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- 11461: First Crusade
- ... the church's authority. Overall, how Pope Urban organized the Crusades was ingenious in itself. Yet the way the men were treated during the crusades was extremely horrific. I don't necessarily think that Urban new what he was getting into by having his bishops spread the word. However, the word was mainly spread by the effective preaching done by the poorer men and by such people as Robert of Abrissal ... this. If it was God's will that these people go on these crusades then was it God's will to kill these people? I still see the Crusades today, as a changing point in world history. These people, although they were partially tricked, decided that it was time for something to change and they did it. Even though it was about 800 years ago, it still sticks out as a ...
- 11462: “how Important Was The Role Of
- “How important was the role of women during world war 1” The early rush of volunteers and later the conscription of men led to a shortage of manpower on the home front. Women, already working in munitions factories were encouraged to take on jobs ... Despite this the war had brought a significant change to their life’s. They began to do things the normally had never done before such as wear trousers and smoke in public. After the second world war their daughter proved to be much tougher to remove from their jobs. The war gave women, who weren’t yet allowed to vote, the chance to show that they were equal to men. It forced many men to change the way they regarded women. More people realized that women could make a contribution in the workplace as well as at home. The first World War could be said to have begun the movement for equal opportunities for men and women. In conclution the part played by women during WW1 was huge, If it wasnt for the womans land ...
- 11463: Ultimately Disgusting
- ... Rights. Editorial. Chicago Tribune 4 Sept. 1996:18. Marks, John. Whatever it takes to win Ultimate fighting is raw, often bloody, and increasingly controversial. It also draws hundreds of thousands of fans. U.S. News & World Report 24 Feb. 1997:46-49. Muller, Bill. Ultimate Disappointment: No Rules Fighting Falls Flat. Editorial. The Arizona Republic 9 Oct. 1997. Sanko, John. Is Bare-Knuckle Brawl a sport or Spectacle? Rocky Mountain News Capitol Bureau 3 Dec. 1995:5A. Semaphore Entertainment Group. UFC History. Online. 9 April 1998. Available http://seg.com/ufc/organization.html Silverman, Amy. John McCain breaks up a Fight. Phoenix New Times Online. Internet. 21 Feb. 1998. Sokolove, Michael. Brutal Bouts Become a Big Event. Philadelphia Inquirer 25 Feb 1996:C01. United States. Supreme Court. Abrams v. United States,250 U.S. 616. Washington: USSC, 1919 ...
- 11464: Ku Klux Klan 2
- ... just words but for legal evidence against the Klan’s inside machinations. For that purpose someone would have to go under a Klan robe and turn the hooded order’s dirty linen for all the world to see. The author decided to volunteer for the job and thus began his adventures as a Klan-buster, in the headquarters of the Klan at the time in Atlanta. The first few chapter Soon ... busting adventures. It portrays the dangers of falling into the vicious business of hate-mongering very effectively and makes us think hard about the racial and social problems facing American society as it enters a new century.
- 11465: Understanding The Cause Of Hom
- ... to the downtown. It makes the homeless in downtown even harder to rent a place to live. Downtown development also diminishes the supply of low-income housing for poor people. As the City raises more new office towers, the vacancy for housing is getting less. In Seattle, for instance, office space in downtown grew from 13 million square feet in 1981 to about 24 million square feet in 1990. On the other hand, the downtown low-income housing stock declined from about 11,000 units in 1980 to less than 6,000 units in 1987. "With the passage of the new housing levy, the City will try to regain some low income units, but today low-income units vanish faster than they can be built." (Arcade 1987) and there is still a shortage in housing supply ... areas. Besides, the qualities of temporary shelters for homeless people are terrible that they think staying on streets is a better choice. "Not only have the lost bed-spaces not been made up, but the new hostels are not as readily accessible to the homeless coming directly off the street. They tend to cater for special needs groups and access tends to be through referral" (Housing Review 1988). Planners can ...
- 11466: Kosovo Crisis
- ... military actions received immediate opposition from a few non-NATO member countries, headed by Russia. Russia, taking the role of a peacekeeper, vowed not to fight to defend Serbia, relieving many of the fear of World War 3. The very involvement of NATO in Yugoslavia raises some ethical, moral and political issues. What business does this organization have in entering a civil war in an independent country? NATO violated the UN ... they've never even met him? Upon examining the Canadian papers it becomes apparent that most of the opinionated pro NATO articles come from the United States. Articles appearing in The Gazette by ways of New York , Washington and other American press agencies contain stories vilifying the Serbs and attempts to justify NATO's involvement. However, editorials and articles written by Canadian journalists and columnists are not so one sided. They ...
- 11467: Korean History
- ... between Japan, and in 1636 survived another 30 years of war with China. By 1910 Chosen lost their country to Japan for 35 years until August 15, 1945 when Korea was return after Japan lost World War II. In addition the Korean people had many of civil wars under Japanese control. The years between 1910 to 1950 is very important time of Korea history. Korea was refunded the country under a US trusteeship about 5 years later, Korea didn't have any power to make a new country. So the United States settled in south part of the Korea and Russia settled North part of the Korea. North Korea became communist by Russia and South Korea became democracy by the United States ...
- 11468: Kkk 2
- ... blacks: The former slaves also suffered from attacks by whites. In 1865 and1866, whites murdered about 5,000 Southern blacks. During race riots in 1866, white mobs killed 46 blacks in Memphis and 34 in New Orleans. In 1865 or 1866, a secret white organization called the Ku Klux Klan was founded in Tennessee. Klan members wore white robes and hoods and draped white sheets over the horses. The Ku Klux ... across the South. Klan members beat and even murdered blacks and their white sympathizers to keep them from exercising their rights. Early 1900's: In 1915, William J. Simmons, a former Methodist clergyman, organized a new Klan in Atlanta, Ga., as a patriotic, Protestant fraternal society. The Klan directed its activities against groups it considered un-American, including blacks, immigrants, Jews, and particularly Roman Catholics. Ku Klux Klan: Pronounced KOO kluhks ... throughout the Southern United States and became known as the invisible Empire. Its attacks helped drive blacks out of Southern political life. The crazy members:Increased civil rights activities during the 1960's brought a new wave of Klan violence. Klan members were involved in many terrorist attacks, including the killing of three civil rights workers in Mississippi, and the bombing of a Birmingham, Ala., church in which four black ...
- 11469: King Arthur And Camelot
- ... of English history. The legend of King Arthur tells of the adventures of an early king of Britain and the knights and ladies who made up his royal court at Camelot. It tells of a world filled with warriors armed with lance, sword, and armor. It speaks of jousts, tournaments, wizards, falconry, enchantresses, damsels in distress, wars, quests, and the code of chivalry. It is a legend that talks of a ... his passing away at the isle of Avalon, which has been shrouded in secrecy. In Arthurian literature, Mordred turns the Knights against each other, which destroys the Round Table and brings King Arthur's entire world crashing down. One cannot help but wonder about the part that fate played in the society where the legends of King Arthur were created. Case in point, had Lancelot not decided to come to Camelot ... other factors which are accused to be contributors to the downfall of Camelot. Lancelot and Geneviere would have been investigated and disciplined had Arthur retained the control a Manager should. Business experts in today’s world have realized that they have to work together to achieve their goals, and discord in one area can inconvenience many people. The discords caused by letting the affair continue between Lancelot and Geneviere proved ...
- 11470: Vegans
- ... conscious awareness; all options are weighed in terms of achieving the highest good possible. This is not to say that vegans are "perfect" or that "perfection" is even attainable or desirable. This is an imperfect world and we are an imperfect species. However, aspiring to do our best, to ceaselessly reach for compassionate solutions, to strive to attain justice for all Life (human and non-human), to live honestly and respectfully ... and to lovingly care for our Earth, are far more realistic and reasonable pursuits than dwelling on impractical issues of perfection. When people choose veganism, they make an ethical commitment to bettering themselves and the world around them. This is a pledge not to be taken lightly as it requires them to seriously examine all facets of their lives. Certainly, animal-free food, clothing and cosmetic choices are a paramount part ... a guide for compassionate living. It is the path of honoring our roots, our planet, all Life, and ourselves. Most importantly for the future, it is a trend in society that is spreading as our world is more informed to its benefits.
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