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- 901: Henry VIII
- ... and many good times for himself. Henry was not only selfish but, also handsome and had a hearty personality, he was also a gifted scholar, linguist, composer, and a musician. He was talented at many sports and was also good with the ladies. Henry was the second son and the third child of his father. Henry the VIII died in 1509, the only reason Henry would become king is because of ...
- 902: Persian Influence On Greco-rom
- ... up a Persian influence on the modern day European as well as the ancient Greek societies (267). Another important manner in which ancient Persia has influenced the Greco-Roman world is in the arena of sports and games. Many games which today are considered "European" are actually of direct Persian descent. One famous sport played across the world and believed by most to be a British sport is polo, a sport ...
- 903: Leonard Peltier Essay
- ... caucus room. The group had come to address members of Congress about a number of Native American rights issues: the ecological damage caused by nuclear waste on Indian lands, the use of racial stereotypes in sports team logos, the infringement of hunting rights, treatment of sacred sites to which Native Americans have been denied access, and discrimination against Native American prisoners. The walkers also intended to present petitions representing five hundred ...
- 904: Kurt Cobain
- ... Kurt's time was spent writing his earliest lyrics("The Life"). School life was not much easier on Kurt Cobain either. Unlike most boys, Kurt had little interest in such things as football and other sports. Instead, he enjoyed painting and Puhek 2 singing. Therefore, much of his time at school was spent with the girls("Biography"). For this, Kurt did not have many friends at school. Many thought he was ...
- 905: Holocaust 7
- ... weren't allowed to own bicycles, and were forbidden to own or operate automobiles. Jews were also banned from a number of public buildings and events. Being excluded from drama theatres, movie cinemas, and public sports were among some of the other methods of discrimination and oppression used by the Nazis. As the Nazis took over eastern Europe, the Jews were forced to live in the most rundown, dirtiest part of ...
- 906: History Of Cleveland
- ... on though, just as with the rest of the country Cleveland rebuilt itself. As for the possible future of Cleveland, things are looking good. We have a great baseball team, and with this being a sports city the fact that the football team just returned will only do better for our city. As of right now Cleveland is the 23rd ranked city for population in the United States. Newer exhibits such ...
- 907: Greek Daily Living
- ... describes the Greek view of the purpose of food (qtd. in Nardo 42). The rich men of the city-states had many popular pastimes. Many chatted, argued, drank, raced horses, and spent time at the sports center exercising and showing off (Poulton 58). Some men also enjoyed participating in and watching boxing and wrestling matches (Purves 70). The Olympic Games was another popular event with the men of the Greek city ...
- 908: Grant Hill
- ... Virginia, West Virginia, South Carolina and Detroit Problem: The problem in Grant's childhood was that he constantly moved from place to place because of his father's football career. Another problem was he loved sports but he did not know which one. He first tried soccer and that did not work out. Events leading to resolution 1. When Grant was about five months old, his doctor said he was growing ...
- 909: Gladiatorial Contest In Rome
- ... games also. The women fought in the arena were men fought. An example of women fighting was found on a small stone relief, depicting two female gladiators, with one breast bare, called Amazon an Achillia. Sports today are on a much milder basis than gladiatorial games in ancient Rome. Today those type of games would be considered insane, but for Rome this was part of their religion and probably the most ...
- 910: Fascism Compared To Communism
- ... way Germany's Jews. German education was geared toward physical aspects and the fathering of children. Membership to the German Youth for boys was compulsory by 1936. Emphasis was placed on physical fitness and team sports in these youth groups. Outstanding youths went to Adolf Hitler schools for secondary education, and Order Castles for future party leaders. Control of the economy and war time planning was a must for both nations ...
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