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Genocides In History

Genocide is a blow to humanity at the lowest level when a group of people are treat like animals. That is they are treated less than humans because of their culture, religious beliefs, sexual preferences and even because they are of a different ethnic group. This article explains the events that ultimately lead to the process of committing genocide.

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Colonizing Egypt: A Further Analysis on the Impact of Western Imperialism

Colonizing Egypt: A Review on the Methods of Western Imperialism The first of the Colonization of Egypt series introduces Timothy Mitchell and some of the overlying issues with Western Imperialism. It is a...

0 comments    ottoman european imperialism
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Common Religious Signs and Symbols: What Do They Mean?

A brief tour of the most commonly used religious symbols, and what they mean to those who use them.

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Interview with Dracula

You already know all about my superior, supernatural method of interviewing if you read my previous interviews with Genghis Kahn and Napoleon Bonaparte. Succinctly stated, I see (and interview)“dead people/" Yes, really. I do.

104 comments    dracula ottoman empire vlad
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Emergence of Modern Middle East - Ottoman Empire and Egypt

The 18th and 19th centuries were not times of respite for the Ottoman rulers. They faced constant threats from expansionist European states that devised wicked schemes to split the empire. Within the empire, there was a rising tide for change due to...

2 comments    history egypt middle east
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Busójárás (Buso-Walking), Carnival Of Masked Devils in Hungary

Busójárás or Buso-walking is an age-old annual tradition specific to the town of Mohács, Hungary. Busójárás is similar to a pagan ritual that has its roots in Ottoman times and celebrates the end of winter.

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The Best Light Bulbs for Each Room in Your Home

Learn about the best energy efficient light bulbs to use for each room in your home.

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Eames Lounge Chair and Ottoman

The Eames Lounge Chair and Ottoman, formally known as Lounge Chair 670 and Ottoman 671, are considered to be some of the most significant and influential furniture design pieces of the 20th century. They are beautiful...

8 comments    modern art home furnishing eames
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Five Great Islamic Empires

Area: 2,850,000 km2 The Safavid dynasty was one of the most significant ruling dynasties of Iran. They ruled one of the greatest Persian empires since the Muslim conquest of Persia. The Safavid dynasty was founded about 1501 by Shāh Ismāil.In...

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Sir Arthur Evans - Famous Archaeologist

Famous for the uncovering of the Minoan palace of Knossos on Crete, Sir Arthur Evans placed his own unique interpretation on what he revealed. His controversial theories about the ancient Minoans were scorned by many. Sir Arthur was also criticised for his restoration work at Knossos using materials unknown to the Minoans such as reinforced concrete.

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