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Julius Caesar
Gaius Julius Caesar was born on July 13, 100 BC. Although patrician descent, Caesar's family had not achieved real prominence. His father, also named Gaius Julius Caesar, was the brother-in-law of Gaius Marius and married Aurelia, who was connected with the prominent Aurelii family; he died about 85 BC, however, before reaching the consulship. In 84, Caesar married Cornelia, daughter of Marius's old partner Lucius Cornelius Cinna. When Lucius Cornelius Sulla ordered him to divorce
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Julius Caesar
In Shakespeare's Julius Caesar, Decius Brutus and Mark Antony, both Roman Senators, eulogize Julius Caesar, each using a different technique and approach. Brutus, in a somewhat arrogant, to the point, eulogy, attempts to sway the people. He justifies conspiring against Caesar by stating that Caesar's ambition would have hurt Rome. However, in Antony's eulogy, he focuses on Caesar's positive traits, and cunningly disproves Brutus' justification for killing Caesar. The fickle Romans waver between leaders, responding
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Julius Ceasar
JULIUS CEASAR Adrian Pena Final Paper Research Bibliography : (1) "Julius Caesar" Encyclopedia Britannica (1990), Volume C, (2) "Caesar, Julius" Grolier Multimedia Encyclopedia version 4 Volume C (1994). (3) " Julius Caesar" Bradford, Ernie (1990), I read over 270 pages of information from 4 different books. Julius Caesar was a strong leader for the Romans who changed the course of the history of the Greco - Roman world decisively and irreversibly. With his strength and
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Julius Ceaser
If one defines the word loyalty, the definition would most likely represent devotion or faithfulness to ones country, friends, relatives, or ideas. In the great play Julius Caesar by Shakespeare, many of the individual characters appeared very loyal to one another, but at other times, they also betray one another. One central theme of the play includes the importance of loyalty and how long it exists. Another theme in Julius Caesar includes devotion, a quality
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July 1, 1916 at Somme
The first day on the Somme, 1 July 1916, was the opening day of the British and French offensive that became the Battle of the Somme. The middle day of the middle year of the First World War, it is remembered as the bloodiest day in the history of the British Army when 57,470 men became casualties of which 19,240 were killed or died of wounds. In terms of British casualties, the first day on
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Jupiter and Semele
Jupiter and Semele 19th century French painter Gustave Moreau was an artist highly regarded for his intricate use of images based on myth and legends to create very symbolic and often haunting paintings. Moreau was quoted saying: "I love my art so much that I shall only be happy when I can practice it for myself alone." In a time when many artists choose to paint classical mythological subjects as if it were a proper
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Juries and Their Place in Society
The first months of war resounded with the collision of the war plans pored over for decades by the general staffs of Europe. The original German plan for a two-front war, drafted by Helmuth von Moltke the elder, had called for taking the offensive against Russia and standing on the defensive in the rugged Rhineland. The plan showed military prudence and complemented the stabilizing diplomacy of Bismarck. But Alfred, Graf von Schlieffen, presided over the
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Justice and Injustice
Socrates and Dietrich Bonhoeffer both believed there can only be justice when the law treats each citizen equally. Socrates was a philosopher who was unjustly sentenced to death after his trial and Bonhoeffer was a Pastor who was hung during World War II. Both men tried to open the eyes and minds of others and lead people towards justice and betterment, and both died as a result of their attempts. These two men lived thousands
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Justification of Absolutism
The Justification of Absolutism Rationality does not necessarily justify the theories behind absolutism; it was more the results of absolutism that made it justifiable at all. In the time of Louis XIV absolutism was justified by divine right and that, especially in the very Catholic French empire, made it acceptable to most people. There were many positive outcomes for absolutist France, such as the creation of a strong standing army and the unity and stability
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Justinian and the Byzantine Empire
During the Emperor Justinian’s reign, from 527 until 565, the Byzantine Empire expanded in wealth, power and prestige. Much of this was due to Justinian’s skilful rule. There were also periods of retrenchment and plague which often makes the period seem an unsuccessful one, although I believe these times showed his quality as an Emperor. One reason that the Empire expanded under Justinian was because of his ability to pick exceptional advisors. The men that
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Justinian Byzantine Empire
ESSAY 1 The fall of the western portion of the Roman Empire is attributed to multiple factors. Many of its people suffered from a series of plagues. Heavy taxation put huge financial strains on the people. Also, the Germans had a large responsibility for the fall of Western Rome. To the north, they were being pushed off of their lands by the Huns. Like dominoes, the Germans proceeded to the borders of the Roman Empire
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Juveniles Need to Be Tried as an Adult
uveniles committing violent crimes should be tried as adults When one hears of a criminal who has committed a violent crime, one does not usually conjure up images of a person with whom he or she would like to spend a lot of time. This is because the person described is a criminal, one who has the mindset of committing a violent offense. No matter the age of the criminal, he or she would be
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K-Mart Timeline
K-mart Timeline: 1899 - S.S. Kresge Company founded by Sebastian S. Kresge. 1912 - S.S. Kresge Company incorporated in Delaware with 85 stores and sales of $10,325,000. 1916 - S.S. Kresge Company reincorporated in Michigan. 1918 - S.S. Kresge Company became a publicly traded company and was listed on the New York Stock Exchange (NYSE). 1929 - Canadian subsidiary S.S. Kresge Company, Ltd. was founded. By year end, 19 stores were operating in Canada. 1952
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Ka and Ka-Aper
The Ka statue of Ka-Aper comes from the deceased's brick mastaba at Saqqara, Egypt some time between 2450-2350 BCE. The Koursos statue of Kroisos was created many years later, some time around 530 BCE, as a grave marker for the deceased hero in Anavysos, Greece which is not far from Athens. The two statues contrast drastically; however still manage to share subtle yet significant characteristics. Ka-Aper stands at an unimpressive 3'7", while Kroisos was created
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Kachina/katsina Doll
We believe they (Kachina Dolls) are personifications of the katsina spirits, originally created by the katsinam in their physical embodiment. ..." - Alph H. Secakuku To understand the meaning of the kachina dolls, it is necessary to understand Hopi culture, because one does not exist without the other. It has been found that the Hopi's main ancestors were the Anasazi, a group of people who at about the time of Christ came to depend on
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Kachina/katsina Doll
We believe they (Kachina Dolls) are personifications of the katsina spirits, originally created by the katsinam in their physical embodiment. ..." - Alph H. Secakuku To understand the meaning of the kachina dolls, it is necessary to understand Hopi culture, because one does not exist without the other. It has been found that the Hopi's main ancestors were the Anasazi, a group of people who at about the time of Christ came to depend on
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Kamagata Maru
The infamous Kamagata Maru incident is the most significant event for Sikhs in Canadian history. It was caused by both the British and Canadian governments, who at that time were extremely racist and intolerant about Sikhs from India. The Kamagata Maru incident in India corresponds to the Indian people's struggle for independence and freedom from the British Empire. While in Canada it is a reminder of the tremendously unjust law of exclusion for Sikhs and
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Kamchatka
Euro 490 Film Paper #1 Escaping Into Maturity Children tend to be the first ones affected during family struggles. We have all been through some sort of family struggle where we needed something to stir our creative minds else where and comfort us during these times. The truth is they all have to do with how we as humans see the rest of the world and how we deal with the struggles of it. In
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Kamehameha the Third
Kauikeaouli was born on August 11, 1813 on the Big Island of Hawaii. He became king at age 11 when his older brother Liholiho died, who ruled as Kamehameha II. For 14 years of his reign Kauikeaouli was guided by Kaahumanu and Kinau. At age 25, he took on the responsibilities of kingship by himself as Kamehameha III. (The Reign of Kamehameha III Website) Kauikeaouli's reign of thirty years was filled with change and accomplishment.
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Kamikaze
During the era of the weak emperor Taisho (1912-26), the political power shifted from the oligarchic clique (genro) to the parliament and the democratic parties. In the First World War, Japan joined the Allied powers, but played only a minor role in fighting German colonial forces in East Asia. At the following Paris Peace Conference of 1919, Japan's proposal of amending a "racial equality clause" to the covenant of the League of Nations was rejected
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Karl Marx and His Critique of Capitalism
Karl Marx and his critique of capitalism The definition of utopia is an ideally perfect place especially in its social, political, and moral aspects (dictionary.com). This paper will discuss the changes in capitalism since Marx?s critique in 1848. Marx?s fundamental critique remains correct today. Marx is still correct about his critique of capitalism because even though there have been changes made to capitalism to prevent some abuses, capitalism still produces inequality, reduces the family relationship,
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Karl Marx's Communist Manifesto
In Karl Marx's Communist Manifesto, he describes the Communists as the party that "fights for the interests of the working class"(136), while in a Capitalist society, the "living person is dependent and has no individuality-----only capital is dependent and has individuality"(84). That is not the case of today's society once you take a closer view at the comparison and contrast of communist Vietnam versus the democratic United States of America through their economy systems, educational
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Katsu Kokichi
Katsu Kokichi was born Otani Kokichi in Edo. He was a low-ranking samurai who was adopted by the Katsu family in order to marry the only Katsu daughter, Nobuko. Kokichi's father, Otani Heizo,. His half brother, Otani Hikoshiro, was twenty-five years older than Kokichi. After their father's retirement as family head, Hikoshiro became responsible for all the family. By contrast, Katsu Kokichi led a life of idleness, never achieving an official post and supplementing his
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Keeble Law
Case Identification: Queens Branch Keeble v. Hickeringhill 1707,P.31, 11 East 574 Legally Significant Facts: The plaintiff kept land to raise wild game birds for profit and entertainment. The defendant discharged shotgun six times at the plaintiff’s pond and scared away birds. On 3rd and 4th days later defendant returned near the pond, shot gun, and scared away birds. Procedural History: Plaintiff claims that defendant attempted to cause damage and loss of profit. Defendant pleaded not
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Kenniwick Man to Belong with Tribe or Scientists
I think the body of the Kennewick man should be kept with the scientists. First of all they're are already in possession of the body. They've been in possession of the body for awhile now. There is a law that says that the natives can have anything on there land however it was not on there land maybe at one point it was but when it was found it was on public property. The
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Kenny Hughes
WASHINGTON (Reuters) - A senior al Qaeda leader detained in Afghanistan (news - web sites) provided U.S. officials with information about an alleged plot to blow up the U.S. Embassy in Yemen, The Washington Post reported on Wednesday. The newspaper cited Bush administration officials as saying the alleged truck bomb plot led to last week's decisions to close the embassy consular office and tighten security around the facility. Officials told the Post the information was
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Kenny Hughes
WASHINGTON (Reuters) - A senior al Qaeda leader detained in Afghanistan (news - web sites) provided U.S. officials with information about an alleged plot to blow up the U.S. Embassy in Yemen, The Washington Post reported on Wednesday. The newspaper cited Bush administration officials as saying the alleged truck bomb plot led to last week's decisions to close the embassy consular office and tighten security around the facility. Officials told the Post the information was
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Key People of Wwi
Key People & Terms People Prince Max von Baden The chancellor of Germany during the final months of the war. As Kaiser Wilhelm II lost control of the country, Prince Max temporarily assumed leadership and played a major role in arranging the armistice. Winston Churchill The first lord of the British admiralty. Although Churchill is better known for his role as Britain’s prime minister during World War II, he played a significant role in World
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Keyboard for Crowd
A finger painting-like motion across the keyboard's surface transforms movement into sound. Meaning "sound in your palm" in Japanese, the eight-inch-square instrument lets would-be techno artists make beats and sequences by sliding and tapping their fingers around the touch-sensitive surface -- kind of like finger painting. Matrixes of LED buttons cover the front and back surfaces and light up as you touch them, so you can visualize the music while you're composing. You can program
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Kgb
After the collapse of the former Soviet Union, terrorist opportunities relate to the vast arsenal of weapons and missiles that resided in the country at the time of the break up. There are several key factors that make the former Soviet Union a possible prime source for the rise in terrorist activities and the rise in threat for terrorism globally. Because of the break up, Russia is on the road to corruption and anarchy with
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