powerful out of all armies involved in World War One. In 1900 Russia had the biggest army with 1.1 million but by 1914 it had lost half a million to be an army of 0.8 million‚ all other countries except Britain had gained a bigger army. Count Alfred von Schlieffen created the Schlieffen plan and it was a plan that was supposed to protect Germany from fighting the war on two fronts. People were told that - ’Under this plan they would quickly attack and defeat France‚ then turn their forces on Russia
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doing anything. It helps me alleviate the depression and to forget my problems that prevent me from sleeping easily. After every day I get drunk‚ very beautiful things happened; everything is waking up but me. After a night drinking nothing but Zeppelin cider and the cheapest vodka available I am making a slovenly‚ ponderous march towards bed: eyes narrowing with every step and the corners of my mouth dragging downwards. My body is preparing to melt into bed. It becomes for me like oxygen for
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and singing has been recognized by many rock musicians. In a way he helped shape the music genre that we call rock. There are many rock artists that have been able to recognize who Robert Johnson was‚ some of which are The Rolling Stones and Led Zeppelin. According to Wikipedia‚ Johnsons voice held “powerful emotion.” He could make anyone listening to him sing‚ feel the song and fill them with an amazing feeling. Another thing was that when he played his guitar he could make it sound as if it were
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To what extent did WWI change (or not change) European ideas about statehood and nationalism? Sources suggest that Europe’s ideas towards statehood and nationalism changed throughout and after WW1‚ I personally agree with this statement. Nationalism is defined as loyalty or devotion to ones country followed by the belief that nations will benefit from acting independently rather than collectively‚ emphasizing national rather than international goals. There was a large impact on Europe post WW1
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The theme of this book is that your enemies may not always be your enemy and your allies may not always be your allies. Aleksandar is a Austro-Hungarian prince whose parents were assassinated on a political trip to Sarajevo. One portrayal of the theme is that Alek is being chased by “allies‚” he Clankers‚ he thought were on his side. The Clankers are attempting to kill him. Alek would’ve thought the Darwinists‚ the clankers “enemies‚” would be the ones chasing them. He is on the run with his fencing
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The History of Automobiles The long and winding road must have been an uphill climb in the days before automobiles. Leonardo da Vinci played with the concept of transport vehicles in the 15th century‚ but horse drawn carriages and old‚ reliable walking remained the most efficient means of transportation. Thankfully‚ in the late 1700’s‚ inventors concluded‚ there has to be a better way. For well over two hundred years and counting‚ the art of transportation has been evolving. With a multitude of
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History Day ideas Colonial Era • Salem Witch trials • The Stamp Act • “No taxation without representation” Revolutionary War Era • Thomas Paine • Thomas Jefferson • John Locke: right to rebellion • Adam Smith and Free Trade • Bill of Rights • Redcoats and patriots • John and Abigail Adams US to Civil War • Nat Turner’s Rebellion • Louisiana Purchase US Civil War • John Brown • Frederick Douglas
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During the early stages of the First World War‚ technology was progressing and it particularly obvious in aircraft. New forms of aviation were introduced such as zeppelins and aeroplanes. As the war came to an end‚ airships were replaced with the extensive use of zeppelins. The use of aeroplanes and zeppelins was a potent part in the attack and defence of the British main lands. Source A was produced as a poster in 1915 which was one year into the First World War. As a result‚ the source does not
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Critique As a controversial music genre‚ heavy metal music has made a strong influence on American culture and the mass media. While heavy metal‘s popularity has increased‚ a growing number of fans have established a new youth subculture and devoted themselves into it. In the article “Heavy Metal Music: A New Subculture in American Society”‚ Robert L. Gross introduces the heavy metal music and its subculture. He organizes his article in a good way in that he examines five aspects of heavy metal
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radiant clothing was worn among the peace indulged‚ war protestant‚ ever mellow civilians of the time. But what was a major role in the whole theme of the 70’s‚ was the music. Many artists such as Aerosmith‚ the Bee Gees‚ Billy Joel‚ Elton John‚ Led Zeppelin‚ John Lennon‚ Bruce Springsteen‚ Rod Stewart‚ the Carpenters‚ and one of my favorites Bob Marley‚ were also favorites of the people and inspirations to the decade. Rock and roll was played through out
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