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    Thomas Paine was a Revolutionary War hero, his pamphlet Common Sense was used to boost the morale of the Revolutionary Army and the scared American public. Without him the Revolutionary War and the future of America would be completely different. Paine came from humble beginnings and struggled through most of his life, but came to America and did very well for himself. His story is a true testament to the American Dream, a rags to riches story. He was a great philosopher that believed that power…

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    on July 1, 1961 in Sandringham, Norfolk, England. She was the fourth child of five, with one sibling who died at birth, leaving two older sisters and a younger brother ("Princess Diana." Biography for Kids). Diana's father was originally a Viscount when she was born. Her father then inherited the title of Earl Spencer in 1975, she became Lady Diana Spencer (“Princess Diana” The Biography.com).…

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    In the world of investing, it remains a rarity to come across individuals who possess a wealth of knowledge pertaining to trading. Moreover, foreign exchange remains one of the most difficult aspects of investment. This remains attributed to the unpredictability of determining the valuation of foreign currencies. However, a few business professionals managed to navigate this uncharted territory. Moreover, these businessmen have built a reputation for themselves by becoming multi-millionaires.…

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    water. Often times when one place is hit by a tropical storm other places feel the effects of it depending on how bad it is. For example, as Hurricane Irma hit primary Florida other states around it was affected and it was even predicted places like Norfolk and Washington D.C. would get a storm as well. According to the climate institute, “Recently, a team of scientists published a study…

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    Money may be the root of all problems but it is also what most people strive for. Money, wealth, and status all make the journey of life easier and more comfortable. Many people seek for these luxuries in life, making them greedy. In the play, A Man for All Seasons, written by Robert Bolt, there is a character named Richard Rich, who aims for this comfortable, enjoyable lifestyle. He speaks to the readers as if he is a part of the society. The author uses his character to convey the extent one…

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    someone. I don’t understand the reasoning behind this. My girlfriend has changed my whole outlook on the world. She has redefined trust, family, and loyalty for me. She has stayed loyal to me even when I was twenty hours away. She went to college in Norfolk while I went to college in Toronto. Even though we were in two different countries we still stayed in contact with each other every day. We skyped each other whenever we had the chance. We thought it was miserable while we were apart, but…

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    With the ubiquitous polarization of Muslims and Christians comes a barrage of disputes, misunderstandings, and intense aversion. It is no secret that Muslims and Christians have never established a peaceful understanding of one another. Neither religion makes much of an effort to understand the other or even attempt slight toleration. Seeking Allah, Finding Jesus, a New York Times bestseller by Nabeel Qureshi, offers an opportunity to both groups who have not personally crossed from one world…

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    organize their own police protection ended these contracts and created the RCMP. Second, The RCMP’s uniform is very unique and recognizable all around the world. The NWMP’s uniforms were very similar to the British Armies in the 1800’s. “The scarlet Norfolk jacket was chosen so that the NWMP would be readily identifiable with the reputation of their British predecessors. The original uniform also included a pill box cap, which was worn tilted to the right side of the head…

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    Paine I will work through his life like a timeline. From when and where he was born to when and where he died. Along with his lifelong accomplishments for example his pamphlet “Common sense.” First is Thomas Paine’s birthplace which is Thetford, Norfolk, Great Britain on January 29, 1737 he is the son of Joseph Paine and Frances (Cocke) Paine. He had a childhood with mixed religion because he had an Anglican mother and a Quaker father. Thomas Paine also didn’t have much education as a child,…

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    According to the previous social history from the Norfolk Court Service Unit, Angelo has been diagnosed with Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder and Conduct Disorder. Angelo has received medication in the past for Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder, but he discontinued taking Adderall because of side effects. Angelo told his probation officer at the time that the medication made him fell “stunned and very robotic.” Angelo has shown no indications of homicidal ideation and no…

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