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Why did the Roman Empire not spread and conquer the entire world?
Rome brought civilization by the sword to much of the ancient world. Could Rome have spread all around the globe?
3 commentsBritish Airline History
The British airline industry has endured two world wars and numerous financial straits since it first began in the early 1900's. A plethora of mergers and changes to the corporate landscape have helped Britain retain one of the world's largest, most organized airline industry's. Find out more about the history of the British airline industry here.
8 commentsStar Trek v Star Wars: Captain Kirk or Luke Skywalker
Which science fiction / fantasy saga is better? Star Trek or Star Wars? Can the uss enterprise outmaneuver the star destroyer? Is Spock more interesting than Yoda? Are Jedis cooler than the Picard's elite officers? Find out once and for all.
19 commentsFacts of Japan - Top 10 Places to Visit
1.Ginza District Ginza district is one of the special places to go in Japan. It is the upscale area and it is full of elegant cafes, designer boutiques, dining restaurants and department stores. This is one of the most luxurious and expensive...
7 commentsWHY DID THE DECOLONISATION OF AFRICA TAKE PLACE SO RAPIDLY IN THE YEARS AROUND 1960's?
The decolonization of Africa was originally based upon Britain’s method of tutelage: to gradually transfer power in order to install stable democracies. But Macmillan’s “wind of change” speech in 1960 marked a dramatic change, suggesting...
21 commentsFrank Lloyd Wright and Japanese Woodblock Prints
Early Years and Career It came as a surprise to me that such a renowned architect as Frank Lloyd Wright (1867-1959) was a fan and collector of Japanese woodblock prints and that especially in his later years, he relied on the profit from selling...
2 commentsCrown Jewels Of Britain
One of the most priceless collections in the entire world is the British Crown Jewels. This group of regal regalia consists of crowns, scepters, orbs, swords, rings, spurs, as well as the special garments donned by the Monarch for ceremonial events,...
18 commentsWorld’s Best Easter Eggs: the Gifts of Fabergé
Of all the Easter Eggs ever made and gifted, there is a particular collection that exists as a testament of craftsmanship and genius. They were gifted as an expression of love and adulation, represent a continued legacy from father to son.They are the brainchild of a man who is perhaps the best known jeweller in the world, Peter Karl Fabergé .
27 commentsForbidden Gardens in Katy, Tx ~ Sightseeing near Houston ~ WOW!
See numerous photos of Emperor Qin's 6,000 piece terra cotta army, an exact replica of China's Forbidden City and other related items at what used to be a unique attraction just west of Houston. We learned much about lifestyles of the Emperor and his court and even regarding his tomb and legacy which will be shared here.
41 commentsAnalysis of The Wretched of the Earth by Frantz Fanon and Colonialism
The Wretched of the Earth or Les Damnés de la Terre is written by Frantz Fanon during the Algerian struggle for independence from colonial rule. As a psychiatrist, Fanon explored the psychological effect of colonization on the psyche of a nation as well as its broader implications for building a movement for decolonization. He also explores the need for nation building and how the newly independent countries can rise from poverty and succeed on the world stage.
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