Philip I of France

intentional distribution of information, ideas and fabricated rumours to benefit or demoralise the opposing or supported parties. Throughout the history of mankind propaganda was commonly utilized as a weapon of persuasion in dire times such as World Wars I and II, the Cold War in addition to the ongoing conflict in the Middle East. Propaganda has been integrated into our modern 21st century exploiting several mediums since its conception, applying the techniques of art, film, music, literature…

it seems as if the smile fades, then eventually reappears again. It begins to raise curiosity on how the artist, Leonardo, was able to create such mysterious expression. This is a memorable example of Leonardo’s “sfumato” technique. In my perspective I believe Leonardo used this technique because it means blurry, ambiguous, and is left up to the imagination. The Mona Lisa is a soft subject portrayed by Leonardo in the most perfect…

I agree with this view that Henry VIII was responsible for the English foreign policy failures in the years 1509-1529, and this is because he was too keen to establish his presence in international affairs and believed that he had to demonstrate his strengths to his subjects. This way of thought was due to his peaceful rise to the throne and because of his confident personality; Henry wanted to win victories on the battlefield and wanted to establish his image of a Renaissance warrior.…

The Adoration of the Magi Leonardo da Vinci is a famous inventor, writer, mathematician and artist. His knowledge of life and wisdom of the world is shown through his many paintings such as The Last Supper and the Mona Lisa.The Adoration of the Magi was one of da Vinci’s early paintings and was never finished. This painting took six years to be completely be restored from damage of the years of its life.The Adoration of the Magi by da Vinci, made with combined influences of individualism,…

Napoleon Bonaparte, French military and political leader, once said; “a leader is a dealer in hope”. Faith is essential during desperate times, but most importantly, leaders are the ones who spread it. Lilian Tintori is an amazing example of a leader and role model since she gives hope to millions. She became Venezuela’s most important hope promoter on February the 18th of 2014 when Leopoldo López, the face of the democracy movement, mayor of Chacao, and also Lilian’s husband, surrendered…

Napoleon Bonaparte was born in 1769 on the island of Corsica. At a young age, he obtained a royal scholarship that enabled him to study at a military school in France. Through his diverse talents, he later became a lieutenant in the French army. Subsequently, various victorious wars, he became Commander of the French armies. Napoleon soon acquired the faith of the people and carried out the coup d’état. Coup d’état was an overthrow of the directory (the government at the time). As a result,…

A mural that caught my attention would be a mural that could be found in the campus of East Los Angeles College. The mural is located in ELAC's Foyer Auditorium by the artist's Raúl Anguiano called “A Biography of Mexican Painting." The mural is described to be around 70-foot-square long mural and according to East Los Angeles College president, Marvin Martinez "Anguiano captures the evolution of Mexican Art from the golden period of the Mayan culture to the 20th century" (Martinez). The mural…

Battles are a peculiar thing..you fight people in a chance to win either land or power. That was the concept in this battle, power and the chance to overthrow Napoleon. The Battle of Waterloo, as you all know, was fought in the land of Waterloo, a fight between The Duke of Wellington and Napoleon, unfortunately, The Battle of Waterloo was indeed, Napoleon's last. Napoleon, The Duke of Wellington, and the Battle will all be discussed. Rising quickly in military ranks Napoleon became very…

of French influence over Europe developed a sense of pride and belonging to the nation, which is still deeply enrooted in each French citizen today. Where previous leaders had failed, Napoleon stabilized the French economy by creating the Bank of France. As well, he established equality and religious tolerance,…

throughout his intended audience, the people of France. These campaigns were only initiating his career, and with this great impression allowed him to surmount higher potencies, which was only possible with placidity if Napoleon’s trust was kept by the people. The French Revolution was at its final years when Napoleon started to make consequential appearances in France military and politics. During early 1799, France faced more a number of problems where France was defeated in Germany,…