ‘Mariana’ is a beautiful yet ominous lyrical narrative, featuring themes of loneliness, isolation and rejection. It … Read more
The Civil War was fought from 1861 to 1865 between the Northern and Southern states of America. The forces fighting were the Union in the North and the Confederacy in the South. The main reason for war was the controversy involving slavery. The North fighting to abolish slavery and the South fighting to expand slavery. … Read more
How the scientific revolution connects with the French Revolution. Numerous revolutions have occurred since Stone Age. Humans have been evolving since then trying their level best to survive and trying to nurture themselves in this hostile environment.All of these revolutions have impacted the lives of people and have changed the course of human history in … Read more
The Obelisks of Hatshepsut Contrasted with the Harburg Monument against War and Fascism and for Peace The four obelisks of Hatshepsut, Queen of Egypt were erected at Karnak, temple of Amen-Ra under the reign of Queen Hatshepsut during the New Kingdom era between 1473 and 1458 B.C (“Fragment”). They were built to celebrate her accession … Read more
Ten years following the assassination of Dr. Martin Luther King Jr., people still protested and empathized on behalf of his death, but labor union organizer and civil rights leader Cesar Chavez argues as to why nonviolent resistance, trumps violent resistance. Chavez is able to portray his belief to the people through his strong use of … Read more
As a modern reader approaching the epics, one inevitably brings certain expectations and standards formed throughout the course of our experiences; one’s literary appetite is accustomed to a certain kind of satisfaction, and one of the most valuable rewards in reading these ancient works is having to examine and adapt one’s demands in order to … Read more
The 1820s led to various unions wanting to reduce the working day from 12 to 10 hours. This sparked the interest of the idea of a federation of joining together to pursue common objectives for working people. These first efforts to organize may have been ineffective, but it shown the need for economic and legal … Read more
