Category: Civilization
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Western Civilization: Brief Retrospective
The persian wars are often considered to have been crucial to the course of Western history.Why? They were also crucial for the development of Athens. How did the persian War affect Athens in decades that followed? Persian wars were considered to be crucial in western history because they brought change, in that, a peace treaty…
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Relationship of the History of the Western Civilization II Timeline to Historiography
The main relationship of the history of the Western Civilization II timeline to historiography is rooted in the fact that the former focuses on western history since the Renaissance. It also provides an in-depth analysis of various political, economic, military, philosophical, and technological advancements made by the West. However, historiography is a study of methodological…
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Western Civilization: Two Lives of Charlemagne
One of the most well-known kings of the Franconia Empire was Charlemagne. Charlemagne’s popularity stems from the fact that he founded the Carolingian Empire, which revived education, implemented religious reforms, and established civil policy (Sherman 210-211). Charlemagne exhibited great signs of becoming a ruler and, eventually, an emperor. The biographies collected here provide a rich…
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Confucianism as Foundation of Chinese Civilization
Table of Contents Introduction Confucianism as a Philosophy Influence on Chinese Civilization Concluding Remarks References Introduction Ever since the conception of the Chinese civilization, its core beliefs, values, and structures have been attributed to the philosophy of Confucianism. It is considered one of the most influential systems that have a significant impact on the opinions…
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The Impact of the Wars on Western Civilization
Table of Contents Introduction Franco-Avar War The Peloponnesian War The Centenary War Conclusion Works Cited Introduction History is full of wars and regardless of the fact that this phenomenon is considered to be negative, many of them are the basis of significant historical events. The consequences of some wars still affect the population of the…
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John Wesley’s Contribution to Western Civilization
Table of Contents Introduction The Key Aspects of John Wesley’s Life The Key Aspects of John Wesley and Contribution to History The Key Details of John Wesley and his Contribution to History The Effect of John Wesley’s Work on History The Ramification of John Wesley Today Conclusion Works Cited Introduction John Wesley was an English…
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The History of Islam and Arabs and Their Contributions to Global Civilization
Introduction Since Islam stemmed and grew from the Arab traditions, other cultures which have embraced Islam also seem to be influenced by the Arabic customs. Therefore, Arabs and Muslims have cultural affinities, although every group has maintained its distinguishing features. This implies that Arabs are not necessarily Islamic and Muslims are not necessarily Arabs. Islams…
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The Development of a Unique American Civilization
American civilization is indeed unique and distinct with its advantageous geographical position and exclusive history created by brave people. It is difficult to disagree that in terms of its religious and political institutions and national spirit, the United States occupies an exclusive place among other countries. It is an entirely independent culture with its own…
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British Civilization: Queen Victoria
Table of Contents Who is Queen Victoria? Constitutional Monarchy The Empire The Personal Influence of Queen Victoria Conclusion Bibliography The evolvement of monarchy is important to understanding British civilization because the monarchical system has been adopted for several centuries and has been defining, variably, the sociological and political life in the country. This paper is…
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The River Nile and the Egyptian Civilization
The Nile River is one of the world’s longest rivers, stretching over 6,700 kilometers from its source in central Africa to its delta on the Mediterranean Sea. The river and its tributaries provide a vital water source for people and animals. They have been used for transportation and trade for thousands of years in many…