Chronicles of the Past
What was the main factor that led to the breakup of the Soviet Union? Gorbachev’s decision to allow elections with a multi-party system and create a presidency for the Soviet Union began a slow process of democratization that eventually destabilized Communist control and contributed to the collapse of the Soviet Union. Why did the Soviet …
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What is the origin of names? What is the origin of a name. The origin or origins of a person refers to the country from where the person, his parents or his ancestors come. The origin of a person can be determined from a first name, a family name or a full name for more …
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Who was Martin Luther and why was he unhappy with the Catholic Church? Luther became increasingly angry about the clergy selling ‘indulgences’ – promised remission from punishments for sin, either for someone still living or for one who had died and was believed to be in purgatory. On 31 October 1517, he published his ’95 …
What did the Greeks call their slaves? Spartan citizens used helots, an enslaved group (that formed the majority of the population) collectively owned by the state. Did Persians enslave Greeks? The Greeks had slaves, and the Persians outlawed slavery The Greeks are looked upon as the bastion of freedom, yet the majority of Greek cities …
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What was the most famous protest in American history? 1963: March on Washington More than 200,000 protesters gathered for a peaceful demonstration outside the Lincoln Memorial in Washington D.C. to call for racial equality in August 1963. There, Martin Luther King Jr. delivered his now-iconic “I Have a Dream” speech. What are some recent protests? …
What does the state of the child mean? Legal status of the child means that the child is in legal custody of a biological or adoptive parent or legal and custodial guardian. What is the meaning of state in a country for kids? A state or province has its own government. The country’s government shares …
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19761976 establishes the limitations as to whether a foreign sovereign nation (or its political subdivisions, agencies, or instrumentalities) may be sued in U.S. courts—federal or state. Do US states have sovereign immunity? In the United States, sovereign immunity typically applies to the federal government and state government, but not to municipalities. Federal and state governments, …
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What did Hirohito do in 1930s? Hirohito was emperor during Japan’s militaristic period from the early 1930s to 1945, the end of World War II. Historians have debated the role he played in planning Japan’s expansionist policies. What did Hirohito said? Indeed, we declared war on America and Britain out of our sincere desire to …
What was the ww1 uniform? Troops were issued with the 1902 Pattern Service Dress tunic and trousers, as well as kit such as webbing to help them carry their essentials easily. The jacket and trousers were made of thick wool, effective in the cold winter but stifling in the summer – not to mention itchy! …
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Why is archaeology important to ancient history? Archaeology offers a unique perspective on human history and culture. Archaeology helps us understand not only where and when people lived on the earth, but also how they have lived. Archaeologists examine change over time, seeking patterns and explanations. Were there archaeologists in ancient times? In Ancient Mesopotamia, …
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