In the era of early modern Europe‚ the leaders of many sovereign nations would have portraits commissioned for their one of the most important days of their lives‚ their coronation day. These portraits were created in order to display the power‚ wealth‚ and many other qualities of that ruler. Many of these were extravagant such as Louis the 14th‚ otherwise known as the Sun King. His portrait served as a show of his extreme wealth from his elegant blue clothing that was stitched with the Fleur de
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Derek Gallagher November 18‚ 2013 Comparison of Two Extravagant Rulers in Superseded France AP Euro During the mid 16th century and 17th centuries‚ two tremendous rulers emerged in France. During the age of rule under both Henry IV and Louis XIV‚ France obtained an absolutist government‚ which the majority of citizens supported. Henry IV was more so a compromiser compared to Louis XIV who was at war the majority of his reign. King Henry IV clashes with the characteristics of King Louis
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Alhambra in Granada‚ Spain‚ is distinct among medieval palaces for its sophisticated planning‚ complex decorative programs‚ and its many enchanting gardens and fountains. The Alhambra‚ an abbreviation of the Arabic: Qal’at al-Hamra‚ or red fort‚ was built by the Nasrid Dynasty (1232-1492)- the last Muslims to rule in Spain. The Palacio del Partal (Partal Palace) was built in the early 14th century and is also known as the Portico (Portico Palace) because of the portico formed by a five-arched arcade
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Council| Sanskriti Model United Nations 2017 send vehicles back to the brigade camp to replenish ammunition. The Battle of Dasman Palace Around 0400 (4:00 AM)‚ Iraqi forces commenced their attack on Dasman Palace – the residence of the Emir of Kuwait. Around this time‚ Iraqi commandos in civilian clothes began attacking around Kuwait City. Their assault on Dasman Palace was especially aggressive and continued into midafternoon. Despite a spirited defence by the Emiri Guard‚ the Iraqis eventually took
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Andrew Carnegie‚ The Selfish Philanthropist Andrew Carnegie‚ born on November 25‚ 1835‚ was a Scottish philanthropist who was one of the richest men in America in the 1900 ’s. I completely agree with Carnegie ’s opinion of how the rich should donate their money toward the good of mankind before they die‚ but disagree with his actions toward his workers . He started working in a cotton mill making $1.20 a week only to upgrade to $2.20 working as a messenger boy. He eventually taught himself telegraphy
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Marie Antoinette From the very beginning‚ Marie Antoinette was born as an Austrian princess. She was the favored and most beautiful daughter. Her mother‚ strategically arranged for Marie to marry in order to form a new alliance with France. Just at the age of 14‚ she was married and then became queen of a foreign country. Seems like a huge responsibility for such a young girl... And nevertheless it was. At the end of her reign‚ Marie Antoinette ended up being an unfit ruler and was hated by the
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Brown‚ Aalia 4B Eng/Lang arts 12 Mrs. Landrum-May February 26‚ 2013 The Gunpowder Plot was a failed attempt to kill King James I. the plot was to blow up the house of the lords during the State Opening of England’s Parliament. The plan also included the king’s 9 year old daughter whom was supposed to be awarded as the Catholic head of state. This may have occurred after the hopes of greater religious tolerance was defeated‚ which left many English Catholics disappointed. They had few but strong
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From 1638-1786‚ there were three absolute monarchs. Louis XIV‚ the sun king‚ built a splendid court at Versailles where he looked over the nobles. Peter the Great‚ the westernizer‚ changed Russia from a backward country into a great power. Finally‚ Frederick the Great‚ the enlightened despot‚ was full of tolerance and restraint and had good views on government. He improved Prussia many ways. Louis XIV increased his revenue by taxing‚ improving trade and commerce‚ and gave favors to the middle class
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P1 notes- explain the different types of business information‚ their sources and their purposes. Verbal information- communicating face to face is a method of verbal communication that is used in business. There’s less chance that there will be any misunderstanding because you are communicating both verbally and non-verbally. It is not always practical to speak to somebody face to face i.e. if they are on the other side of the world. In this case communicating over the telephone can be useful
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Chairs were used throughout history. In the 12th century chairs were mostly three-legged stools and benches. In the 13th-15th century chairs added backs and four legs to become chairs. High-backed and upright cathedral chairs were common. In the 16th-17th century as the Renaissance prospered‚ chairs became refined‚ lighter‚ more comfortable and more fancy. Looks became as important as function. A church was no longer the only patron of the arts noblemen were too. But European kings‚ particularly
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