Kangxi Emperor

Mr. Morgan Period 6 10-23-17 Chapter 9 APWH Byzantium and Orthodox Europe Introduction The two major civilizations Byzantine (Orthodox Christianity) They maintained high level of political, economic, cultural life Leaders saw themselves as Roman Emperors The empire lasted for 1000 years until Turkish invaders took over Similarities Both were influenced by Islam Civilizations spread northward Polytheism both gave them a way to monotheism Northern areas struggled for political definition…

All responsibility must come with external stimuli in the form of fault. An example would be Julius Caesar. Caesar was at fault for besieging the city of Rome and ruling over the Roman Republic as a dictator. His decision led to the death of hundreds but also caused the Roman Empire which emerged and spurred a period of learning and technology like nothing before. This question may be complicated but does wrongdoing in the world lead to our greatest Triumphs? This question is explained by…

The Pax Romana Many, many years ago, a time period called The Pax Romana was a very special time for Romans during the time period of 27 BCE to 180 CE. The Romans have experienced multiple confrontations from their enemies over the many years, but this specific time for the Romans was a “glorified time” for the people who lived in the Roman Empire. Why? The Pax Romana represented a time that piece reigned over the Roman Empire. The people who lived in the Roman Empire were free from all power…

An empire is delegated to be the governmental period during a phase in history when a nation is united. Or in others words, a historical period of time were a grouped together power of governments, unite to preserve as a single working government. The collapse or destruction of an empire is recognized and common within the history of the world. Sources behind the downfall of a population or empire are usually interconnected with one another. Justifications such as religion, ideas and beliefs are…

The Fall Of Rome Why did Rome Fall? The Roman Empire was the most powerful Empire, although it did have its downside. Rome was founded in 700 BCE, but the Roman Empire began around 750 BCE as an unremarkable settlement. By 200 BCE the Greek Empire was weakening and Rome was turning into a giant. Rome goes through a fall this was caused some of these reasons include, the soldiers abandoning their armor, the economic corruption, and disease/disasters. To begin with, Rome had a fall because…

“The Relationship Between Religion and Empire” Throughout 300BCE-1000CE, within many empires, leaders relied on their beliefs and traditions as a way to rule over their empires. Constantine, who was heavily influenced by Christianity, sought protection and guidance through his knowledge in Christian beliefs and traditions. Some rulers, such as the Caliph Umar II, sought to endorse their religion as the main belief of their culture despite ruling over diverse communities. Later on, this idea of…

support of government and their decisions of mobilizing the war and civil peace. As time passed, however, civilians started to lose faith in their efforts and were growing tiresome. By 1918, faith had been lost causing Germany to surrender. German emperor, Wilhelm II, delivered a speech days after Burgfrieden was declared…

on events from the Fifth Century that tie the last Roman Emperor and the fall of Rome, into the legends of the Ninth Legion and King Arthur. The movie is somewhat based off of historical facts and makes a slightly plausible story line; however, the further someone would look into history, the more they would find the movie to be Hollywood fantasy. In the first paragraph, descriptions of the cinemas’ account of Romulus Augustus becoming Emperor of Rome, the fall of Rome to the Goths, and then the…

The Devastation of Rome Rome was an astounding empire, coming up with ideas, language, and cultures. It was once a small town but soon became one of the greatest empires of all time. The decline of Rome was mainly due to the fact that soldiers got languorous, the frequent turnover in leadership, and the empire was growing massively. The decline of Rome was one of the most historic times we know about. One of the main reasons Rome fell is that soldiers got lazy. They gave up their armor and…

He held a respected résumé. Not only was he one of Emperor Yongle’s well trusted eunuchs, but he was also highly known for organizing large scale construction projects. In Zheng He: China and the Oceans in the Early Ming Dynasty: 1405-1433, Edward Dryer points out that He’s loyalty to the emperor, courage in battle, and prior leadership experiences made him the perfect man to lead and command the seven voyages. The first…