World War I‚ otherwise known as the Great War; a tragedy so big and so dangerous that no other word but “great” can describe it. This particular conflict took place between 1914-1918. Countries sent many troops all over Europe to fight‚ whether it be for the Central Powers or for the Allies. Although‚ America joined late into battle‚ in 1917‚ after much debate and controversy. This war impacted more than just the politics; it also had a major influence on literature and art. These works of literature
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The First World War spanned four years and involved many nation states. World War I began after the Archduke( Franz Ferdinand) of the decaying Austro-Hungarian empire was assassinated in Sarajevo on June 28‚ 1914 by a group of Serbian nationalists. This event began the struggle between Serbia and the Austro-Hungarian government. On 28 June 1914‚ the Archduke Franz-Ferdinand‚ wearing his seven lucky charm and his light-blue cavalry dress with bullet proof‚ and his wife visited Sarajevo‚ the
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Franz Joseph I of Austria-Hungary was born into the house of Habsburg in 1830. He was the oldest of Archduke Franz Karl of Austria. After his father relinquished his crown in 1848‚ Joseph had to become Emperor at the age of 18. He was the last of the Habsburg family to rule over Austria‚ after over 750 years. Right after rising to be Emperor of Austria‚ he lost the war to the French in the same year. He became King of Hungary in 1867‚ though later on‚ due to pressures he turned the two into Austria-Hungary
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than Macbeth‚ and greater"? Banquo is lesser than Macbeth meaning potentially since Macbeth is the King and has more power‚ but he (Banquo) is greater than Macbeth‚ not as happy as him‚ yet happier! 9.What impression do you form of Lady Macbeth Act I? Lady Macbeth has a passion of ambition. Her disposition is
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I have read a book written by菲利帕•格里高利（Philippa Gregory）who is known as the queen of British historical novelist . "The other Boleyn girl" tells the story of the sixteenth Century British Royal History: at the time of the king Henry VIII‚ for family’s status and rights‚ Boleyn’ father and uncle sent Mary who has married to a minister before into the palace. Then the king fell in love with Mary Boleyn because of her beauty‚ they forced her become his secret lover. When Mary was pregnant‚ her sister
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I am legend‚ written by Richard Matheson‚ in my opinion is the best dystopian movie ever. To break it down‚ Dr. Robert Neville is abandoned in New York city while the whole city is being evacuated. A virus is spreading throughout the city. In order to evacuate you can’t have the virus‚ but if you do‚ you will be forced to remain in the city and the rest could leave. Dr. Robert decided to stay‚ but he ordered to evacuate his wife and daughter. He was left with they’re dog. During the morning‚ he would
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Shelby Mazzone 10/24 AP Euro DBQ Elizabeth I was the Queen of England who ruled from 1558-1603. Elizabeth’s reign achieved great success including great achievements in the arts and an increase in literacy. Overall Elizabeth’s rule established political stability‚ although Elizabeth battled opposing views‚ during that time‚ from people who saw a women unfit to rule and superior to men. Even through these negative views Elizabeth responded by applying strong leadership skills
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James I Religion and Foreign policy RT revision notes. -Religious dissension was the basis of an event that confirmed and fueled James’ paranoia: the Gunpowder Plot of November 5‚ 1605. Guy Fawkes and four other Catholic dissenters were caught attempting to blow up the House of Lords on a day in which the king was to open the session. The conspirators were executed‚ but a fresh wave of anti-Catholic sentiments washed across England. James also disliked the Puritans who became excessive in their
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The word renaissance comes from the same French word meaning “rebirth‚” but this rebirth was not in any human or animal but in learning. People had this enthusiasm and crave for reading‚ writing‚ sculpting‚ painting‚ music‚ and many other subjects that would better themselves. They didn’t have this need before in the Middle Ages when everything was focused on God and the afterlife and when many of the people were not allowed to read and learn unless they came from a higher family in society. The
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World War I Test Study Guide Notes Central Powers (Triple Alliance) vs. Allies (Triple Entente): Who belonged to each? -Central Powers: Germany and Austria-Hungary. They were known as central powers because their location was in the heart (center of Europe). Bulgaria and the Ottoman Empire joined later -Allies: Great Britain‚ France and Russia. Japan and Italy joined later‚ although Italy was part of the Central Powers first. -Reason for rivalries: What were the main rivalries between
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