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    the City of London, Master of Requests, a member of the Privy Council, Speaker of the House of Commons, and in the year of 1529, he surpassed Thomas Wolsey as Chancellor. Thomas More wrote many letters, some of which are in museums up to this day. He wrote these letters to people such as; his family, children, friends, other scholars and government officials. In 1535, at the age of 57, More was found guilty of treason and was beheaded. More’s amputated head was displayed on the London Bridge,…

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    James Dean Michaels was born in London England on May 12, 1971. He was the second of three children, for Lorna and Robert Michaels. The Michaels migrated to Canada from England in September 24, 1974. When James was 3 years old. As a matter of fact, the family settled in the west side of Toronto, and dwell there until this very day. James was a fun loving, sport playing young man throughout elementary and high school; enjoying sports like,street hockey, basketball, biking and football. As an…

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    absolute power corrupts absolutely.” Power comes in many forms, whether it be popularity, political power, or superiority. When somebody is in a state of this power, they tend to corrupt themselves. Though there are many forms of power, one brand towers over all others: money. Once a person has economic power they can and will influence what happens around them, and many will climb to the top of the social ladder. Essentially being in a higher social class gives you absolute power, which…

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    in seventeenth century Europe. Thomas Hobbes served as Bacon's last amunensis or secretary. Many members of the British Royal Society saw Bacon as advocating the kind of enquiry conducted by that society. Bacon Time Line 1561 January 22, born in London to Sir Nicolas Bacon, the lord keeper of seal, and the sister-in-law of Lord Burghley. 1573 April, enters Trinity college, Cambridge where he studies all the sciences then taught. 1576 Enters Gray's Inn with his brother Anthony. Travels with…

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    Adele is the best singer of the current generation with extraordinary vocal facility and capability to pass on the enthusiastic of the music to her audience. She is a motivation to individuals from all kinds of different backgrounds and her intense vocal range helps to build her reputation. Her profound sound has made her a global accomplishment with hits like "Rolling in the Deep," "Someone Like you" and "Hello. There are a wide range of elements which forming Adele reputation as diva:…

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    between Dortmund and other European cities. Unfortunately, there are no direct flights available from Canada to Dortmund. To get there, you'll have to stop in a major international airport like the ones found in Munich (MUC), Frankfurt (FRA), or London (LTN). Germany is a part of the Schengen area, which means that Canadians can visit visa-free for up to 90 days at a time. You can also travel freely within Schengen area countries during your 90-stay trip! To avoid any issues at the airport,…

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    stomp out all Protestants and return England to Catholicism, Elizabeth only wanted to end the mass murder her sister brought upon their country. The characters and environment that Gregory illustrated was strikingly parallel to that of 16th century London; especially when it came…

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    Attack the Block. The BUDGET of the film was £8 million and the FILMING LOCATIONS were in the London District of Brixton as well as consisting of various estates across London such as Heygate Estate in Elephant and Castle, Myatts Field in Brixton, Oval Tube Station in Kennington, Bernerton Estate in Islington and the interior scenes were at Three Mills Studios in the Newham part of the East End of London. PRODUCTION COMPANIES such as Film4, Studio Canal, Big Talk Productions and UK Film…

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    The servant denied any interaction and claimed no knowledge of any of the queen's interactions, he was arrested. The very next day the queen and her brother, the Viscount Rochford, were sentenced to the tower to await trial. Over the next week several of the queen's court were arrested for knowledge of or physical interactions with the queen. In a week's time all but two of them were tried, convicted, and killed. (4-5, Walker) The queen was charged with…

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    their social pyramids with the aid of an unusual benefactor who alters their appearance to turn their rags to riches. However, the similarities stop there. Eliza Doolittle, the protagonist of the play Pygmalion by George Shaw set in early 20th century London, does not only have her appearance changed by her benefactor and mentor Professor Higgins, but her words and actions are as well. While Eliza undergoes these three stages of her metamorphosis into a sophisticated English duchess, Professor…

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