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Although the Europeans started the First Crusade in order to respond to the religious goal of freeing the Holy Land from the Muslims, the actions of the crusaders were also influenced by the economic and [...]

According to Abu-Lughod, the period that falls between AD 1250 and 1350 is crucial to the history of the world because it acts as the 'turning point' of the previous and current systems. The initial [...]

Proponents of competition assert that throughout history, the growth and development of human societies has always been a factor of competition.

During the period around the First World War, Einstein was among the individuals that were against the usage of violence in resolution of conflicts.

Signed on February, 6, in 1840, it was supposed to signify the recognition of the rights of the M ori people to own the land of New Zealand, as well as the acceptance of Europe [...]

Among the most hidden events that involved western Europeans in foreign lands is the Happy Valley set, a clique of hedonist Anglo-Irish and British aristocrats who lived in the central highlands of the East African [...]

Having analyzed the great history of American people, its great cultural heritage and peculiarities of its development it is possible to conclude that there are some main characteristics which give America its identity.

It is irrefutable that the first chapter of the book is a vivid discussion of ancient territories and their influence in the development of modern empires.

Written by Liang Heng and Judith Shapiro in 1983, the book Son of the Revolution is a classical masterpiece, which highlights the tribulations of the Chinese people during the Mao's regime.

Mandela states that, as a leader, an individual should consider the outcomes of the circumstance and not the tactics to be used in addressing the issue.

In essence, the Twelve Tables were a set of rules that were used to govern Roman citizens by the empire's rulers.

In the fast developing world, advances and progress move countries and nations forward but at the same time, some things are left behind and become a burden for the people and evolution to better life [...]

The paper shall then explore the reality of the cowboy so as to reinforce the fact the image of the cowboy that most people have is an invention of myth and not reality.

However, in her book Fiefs and Vassals: The Medieval Evidence Reinterpreted, Susan Reynolds states that it is inappropriate to follow the narrow discussion of feudalism with references to the concepts of vassalage and fiefs, and [...]

By digging deep into Lincoln's history, times, speeches and writings, Foner has attempted to examine the President's stance on slavery in the United States and his reaction to the issue that greatly affected the American [...]

The following study is a review of the book mentioned above."The Battle for the Falklands" is reviewed from the context of the conflict and what is known to members of the public and the scholars.

The zenith of the narration is in part five, The Savior of His Country and the Light of the World- 1939-1945, where the leadership of Churchill is evident.

In the research paper, the researcher examines the soldier's life from the time before her master shifted to Jefferson City, to her death in Trinidad. At the time the war was breaking out, the nation [...]

During the 16th and 17th century, the Spanish empire was one of the strongest empires in the world. Later on, during the 19th and 20th century, the British Empire became the largest and strongest empire [...]

In this section of the paper, some of the major factors that contributed to the war are going to be divided into three broad areas: The Spanish world domination and the American need to overthrow [...]

The primary difference in the cold war order of the Asia-Pacific and that of Europe was instigated by the reason for security arrangements between the two regions.

The military fascism was a way of expressing the Japanese economic, power and policy dissatisfaction by the west, and it hence contributed in some ways to the rise of World War II.

The life of Ned Kelly continuously attracts the attention of Australian historians, anthropologists and even sociologists, because to a large extent, this person has become a part of the national culture.

Throughout his life he was able to face hurdles which were some kind of a stepping stone towards success, manifested through the empire and legacy that he built with the aim of improving the life [...]

Through the same lens of analysis, Wretched of the Earth explores the influences of race, class, and culture on the colonial domination of vulnerable societies. A key hallmark of the teachings of Fanon was the [...]

In addition to his leading role as a peace and desegregation crusader, prior to his election as the 34th American president and even after his rise to the top seat, Eisenhower was a well known [...]

Most of the other literatures detailing the use of the catapult claim that the inspiration came from the bow and sling, which is well known to be a popular weapon in the ancient times.

It is only through humble submission as evidenced by the willingness to listen to the admonition and suggestions of a superior that the qualities of a good leader can be established in the person's heart [...]

A clear demonstration of the changes caused by the Great Migration was the doubling of the number of African-Americans working in industries.

Eroding economy and weakened power and authority of the central court are among the reasons behind the fall of the Tang Dynasty.

His Address to the Christian Nobility of the German Nation was the call for all German nobles in order to reform the church and prove that the Bible was the only reliable source about Christ, [...]

By any standards, the Declaration of Independence and the Constitution of the United States can be termed as two of the most fundamental and enduring documents in the Nation's history due to the very fact [...]

The freedom to vote for all Americans became central in the civil rights movements, and one of its successes was the legislation that culminated in the enactment of the Voting Rights Act of 1965.

In his letter, King is trying to persuade and win the authority of the white man who in the real sense had acted as a hindrance to the attainment of the various goals of the [...]

The battle of Nicopolis also saw the empire expand into other regions of the European continent but later, other conquests such as the battle of Ankara, the conquest of Constantinople and the invasion of Otranto [...]

Therefore, the salt march movement contributed to the independence movement of India and the replication of similar non-violent movements around the world.

According to Huffman, the Meiji government developed nationalism in Japan. Furthermore, under the Meiji regime, Japan was able to expand and had a stronger military.

The bond between Antony and Cleopatra continued to strengthen and resulted in the return of most of Egypt's empires that had been conquered by the Romans.

A significant outcome of the World War II was the emergence of the United States of America and the Soviet Union as the two world super powers.

This approach sets to highlight the economic history of the society by examining the modes of production used in the society through time.

Some of the measures that Bennett put in place included camps to support the old and sick as well as the distribution of aid to the unemployed and disadvantaged in the country.

The Conquest of Toledo took place in 1085 and played a major role in the history of Medieval Spain as it led to the change of power from Muslim to Christian rule.

Once alcohol had become a part of the community, there was a gradual shift in the health of the people and they succumbed to illnesses.

During Powell's service as the Joint Chief of Staff, he was involved in the decision-making process that saw the US take part in the invasion of Panama, and the Persian Gulf War.

The earliest city built by the people of Persia was the Achaemenian and this is the city that was established and later used as the capital of the vast Persian Empire established by Cyrus.

Julius also lost support from the Senate because he was perceived as a leader of the masses rather than the aristocrats. To some extent, Caesar was a statesman because he cared about the needs of [...]

British involvement in the Atlantic slave trade came as a result of three distinct factors: the expansion of the British Empire into new territories, the need for man power in order to operate newly established [...]

Most importantly, Pytor Pertovich Semyonova role was instrumental in the life of the peasants living before the revolution since he championed the passing of rules that were intended to guarantee the Russian peasants of their [...]

Just to sample the impact technological changes had on the general demographical patterns of England and Wales, a technological invention to improve the smelting of Coke saw the shift in population growth from the South [...]

This was one of the main reasons why there were protests in the United States in this year. As evidenced in this discussion, the year 1968 was filled with protests initiated by a number of [...]

He was the second born son of a prominent man in Corsica; he represented Corsica at the court of the then king of France Luis XVI. The defeat of the royalists earned Napoleon the admiration [...]

The population growth combined with the increased productivity of small parts of the country and the migration of the now landless people in search of work opportunities led to the phenomena of urbanization.

The Civil Rights Movement is an era that was dedicated for equal treatments and rights to the activism of the African American in the US.

Many nations were influenced by the colonizers by the use of the English language through which they were forced to believe and act according to the will of their colonizers.

This letter from Birmingham Jail analysis essay shall highlight some of the issues discussed in the historic letter including King's reason for being in Birmingham and why he felt compelled to break the law.

Some thought the history of Africa started with the story of the Europeans in Africa, followed by African historiography. Therefore, it led to the misconception that Africa has no history and created a gap in [...]

However, the country was concerned with the security of Europe following the rise of the Nazi party and that their military had the capacity to sustain an invasion of its neighbors.

The Viking incursions into England were a significant event in the history of medieval Europe. The Vikings' conquest of England left a lasting legacy on the culture and customs of the country.

Asoka was known for his two major achievements; the first was his conversion to Buddhism, which led to a period of peace and prosperity in India.

In 1814, he began his work on interpreting the inscriptions on the Rosetta Stone as depicted in the documentary, 'Mystery of The Rosetta Stone: Documentary on Ancient Egypt and the Rosetta Stone.' During this process, [...]

Next, in exploring the way Native Americans lived in the mission, the journal explains that Native Americans were required to go to church and could not leave the territory of the mission after conversion despite [...]

The highlight was in 1917, when the U.S.became a party in World War I by joining the League of Nations in fighting and eventually defeating Germany and its allies2. Significant shifts in foreign policy from [...]

His theories and discoveries still shape our understanding of the universe and will continue to be used to explain and explore the wonders of the cosmos.

Thus, the implementation of the "Mountbatten plan" only confirmed the significant influence of the religious factor in determining the political and socio-economic future of India.

This approach allows the emperor to positively influence not only the state of the country during his reign but to create a solid basis for the life of future generations of the country.

Piracy at sea is reported in the ancient Greek and Roman chronicles and is mentioned in the naval histories of Egypt, India, and China.

The necessity to defend the shared interests of workers gave rise to the labor movement in the United States. It acted as a foundation for women's movement and contributed to the movement of Black people [...]

The first chapter of The Unfinished Journey by Chafe reviews the events that happened during World War II in the United States and abroad with American citizens.

The Pipiltin were referred to as the nobles in the Aztec society. Macehualtin were the vast majority of the commoners in the Mexica Empire.

The book examines the stories history of the plantation south, connecting the notions of racism, sexism, and social expectations with the heavy burden millions of black women had to undertake.

The purpose of this essay is to examine the rise and fall of the Roman Empire, including the influence of the Catholic Church and Kings in the secular and religious activities of the Europeans.

Hence, the essay elaborates on the biography and milestones in Cornell McBride, Sr's career as a Black entrepreneur in the haircare industry.

The decline of the Roman Empire in the West that began in the 5th century had multiple interconnected factors. However, the economic and military rise of Constantinople led to the crisis in Rome.

In the end, despite the bewitching story at the junction of mysticism and reality, the nobleman is still depressed and afraid of the court. The words of the Serpent once again confirm that the island [...]

Marco Polo served for 17 years at the court of the Khan, and following his order, he traveled to almost all provinces of modern China and wrote a book about the country.

Chapter 12 describes the events of the colonization of the Americas in 1450-1600, including the conquest of the southern continent and the types of trade that affected Asia, Africa, and Europe.

The presenter of this video talks about the importance of theater culture to the people of ancient Athens. In the days of the ancient Greeks, the people of Athens learned the latest news from theatrical [...]

One of the significant points that stood out for me in the materials was the discussion of bubonic plague, its influence on the world, and its intricate distribution pattern.

However, the reforms largely failed, due to the lack of full support from the emperor and large landowners, with the only positive outcome was the establishment of a national educational system in China.

Owing to the historic social implications these works had in America, reflecting on the connectors, disparities, and the most outstanding aspects of Lincoln's and King's works is imperative to understanding their unique quests for social [...]

The book offers a variety of evidence to prove the case that the human species is not adopted for monogamy. The advantage of this is that it appeals to both academic and non-academic audiences, but [...]

Bolsheviks constituted the largest radical group in revolutionary Russia that played the most important role in the initiation and the course of the revolution.

Most of the practices, way of life, and cultural values of the aboriginals seemed uncouth in the eyes of colonialists. The government made significant steps towards decolonization to allow the indigenous communities to understand the [...]

On the other hand, the value and worth of the material signified the status of the holder. Finally, the Mongolian paiza shows the administration's value of free trade through increased protection and communication in the [...]

It dates back to the enactment of the Indian Act in 1876 by the Canadian regime to approve the Indian Status Administration.

As a result of the role that Charles played in organizing and leading this tour, he was nominated to be the national Aboriginal spokesman.

Although the fighting efficiency of the Nazi troops decreased due to a decrease in the number of available equipment and the transfer of auxiliary units to the front, it was still a formidable force.

Therefore, the study of complex societies has risen in popularity to investigate the formation of states separately from the concept of urbanization. The evidence of African civilization enables anthropologists and archeologists to better understand the [...]

The end of the political conflict over slavery that was one of the main causes of the war between the North and the South was going to be marked with a statue symbolizing freedom.

The given battle was a turning point in Greek history because the Roman Republic became the rulers of the Greek lands.

The Russo-Japanese War was a turning point in the world's history and a fundamental factor for the rest of the XX century.

Evaluating the situation, it appears that the major motivation behind the actions of the major players in this conflict was the distribution of authority in the world which started after the capitulation of Germany.

The main task of these artworks was to inspire and awe the people, to show the greatness and almightiness of God.

The large revenue from oil has stirred the growth and development of the other sectors of the economies thus widening the economic belt of these Arab states.

Despite the permanent suppression and disregard of the authorities, preserving the native lands and culture remains essential and today it is the turn of the Standing Rock Sioux Tribe to hold the fort.

They tell a story of the early life of a member of the Pequot tribe, William Apess himself, and allow readers to understand the struggles that Native Americans live through in the society that marginalizes [...]

Vietnam is one of the countries in Southeast Asia that experienced the United States involvement in its politics in the 1950s Some of the reasons that have been fronted as having led to the involvement [...]

Right to the property for married women and their right to private inheritance and inheritance of the community property belonging to the husband was an essential nature of the status of women in Ancient Egyptian [...]

The objective of this paper is to critically analyze the historic events that escalated as a result of the space race between America and the Soviets during the Cold war.

Depicting the events of the Mexican Revolution through the soldier's eyes, the author criticizes the goals and means of the Federales in these military operations in particular and reveals the tragedy of common people in [...]

In my view, domestic containment was a result of the insecurities and ambitions that were the outcome of the war and that is exactly what May argues, that it started inside the homes, "potentially dangerous [...]

In particular, the paper investigates the Mandatory Oil Import Program and the exemption of Canada from this initiative as well as the historical treaty that was officially appended by the two leaders in regard to [...]

The Europeans considered the strange ways and religious practices of the natives as barbaric and considered it to be their moral duty to 'civilize' the 'sub humans' that they had subjugated leading to a superiority [...]

Evidently, there were considerable differences and similarities in the development of the Ottoman Empire and the Mughal Empire in India, and this paper will focus on their consideration and explanation. To conclude, the Ottoman Empire [...]

Japan sought western weapons at the end of the 16th century, and on the other hand, China sought the weapons at the beginning of the 17th century. The fruits of the response of China and [...]

Introduction: Looks at the events just before Stalin assumed power immediately after Lenin's death Body: Looks at how Stalin came to power and how he tightened his grip using government machinery as well as [...]

United States, which sustained the minimal damage during the apocalyptic war, was elevated to the status of the savior of the new world in the west whilst mighty Soviet Union whose winters not only mercilessly [...]

Mehmed II carried out his ruling in Ottoman Empire outstandingly to a point that he was recognized as a legend for his contribution to the army.

Saifa Empire was considered as the longest dynasty that ruled for 771 years in the Kingdom of Kanem."The major factor that influenced the history of the state of Kanem was the early penetration of Islam"..

The people of the nation are the first line to be affected with how the president handles the state that is why they are very keen in evaluating the current president.

Through the origins of the ideas of Nikita Krushchev, Russia continued to undo the great misfortune and struggle that Stalin had imposed on the country.

Chronicle of a Blood Merchant depicts the life of Xu Sanguan, a factory worker during the early 1950s and thereby traces the history of China when socialism burgeoned, when there was the disastrously ambitious economic [...]

Hammurabi ascended the throne of Babylonia during 1800 BC and he was the from the Amorite dynasty and the sixth king of the kingdom.

He was in charge of the Italian radio team in World War one, in addition to this his invention was valued and appreciated by many scholarly people.

In conclusion, it can be said that passive resistance is the most harmonious way to fight for once rights and achieve the goals.

FDR's New Deal in fact, served as a catalyst for the economy and different programs set the economy to recover from the disastrous effects of the Great Depression.

After Germany overran France in the early part of the Second World War, de Gaulle shifted to Algiers to run a shadow government and lead the Free French Forces for the liberation of France from [...]

In this paper, I will consider the social and political state in the USA so that either to prove or deny the attractiveness that the United States had for the foreign immigrants who saw the [...]

The Haitian revolution was one of the most important events in the history of the New World as it established the first "political state of entirely free individuals".

Professor Black reiterated that the weapons itself is not important, but it is how the weapons are used was more essential in the victory by the Allies in World War II.