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Alexander of Macedon is know as “Alexander The Great,” because of his military intelligence and diplomatic skills in handling the people in the places he conquered. His skills later influenced other conquerors such as, Hannibal the Carthaginian, the Romans Pompey and Caesar, and Napoleon. Alexander grew up watching his father make Macedon into a great military power, and he learned from that. Alexander III of Macedon became king when his father, Philip II of Macedon, was assassinated in 336…

actually have one somewhere in it. The list of so called accidental discoveries that have been key to the history of science would definitely not be complete without the next one, probably the most famous one of all time. Scottish bacteriologist Alexander Fleming was serving as the Professor of Bacteriology at the St. Mary's Hospital in London in 1928. He had just returned from the holidays when he immediately noticed something unusual as he sorted through his petri dishes that…

two purposes, mainly for men. It was handy if you were a soldier and away from home, also serving as a blanket on a cold night. In early Greece, men normally had short hair and grew beards. During the Hellenistic era (a time between the death of Alexander the Great and the rise of the Roman Empire) , beards went out of style. CHILDREN Children normally wore nothing at all, but sometimes they wore cloth diapers. If it was cold, of course, they would be more wrapped up. Children also often wore…

The topic explored was the purpose and use of schematic charts to project the causes relating to a historical period, being the Ancient Greek World. This topic is a period study from within the HSC syllabus (BOSTES, 2009, p.68), where the principal focus is the examination of sources both archaeological as well as written, concerning the forces and the major developments that had impacted and shaped the Greek society from 500 to 440BC. Specifically, this presentation concerns itself by providing…

Philosophical Underpinning: Alexander Pope Whenever religion is “put on the table” there are likely two outcomes that can play out. Either people evade the conversation completely, in order to not start heated debates, or it can have the opposite effect. People would clamor to say their belief is just. The same can be said when it comes to the power of God(s) or lack of. Individuals on one hand would say God works in mysterious ways and those ways cannot be questioned. Others would say, with…

Ancient Greece is one of the most studied places in time. The ancient Greeks developed their own unique culture from the way they ran their government and towns to their own complex form of architecture. The way we study this ancient culture is through their art. The ancient Greeks created millions of unique pieces of art to tell their story. Vases were made to celebrate victory on the battlefield as well as victory in athletic games. Sculptures were created to celebrate the many Greek gods and…

Why is it important to Learn about ancient Greece? A quote by writer Vadim Kotelnikov once said, “If you stop learning, you stop creating history and become history.” Ancient Greece is a huge part of history. The legacies they left behind have helped us develop into the society that we are today- advanced, modern and knowledgeable. We no longer rely on myths, gods or goddesses to blame or thank for our everyday lives. On the other hand, they certainly left incredible and valuable knowledge that…

George Washington was the greatest leader in all of American history. His strategy and tactical skills was extremely advanced compared to that of any other general that the colonies had. He was truly a man ahead of his time. His ability to strategize and pay close attention to detail on a large scale battlefield had a huge impact on the outcome of the revolution. Unlike most of the other fathers of our nation Washington’s only form of education was threw his father and older brother and yet, he…

Juan-Felipe Salazar Professor Ryals Due Date: October 16, 2015 Ancient Greek Concepts In Literature Almost ten centuries ago, the ancient Greeks created a standard for literature and art, to a level of brilliance that has rarely ever been surpassed. These greek writers made works of art that have motivated and impacted many to the present day. Many of these texts and arts represent greek concepts like: hubris, arete, eros, polis, and paideia; these ideologies relate to the influence on human…

Alexander the Great A hero is defined as one who strives for perfection for his or her friends, family or country and is a role model for all in whatever he or she may pursue. Alexander the Great fits this role perfectly. He has multiple attributes that make him a well-rounded person overall. Heroes have the power to make or break their legacy. Their choices have a profound impact on their future as well as the future of the people they are leading. Leaders make vital decisions regarding the…