The first great civilizations of human history formed around mighty rivers. Egypt, Mesopotamia (modern Iraq), India, and China were river civilizations, having the natural resources available to feed...
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Ancient Rome, officially established in 753 BCE, became a great empire that spanned from Spain to the Middle East. Ancient Rome is famous for its public works, military, and alphabet, which we...
Exploring Medieval Vocabulary: Words and Phrases You Need to Know
The Middle Ages is the period between ancient and modern times. It involves around a thousand years of European history. A lot happened after the fall of the Roman Empire (476), including...
Breaking Down Mexico’s Economic Landscape: Key Insights and Trends
Mexico, the United States’ southern neighbor, has been home to advanced societies long before Columbus discovered America. It currently is an emerging market economy, on the way up, while...
LGBT and the Supreme Court: From the Closet To The Courtroom
Sex and sexuality are fundamental aspects of human nature. From the dawn of time, individuals who identify as gay, lesbian, bisexual, or transgender have been an integral part of society. Despite...
All Greek To Me: A Glossary of Ancient Greek Terms You Need to Know
Greece is a beautiful country in southeastern Europe between Italy and Turkey. Ancient Greek civilization served as a basic foundation of Western culture. It is the place to study to learn about...