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From approximately 3100 BCE until around 1075 BCE, ancient Egypt was ruled by 20 different dynasties. The length of the dynasties varied: some, such as those during the First and Second Intermediate periods could be quite short, while the Thirteenth and 18th Dynasties each contained more a one dozen kings and ruled over the Nile Valley for around 200 years each. Although the first 20 Egyptian dynasties varied in number of rulers and length, most shared...
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Journey into the mystical and magical world of Hoodoo-from its African origins to its development in America.
Hoodoo was a secret craft created by enslaved Africans in America to protect them from harm with the help of higher beings and their ancestors.
It evolved from various traditional African religions and practices, and in the American South, incorporated elements of indigenous botanical knowledge. These practices taught believers how to invoke...
84) History of New York State: A Captivating Guide to Historical Events and Facts You Should Know About
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Explore the history of New York State, the Empire State!
Do you know the WHOLE story of the State of New York, from the first human inhabitants to the years it was a Dutch colony? The state produced four presidents, was the first in many areas, and created its own state of mind.
What made New York into the state it has become? Was there something unique about Manhattan Island? Was there something about the people that made them so successful? Why...
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Pope John Paul I (born Albino Luciani). He lived from Oct. 17, 1912 to Sept 28, 1978. He reigned as Pope from August 26, 1978 to his unexpected death 33 days later. He was the first pope to have been born in the twentieth century. His reign is among the shortest in papal history. This speech is delivered in Latin.
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Created in 1942, the Navajo code talker units of the US Marine Corps relayed radio and phone messages in their native dialect during World War II combat operations. The method was fast and indecipherable to enemy eavesdroppers, as Navajo is an unwritten language of extreme complexity--with its syntax, tonal qualities and various dialects--making it unintelligible to anyone without extensive exposure and training. It has no alphabet or symbols, and...
87) European History Stories: 50 True and Fascinating Tales of Major Events and People From Europe's
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Embark on a Time-Traveling Adventure into the Heart of Europe's Past!
Are you mesmerized by the grand tapestry of Europe's history?
Do you seek to unravel the stories and personalities that have shaped a continent?
Are you captivated by the interplay of political intrigue, cultural revolutions, and scientific advancements in European history?
"European History Stories: 50 True and Fascinating Tales of Major Events and People" is your portal to...
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"Martin King tells the human side of the story of the Battle of the Bulge better than anyone."
Commander Jeffrey Barta, US Navy (retired)
"I have walked the battlefields with Martin King, who has traversed them countless times with veterans of the Bulge. No one knows this story like Martin, and no one can tell it quite the way he does."
Rick Beyer, New York Times bestselling author of The Ghost Army of World War II
The vortex of a tornado...
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Sir Ernest Henry Shackleton (1874 - 1922) was a polar explorer who led three British expeditions to the Antarctic. During the second expedition, from 1907 to 1909, he and three companions established a new record for the "farthest South latitude," which was 97 miles from the South Pole and the closest in pole exploration history. Members of his team also climbed Mount Erebus, the most active volcano on Antarctica. For these achievements, Shackleton...
91) History of Wyoming: A Captivating Guide to Historical Events and Facts You Should Know About the
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If you want to discover the captivating history of Wyoming, its vast landscapes, and its role in shaping the nation, then keep reading...
Wyoming, a state often overshadowed by its majestic neighbors, holds secrets and stories that have remained untold for too long. But why, despite its significant role in the fabric of America, has Wyoming's intricate history been left in the shadows?
Unraveling the tales of this state requires a dive into its...
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Anfang des 17. Jahrhunderts sorgten die mysteriösen Schriften eines deutschen Geheimbundes in ganz Europa für Furore. Die Rosenkreuzer, so der Name der Bruderschaft, beanspruchten uraltes mystisch-alchemistisches Geheimwissen für sich und proklamierten eine Erneuerung des Christentums. Niemand wusste, wer sich genau hinter dem Zirkel verbarg - und ob es ihn tatsächlich gab. Doch der geheime Orden überdauerte die Zeit: Im 18. Jahrhundert bestieg...
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"Revoluciones De la Historia" es un fascinante viaje a través de los momentos más revolucionarios que han moldeado el curso de la humanidad. Desde las antiguas rebeliones hasta los levantamientos modernos, este libro examina las fuerzas que han desencadenado cambios sísmicos en sociedades de todo el mundo. Con un enfoque cautivador y accesible, explora las causas, los actores y las repercusiones de estas tumultuosas transformaciones, revelando...
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Unlocking Egypt's Ancient Mysteries: A Journey into the Land of the Pharaohs
Have you ever wondered about the enigmatic world of Ancient Egypt? Are you fascinated by the mysteries that shroud this ancient civilization?
Do you ponder:
• What secrets lie behind the grandeur of the pyramids and the Sphinx?
• How did the Ancient Egyptians build a society that flourished for centuries?
• Is there a guide that unveils the hidden facets...
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Die lustige, traurige, spannende, lehrreiche, herzzerreißende Geschichte von Juri Zipit, der ein paar Wochen in Stalins Datscha verbringt und sein Vorkoster Erster Klasse wird. "Mein Name ist Juri Zipit. Ich bin zwölfeinhalb Jahre alt und lebe in einer Personalwohnung im Hauptstadtzoo gleich gegenüber vom Seelöwenteich hinter der Bisonweide, direkt neben dem Elefantengehege. Mein Papa ist Doktor Roman Alexandrowitsch Zipit, Professor für Veterinärmedizin,...
96) Imperio incaico: Un apasionante repaso a los incas, su civilización en el antiguo Perú y la conqu
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¿Sabía usted que los incas veneraban las momias de sus emperadores?
Para los incas, la muerte no existía; simplemente se llevaba a los muertos a otro plano de la vida. Así, las momias de sus emperadores eran tratadas como personas; se les daba de comer y beber e incluso se las visitaba ceremoniosamente. También poseían fincas en el campo, que generaban suficientes beneficios como para mantenerlas en el estilo al que estaban acostumbradas.
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Best-selling social historian Tessa Boase takes us behind the scenes of London's lost department stores, bringing back to life a vanished era of confidence and style.
Today's consumer has little idea of the sheer dazzle of these 'Halls of Temptation' during the golden age of shopping - of their sheer theatrical spectacle, the overwhelming assault on the senses, the astonishing architectural élan.
From the fabulous Art Deco of Derry & Toms, to...
98) Caballeros medievales: Una guía fascinante sobre los caballeros del Santo Sepulcro, los caballeros
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¿Sabía usted que muchos caballeros medievales eran en realidad monjes?
Lea los relatos, historias y leyendas de los caballeros medievales y los grupos a los que pertenecían. Algunos son más conocidos que otros, aunque todos desempeñaron un papel en la historia.
Profundice en las historias de los caballeros hospitalarios y de los caballeros del Santo Sepulcro en su guerra contra infieles y paganos. Conozca a los llamados «hermanos leprosos»...
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A gripping look at the cadets of West Point whose dedication to duty was not honored by the country they served.
Young men who dream of heroes look to West Point and to a career of serving their country. The class of 1966 was no exception, but these cadets faced greater challenges than any earlier generation could have imagined. Thirty of them would be killed in Vietnam, but for those who did return, they resigned from the Army in records numbers-...
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Am 7. Oktober 2023 wachte der israelische Soziologe Natan Sznaider in einer anderen Welt auf. Entsetzt und verzweifelt waren unzureichende Worte, um das Massaker der Hamas zu fassen. Aus der Ferne erkannte der Kölner Schriftsteller Navid Kermani den Schrecken wieder, der in den vergangenen zwei Jahrzehnten bereits über so viele Völker im Nahen Osten gekommen war. Die beiden Freunde erinnerten sich eines leidenschaftlichen Mailwechsels, den sie...
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