In the 1st century BC Italy was under the control of a single power‚ the Roman Empire‚ which remained in control until the 5th century AD. After the Empire fell‚ a Germanic tribe – the Lombards – invaded Italy and a network of smaller political entities arose throughout the country (Marino‚ 2016). For the next thousand years‚ Italy became a combination of many city-states‚ in which Rome – home to the Catholic Church – was the most powerful. This period is known as the Dark Ages. During the Fourteenth
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Economic Problems of Italy Intruduction Italy‚ is a boot shaped country in south-south eastern Europe. Italy‚ also known as the Italian Republic‚ is one of the seven most industrialized countries in the world. This lineup includes: United States‚ Russia‚ Germany‚ England‚ Japan‚ China and Italy. Main Industries/Resources Italy is a highly productive and industrialized country. Some main industries are as follows: food‚ mining‚ and manufacturing. Starting with food is Italy’s most recognizable
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Essay - My trip to Italy I could feel the anticipation rising within myself knowing that my trip to Italy was just a few weeks away. I had waited my whole life for this one moment. It was near the month of April‚ and that meant spring break was just right around the corner. To give a little bit of background‚ I come from an Italian family. I have yet to see the beautiful terrain where my ancestors had originated‚ but I do know that my family stems from Naples‚ Terre‚ and Rome‚ Italy. The Terraciano
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When you think of Italy the first thing that people think of is ancient Rome‚ the coliseum‚ and the most famous Italian Julius Caesar. What most people do not know is of what happened in modern Italy during the 20th century‚ Economic‚ social‚ and political changes that made Italy what it is today. Italy ’s history during the 20th century is filled with war and many political changes. In World War I Italy tried to remain neutral but could not‚ Italy joined the allied forces. From 1922 to 1943
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Imagine riding through the waterways of Venice‚ Italy‚ taking in all the beautiful sights and smell of perfectly cooked pasta streaming from numerous waterfront restaurants. If I could be any place in the world right now‚ this is where I would be found. Italy’s rich culture and celebrated history combined with its breathtaking scenery makes it a desired destination for anyone. Some of the main reasons why I would like to be there is to find out more about my family history and see the many worthwhile
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Italy is a great country with many attractions‚ major cities known around the world‚ along with many industries‚ and agricultural products grown there. It is a great place for vacationing and exploring‚ there is so much to see. There is a parliamentary government with a Senate and a Chamber of Deputies. The capital of Italy is Rome and the population is 57‚401‚000. There is so much to learn about Italy along with very much to see. Italy is a country known for many things one of them being its
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Italy and Germany were two newly united nations that emerged in 1871. The two regions that were to be unified shared much history together; ever since they were last united as one under the Holy Roman Empire. When the French Revolution and Napoleon came along‚ both Germanic and Italian states were affected in many ways. Napoleon began spreading his liberalist and nationalist influence in Italy with his Italian Campaign in 1796‚ which later spread to the Germanic states. After Napoleon¡¯s defeat‚
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Introduction 1 Strength Italy is situated is the center of the Mediterranean Sea. The main strength of geographical location is that Italy belongs to the coasts of four different seas (Adriatic Sea‚ Ionian Sea‚ Tyrrhenian Sea and Ligurian Sea). There are two large mountain ranges in Italy: Alps and Apennines. It is a big plus for tourism sector of the country. Tourism is one of the fastest growing and profitable sectors of the national economy. Italian climate is very different.
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DOING BUSINESS IN ITALY Appearances mean a lot to Italians; they judge a person based on the way he or she dresses and carries him or herself. The first impressions they form about someone usually are the lasting impressions. For that reason‚ one should always be respectful when greeting italians and attentive to his or her appearance when doing business in Italy. The greetings are enthusiastic‚ but formal. When greeting someone for the first time‚ one should give a handshake with direct eye
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Ask an Italian where in the world they would most like to live‚ and the odds are that they will say “right here”. Indeed‚ most people – not just Italians – have raved about Italy since tourism began‚ and to be honest the country really does have it all: one of the most diverse and beautiful landscapes in Europe; the world’s greatest hoard of art treasures (many on display in fittingly spectacular cities and buildings); a climate that is on the whole benign; and‚ most important of all for many‚ a
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