In the mid 1400’s‚ a lot of the people were poor and uneducated. They didn’t know how to read or write. They only people who were educated were the popes or the people working in the church. The popes and the church people really took advantage of the poor and the uneducated. They told them that they only way their relatives are going to heaven is by them paying indulgences. After all of this‚ the Renaissance happened and it changed everything. The renaissance was a cultural movement that began
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Alexander the Great “If your actions inspire others to dream more‚ learn more‚ do more and become more‚ you are a leader.” This quote was once said by a historical figure in American society named John Quincy Adams. To be a leader‚ you need to prove you can be one and what better way than to have people back you up and follow you. Alexander the Great is a prime example of this leadership. He went to great lengths to change the Hellenistic world. From raising a country in to a dominant empire
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Alexander the Great Throughout history the actions‚ beliefs‚ and achievements of certain individuals have changed global history. One such individual is Alexander of Macedon‚ better known as Alexander the Great. During the years of Aristotle came the military rule of Philip of Macedonia. Philip was a great conqueror‚ but not as great or as popular as his son Alexander. The main thrust of Alexander’s reign was that it happened so quickly. With lightning fast speed‚ the greatest mortal hero of Greece
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Muhammad was known for being the “messenger of God” he left a change in the world. Everyone who lived in Mecca had one belief system that they followed‚ believing in a messenger from God. That messenger from God’s name was Muhammad. Muhammad was born in 570 in Mecca. His parents both died when he was very young. He was raised by his grandfather then by an uncle. Sometime after he was married‚ he began receiving messages from God. After he started telling people about them‚ they were put together
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1877 11/03/11 Alexander the Great Alexander the Great is widely known as one of the greatest military geniuses of all time. He is said to have been inspiration for later conquerors such as Hannibal‚ Napoleon‚ and Caesar to name a few. Alexander conquered numerous places while he was king including the entire Persian Empire. From the time he was born to the time he died people knew that this man would be a great leader and conqueror. I believe that Alexander the Great is one of the best
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Conquests of Alexander the Great At the age of 20‚ Alexander III became the king of Macedonia when his father Philip was assassinated. Before he could begin his now famous campaign to conquer Persia‚ he had to take control of Illyria‚ Greece‚ and the Thracian tribes. Once his control of the region was in place he began hi campaign to conquer Persia. Alexander had amassed a large military force that included some 48‚000 soldiers‚ 6‚000 cavalry‚ and a naval force that consisted of 120 ships
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Question: What do you think was the single greatest accomplishment of Alexander and why? Does he deserve the appellation of "Great?" Why or why not? Alexander the Great is without a doubt one of the most prominent military strategists of all time. His name is forever forged in history books along with other great leaders as Gengis Khan‚ Atilla the Hut and Tamerlane. The appellation of “Great” bestowed on him is clearly justified simply by his deeds. Between 334 and 323 BCE‚ he was able to
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Alexander III of Macedon also known as‚ Alexander the Great‚ made a name for himself many years ago‚ but today his “greatness” is being questioned because of research conducted due to modern technology. To be viewed as great‚ one would need lots of evidence supporting they are a well-rounded person. I believe that Alexander had rightfully earned this title because through my research I have only found evidence that Alexander was a man of greatness. Although Alexander displayed many characteristics
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Alexander the Great: Research Paper by Simon Euteneier #997011987 Professor Rubincam Winter-2013-CLA347H5 Alexander of Macedon is unquestionably one of histories most important figures. His conquest and unification of Greece and the Persian Empire led to an unprecedented blending of cultures and peoples. It also resulted in a much-needed period of peace within the ancient Mediterranean and Middle Eastern worlds. Although the outcome of Alexander’s conquest was generally good‚ what was Alexander’s
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Alexander the Great was a conqueror and King of Macedonia prior to the Hellenistic Period. He succeeded to the throne after Phillip II of Macedon’s death brought his reign to an end. However‚ the continuance of the promised legacy his father left behind did not satisfy this power crazed King for fame and glory. Alexander the Great’s resentment towards his father led him to continue conquering because he wanted to overshadow his father. Under his headship‚ his unification of Greek city-states led
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