Battle of Stones River

Water is what keeps our world spinning, from plants and animals, to organisms and human beings. It wasn't until this semester, that I received a deeper appreciation of this liquid that we sometimes take for granted. Being around water since birth is what inspired my topic, “Water and Religion.” I was baptized as a baby, and now in my twenties I am wondering why water played such a crucial role. I will dive back in time to see where earths water came from, who were the first to use it, who…

Krishna’s Journey: Divine Love, Epic Battles, and Impressive Imagery The story of the birth of Lord Krishna begins in the town of Mathura located in Northern India. The ruler of Mathura was King Kamsa who was also the brother of Devaki, Krishna’s mother. Krishna was born in prison to loving parents Devaki and Vasudeva. At the time, Krishna’s life was in danger because the tyrant Kamsa was pursuing to kill him. After Devaki was married off to her husband, Kamsa began escorting the couple home in…

The Maya painted murals on the walls of their buildings, they carved structures into stone. Murals varied widely in imaging, they could picture a battle, scenes from daily like mythology, or religious ceremonies. A popular Maya sculpture was the stela. A stela was a large stone slab covered with carvings and writings. Many cities had a stela built near altars in honor of their kings. Another important art form is the ceramics. Pottery…

The French and Indian War is considered the ‘Forgotten War” (Hanson 2014). The French and Indian War, also known as the Seven Years’ War, took place in North America’s region of Virginia, all the way to Nova Scotia. This battle is considered the starting off point for the American Revolution, which will take place in a few short years. Britain, with the help of the Iroquois, and France, with the help Algonquins, were the main fighters of this war. This war was ignited due to the passing of the…

known worldwide group with thousands of individuals belonging to the tribe. They are spread out in many places: Northern Michigan, Southern Quebec, Eastern Ottawa and significant places in North America. Tribes were located on each side of the Ottawa River. They are known by other nations that relate: culture, language (Algic) and customs. The tribe managed to have many meanings, one being “they are relatives” (Tanakiwin.com) however, others believe Algonquin means “at the place of spearing…

built within the Spartan acropolis, and older stone structures beneath previously discovered structures possibly reveal that the Spartans built their religious sites on areas once used for religion by their predecessors. Furthermore, the shrine of Artemis Orthia was built on the outskirts of Sparta and was believed to have had supportive Doric columns and gabled roof. The Menelaion was located 5 km North…

After many wars and improvements to new weapons, Europeans were very well prepared to use weapons during battles at sea and on land. While in China Portuguese diplomats believed that they had an advantage over Chinese governments and turned from negotiations to the attempted conquest of Asian maritime. As in the Inca nation superior technology made Europeans…

and deference of Robert E. Lee and Thomas J. Jackson claimed many victories for the Confederate Army and helped the army endure a long harsh battle against the Union. As General of the Confederate army Robert E. Lee demonstrated his military genius through his ability to anticipate enemy movements. Lee also showed his military genius through developing new battle tactics that positioned his generals to take strategic territories towards the northern border of Virginia.Thomas J. Jackson, also…

Nanjing Road (Tourist Entertainment) The Nanjing Road is going to be one of my first visits in China. It’s about 3.4 miles long and runs east to west. It’s a major shopping street with large attractions for fashion-seeking people. According to Nanjing Road by Travel China Guide, the Nanjing Road began “Importing large quantities of foreign goods, it became the earliest shopping street of the city.” There’s over six hundred businesses along this street, all of which are uniquely different and…

Weapons and Technology of WW1 World War I was called “the war to end all wars;,” however, it didn’t end anything. World War I was the biggest war anyone has ever seen in their time. Some countries were crippled, and some countries were strengthened, the same can be said of families. Over 38 million people died during this horrendous conflict, most of these deaths were civilians. Philippians 3:13 says, “Brothers, I do not consider that I have made it my own. But one thing I do: forgetting what…