The independent state of Italy emerged from a long nationalist struggle for unification that started with the revolution of 1848. The southern kingdoms of Sardinia and Sicily joined in 1866 and by 1914 only the Vatican and San Marino retained independence within Italy. However‚ a large Italian population remained within Austria-Hungary in the Trentino and Trieste regions. By 1911 Italy had a population of 34.7 million. Although primarily an agricultural economy‚ there was considerable industry in
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here. I would like to forward my deepest gratitude to my advisor ATO Abraham Demissie who has provided me with guidance and direction diligently. I would also like to thank the managers of the four banks especially the manager of commercial Bank of Ethiopia for their support in giving the information required. Last but not least I would like to thank my family for being there for me whenever I need them and for their unconditional support and encouragement throughout my life. ABSTRUCT This paper
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Manchuria & Abyssinia Manchuria and Abyssinia were two nations conquered in the early 1930s. The invasions of these two nations destroyed the world’s belief in the ability and strength of the League of Nations. The authority of the League of Nations was lost during these two major events. This was due to the slow and poor reactions of the league in both situations. The League made inadequate decisions to suppress the attacking nations and this showed the world that the small and less powerful
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-call Zen in Japan; stressed meditation and appreciation of natural and artistic beauty; popular among the elite * Mahayana (Pure Land) Buddhism -emphasized salvationist aspects of Chinese Buddhism; popular among the masses * Wuzong -Tang emperor (841-847); persecuted Buddhist monasteries and reduced influence of Buddhism in favor of Confucianism * Khitan nomads -founded Liao dynasty of Manchuria in 907; remained a threat to Song; very much influenced by Chinese culture * Zhao Kuangyin
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The Abyssinian Crisis The Abyssinian crisis was in the 1930s and took place in Abyssinia (known as Ethiopia today) in Africa. Italy sent in soldiers to conquer the country to increase its colonial empire. The leader of Abyssinia appealed to the League of Nations for help. The League proved ineffective in dealing with the crisis. This had serious consequences for not only Abyssinia but also the survival of the League itself and its principle of ‘collective security’ Italy had already had
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Calling himself "Il Duce" (meaning Leader)‚ Mussolini dreamed of leading a new Roman Empire. In the 1930s‚ he indulged his dreams of conquest‚ by invading Ethiopia and Albania. When the Second World War broke out‚ Italy remained neutral at first. However‚ once it appeared through the Fall of France that Germany would win‚ Mussolini eagerly joined Hitler‚ a fellow Fascist and longtime ally‚ in the war effort
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DBQ: Causes of WWII During the period previous to World War II causes that led to World War II included German attempt of imperialism in Europe‚ pro-appeasement ideologies towards German military expansion‚ and ignoring con-appeasement ideologies towards German military expansion. Documents1‚ 3‚ and 4 support the idea that one of the causes that led to World War II included Germany’s attempt of imperialism. Document 1‚ an excerpt from Mein Kampf by Adolf Hitler‚ explains some of Hitler’s ideas
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the use of the bomb was also considered to be unnecessary by some. At the end of the war with Germany‚ Japan was already ready to surrender too if they could keep their emperor‚ however‚ President Truman refused‚ requiring complete surrender from the people of Japan. While cabinet members wanted to let Japan keep their emperor to speed about the end of the rest of the war‚ Truman wanted to hang him‚ thus prolonging the war. After the war was ended‚ and olive branch was sent to Truman to dismantle
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Final Exam Study Guide Identifications 1. Analects- book of Confucius’ sayings and ideas; written during the Warring States period by his disciples (475-221 BC) and achieved its final form during the mid-Han dynasty; one of the central texts of Confucianism 2. Lao-Tzu- a philosopher of ancient China‚ best known as the author of the Tao Te Ching. His association with the Tào Té Chīng has led him to be traditionally considered the founder of philosophical Taoism. He is also revered as a
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221-202 BCE Han Dynasty- 202 BCE- 220 CE Geographic Description Located on the Yellow and Yangtze Rivers. Expanding dynasties. Moved beyond Yellow and Yangtze River Moved beyond Yellow and Yangtze River; extended westward along Silk road during Emperor Wudi’s reign. P Used the Mandate of Heaven and dynastic cycle for the rise and fall of dynasties. Government was feudalism where local lords governed; given land and in return provided military service to their leader. Confucius theorized on the
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