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World War I was one of the most destructive wars in the world's history. It involved most of the world, which was why it was called a world war. This war had its beginnings in the assassination of Archduke Franz Ferdinand, the heir apparent to the Austro-Hungarian Empire&
History
The feudal system was a way of governing used in the Middle Ages and the Renaissance. In this paper, I will explain the feudal system, its mode of government, and the social classes involved therein. I will also write about some examples of feudalism in literature. The Feudal System -
European History
In 1905, Germany believed that war with Russia was likely. They knew that if they entered a war with Russia, France would side with the Russians because they were allies. To address this, they asked Alfred von Schlieffen, the German Army's chief of staff, to produce a plan
History
One of the many areas falling under European Imperialism was the continent of Africa. In fact, this continent was so heavily "colonized" that by 1914, only two African nations remained independent: Liberia and Ethiopia. Africa was a prime target for European imperialist powers because of two main reasons:
History
The chivalric code was the acceptable way knights acted in the Middle Ages. Knights were praised for being courageous and honorable, and scolded for running away from battle and using subterfuge. Knights could do many things to prove their courage. Being valiant in battle was usually rewarded with land or
European History
Like Germany, Italy used to be a collection of states sharing a similar culture and language. These states would come together in the 19th century and form the Italy we know today. Before unification, the area today known as Italy was composed of six different states, four of which were
History
The French Revolution took place from 1789-1799. It was one of the bloodiest revolutions in history, and toppled the old monarchy in favor of a republic, like the United States. The government had to tax commoners heavier than usual because they were bankrupt from funding the American Revolution. However, the
Japanese History
You might have wondered what the difference between Japan and Europe was during the feudal age. In feudal Europe, most countries had kings who were feared and served by the people of the land. They commanded vast armies and held control over their land by giving land to their supporters.
History
Soldiers in the medieval times used an assortment of weapons that could hack, slash, and bludgeon. The Falchion The falchion was a sword that was one of the most common blades that you could buy as a medieval soldier. It was made from farmer's tools that had been
History
In 1783, the American Revolutionary War ended, and three ambassadors from the newly formed United States went to Paris to discuss peace terms with the British. These were those peace terms: 1. The United States is recognized as a free nation by Britain. 2. The people of the United States
European History
Vikings, were a people who lived in the late 8th to the late 11th century A.D in Denmark, Norway, and Sweden. They went on many raids in Europe, some parts of Africa, and in some parts of Asia and even North America, where they attacked villages, burning and destroying
European History
Julius Caesar was the first-ever emperor of Rome. He wanted to become powerful so that he could end poverty created by the government. He started a campaign portraying himself as a savior and a king destroying poverty. When the senators and governors saw that he was trying to gain power,