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link to A Glossary of Key Terms for Ancient River Civilizations

A Glossary of Key Terms for Ancient River Civilizations

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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link to A Glossary of Key Terms from Ancient Rome

A Glossary of Key Terms from Ancient Rome

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...

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link to Exploring Medieval Vocabulary: Words and Phrases You Need to Know

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...

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link to Breaking Down Mexico’s Economic Landscape: Key Insights and Trends

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...

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link to LGBT and the Supreme Court: From the Closet To The Courtroom

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...

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link to All Greek To Me: A Glossary of Ancient Greek Terms You Need to Know

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...

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