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Augustus Caesar Augustus Caesar was the great grandson of a former slave and was also the great nephew of Julius Caesar. Julius Caesar was a legendary leader who helped the poor and is a personal favorite leader of mine. Augustus Caesar is and was an important figure who redefined European and Roman culture. Augustus Caesar rebuilt critical Roman infrastructure, built monuments, led the creation of the Roman Empire and executed the killers of Julius Caesar. Julius Caesar was

Varangian Guard The Vikings were a medieval Scandinavian culture and fighting force that spread its roots throughout Europe. There was a group of Vikings called the Varangian Guard who were elite mercenaries that sold their services throughout Europe, to the Byzantines, Russia and others. The Varangian Guard also settled some farmland; they were not only fighters. Vikings shaped Europe, as mercenaries, elite fighters and farmers. The Varangian Guard were medieval Scandinavi

Fascist Italy with Ancient Roman Culture Fascist Italy under Mussolini used Roman symbols to gain legitimacy, power and recognition as pathetic as it may seem today. Fascist Italy under Mussolini used the Fasces, an ancient Roman solute, as its fascist solute. Ancient Rome had its issues, but it was almost two thousand years before and the context of its time needs to be included. Also, ancient Rome may have been “violent” they may have had “war slaves” they may have “killed

Manhattan and the Original New York The original Netherlands, in 1661, had approximately 1,500 people living in “New Amsterdam”; the original name for New York City.[1] These people included tavern keepers, shop owners, soldiers, farmers and sailors. New Amsterdam was a far-off outpost of the Netherlands. New Amsterdam was wary of Native American attacks because they had been repeatedly had experienced several violent attacks before.[2] New Amsterdam had as much waterfront

Cotton and African Americans in the American South This is a brief and quick analysis of cotton which is based on one of the best-known history books. The book is Empire of Cotton written by Beckard, Sven. The book is an analysis of cotton based on the Black experience and is primarily an economic and social analysis. The book analyzes the economic history of cotton and the social impact on African Americans. I decided to write this to better inform the public about the hist

Alex Dumas The French Revolution saw devastating violence and tumultuous political change. Alex Dumas was a French General during the French Revolution. He started as the son of a Black slave and rose up to the highest place any Black person would hold until the modern age. Alex Dumas is a story of resilience, beating the odds and the French Revolution. Alex Dumas was the highest-ranking Black man in the white world until Barack Obama in the United States. He was born in th

Ancient Athens How did a small Greek city become one of the most influential civilizations in history? Athens survived the Dark Ages, a time period where civilization was terrorized by the “Sea Peoples”; it later became one of the greatest empires in history. This powerful civilization was known for its strong economy, which was based on taxation of its richest citizens and collected tribute from its allied Greek cities. Athens was a dominant naval power in the M

Persian Letters analysis: the author is Montesquieu Letter #63 First Person Source Analysis This letter was written by a man named Rica to Usbek Montesquieu, a Persian author, is critiquing French society by comparing it to Persian society in the 18 th century- but it's not all completely based on fact- it's partially satirical. Rica is a satirical person who is used to analyze French society. This article was written by a man named Rica. He was writing about the character

Alexander the Great Alexander the Great was the son of the king of Macedon, Philip he is well known for conquering as far as India, but his empire fell apart after his death. Alexander the Great was an extremely gifted and exceptional general. He was one of the most influential figures in history because he conquered most of the Mediterranean and Middle Eastern world East of Italy. He created an empire that stretched from Greece to Egypt to Turkey to India. Alexan

Simon Bolivar: Simon Bolivar was a unique kind of revolutionary…. What kind of revolutionary was he? He was heavily European-influenced, particularly by the Enlightenment, and he wanted to create a South American self-governing leadership. The Enlightenment was a return to classical ideas and the creation of increasing amounts of scientific progress throughout Europe. Bolivar was influenced by the Enlightenment because he took the classical, scientific, and leadership idea

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Black Botanical History African American History Black Botanical History is based on Oak, Popolo, Willow, Mulberry, and Sycamore Trees. Oak Trees were based in Africa and the United States. African slaves were walked around an Oak tree 4-9 times to make them “forget” where they came from and “forget their memories. Oak trees were also in the United States, and they made the African slaves remember their old memories. Oak trees also reminded Africans of their home countries.

Louis Riel Canada’s “Half-Breed’s maybe is where the “Half-Breeds” in Harry Potter come from. Luis Reil spoke English and French; however, he was mainly a French Speaker. Luis Reil was a general, translator, statesman, and parliamentarian. Luis Riel was a Canadian Revolutionary who helped develop and create modern Canada. Luis Reil was a Canadian revolutionary who was on the French side, in a far province from the heart of Canada. Luis Reil led an army of 300 men to fight

Prussia What Was Prussia? Prussia was a precursor to modern-day Germany, which was founded in 1701. It led to the formation of Germany and was abolished by the Allies in WII. Prussia was a kingdom that resided in the areas in and near modern-day Germany; it was founded in the year 1701. [1] Its capital was in Berlin; it encompassed areas including the kingdom of Brandenburg. After World War Two ended in 1947, Prussia was abolished and incorporated completely into Germany.

Germany This analysis is a basic history overview of Germany during World War I. I am using noteworthy and solid pieces of writing/ books to achieve this outcome. The main book that was used to write this was: The Shortest History of Germany by James Hawes. Another thing that should be considered is that World War I is gray; many historians view there being no obvious villain. Germany started World War I as a newly formed country that had not seen war in two generations. Pr

Italy Analysis: Foundation of Italy I am writing about Italy because it is the only country, outside of where I was born, the United States, and Costa Rica. I loved Costa Rica, but I have a spiritual connection to Italy, and Rome, in particular, (not just the Vatican). Italian Unification: In Europe, Italy was one of the last countries to unify into a single country. Italy was finally unified in 1902 CE. The major players in Italian unification were Garibaldi, Sicily, Pie

Italy: The Medieval Era Town of Florence Florence is the home of Fiorentina, the Italian soccer team that typically is mid table or better. Florence is near the mountains and is important because of its outsized cultural and religious contributions to the world and especially Italian culture. The Medici’s sponsored major artists, including Leonardo De Vinci. Florence was the home of the Medici family and a cultural revolution that led to worldwide influence and later the cre

Hannibal Barca was one of the most talented and best generals of all time; he is still studied today. Hannibal is one of the most influential generals of all time; his particular genius moment was the Battle of Cannae. Hannibal Barca was the Carthaginian general who was the most successful general that attacked Rome until almost the fall of the Western Roman Empire in 453 BCE. The Carthaginian general Hannibal took five months to go from southern Spain to the Po Valley which

The Aequians James Sterrett February 8 th , 2026 The ancient Aequians were hill-peoples that were moderately dangerous enemies of Rome. They were cunning, good soldiers, lived in the hills and finally were able to take Latium at one point. The ancient Aequians were some of Rome’s stronger and more organized enemies in the 5 th century BCE. The Aequian’s were hill people’s outside of 5 th century Rome’s borders. The Aequians were hill people that frequently went

Lucius Sextus: Roman Plebian Tribune: Lucius Sextus was a Plebian Tribune in this position from 476 BCE- 468BCE. Lucius Sextus was an elected Plebian Tribune managing Rome. Lucius Sextus tried to pass a bill sending settlers to Bolae (ancient Latium city). [1] Bolae was passed between the Roman’s and their enemies around the late 5 th century BCE. Lucius Sextus was a great speaker according to Livy. A quote directly from Livy; “ Sextus, the tribune, who was an effective spe