History (Arts & Humanities) - July 2007

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what can you tell me about Female Gladiators?

i saw something a while ago on one of the Discovery type channels about a grave that was found somewhere in the U.K. that had a female in a grave that was decorated with things usually found in a Gladiators grave. then the began talking about how they where trained and what not.

can you tell me anything about it or give me any web site links to places that has good info about the subject.

2007-07-29 12:36:24 · 6 answers · asked by Guitar_chick 4

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Bill of rights vs. The articles of confederation?

I have a college essay I have to write and I am having a bit of a hard time with this. The essay topic is at least 5 paragraphs regarding the Bill of Rights vs. The Articles of Confederation. How are they similar? How are they different? The directions are to "compare and contrast". I am not at all sure what to write or where to begin. Could someone please give me their thoughts or answers if you know this or where to find the information.
Thanks in advance

2007-07-29 12:31:56 · 2 answers · asked by College~~Bound 3

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after we bombed japan in ww2 what did the people think in japan about the us?

how long did it take to get good with them again

2007-07-29 12:10:49 · 5 answers · asked by tiff 1

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In the history of mankind has any government ever enacted and successfully enforced a prohibition law?

2007-07-29 12:00:06 · 6 answers · asked by renegadephilosopher 2

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Who was Joaqin Murrieta?

2007-07-29 11:24:25 · 1 answers · asked by ricof66 1

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Whatever happened to the Mayans??

2007-07-29 11:08:42 · 5 answers · asked by Anonymous

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1988...why was it important to you?

2007-07-29 10:57:21 · 7 answers · asked by dhpg11 1

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What's the most stupid thing a dumb yank has asked you...?

What's the most stupid thing a dumb yank has asked you...?
Here are couple, I swear they are true:-

If Nelson Mandela is the president of South Africa, who is the president of the rest of Africa?

-Why do you have a funny accent? (to a friend)
-Funny? Well, I'm a Welshman
-Oh like, your from Welshland right?
(This guy was studying European History)

-What language do they speak in Holland?
-Dutch!
-No, that's what they speak in Germany!!!!
-Never mind!

On informing one of my parent's 25th wedding anniversary in Paris....
Do you mean Paris, Texas or Paris France?

What time does the Noon Day gun sound in Cape Town?
.........err......noon...perhaps?

Excuse, can you tell me the time please?
........we were standing in the shadow of Big Ben.

Do they have Hamburgers in Germany?
Yes, they invented them, strangely enough in Hamburg.

Any others.....?
LOL

2007-07-29 09:43:32 · 55 answers · asked by Anonymous

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Why do Americans----?

Why do Americans persist with the myth that they somehow "won" the war and saved everyone? For this the whole world has to cow-tow to them fot the rest of eternity? Firstly it is baed on gross historical inaccuracy and secondly it was a long time ago! I notice that every time someone criticises American policy they churn out the rather loquacious retort "we saved you asses in two wars..." yawn....

2007-07-29 08:44:32 · 27 answers · asked by Anonymous

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Looking 4 opinions-Who do you think the Compromise of 1850 favored more-abolitionists or supporters of slavery

if you think one side favors more than the other, can you tell me why? Just doing a small survey for an American History class. Any opinions will help.

2007-07-29 08:15:11 · 5 answers · asked by wilson314 1

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abba,father?

what does abba mean in the bible

2007-07-29 07:52:33 · 3 answers · asked by Lisa P 1

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who do you think was the greastest general?

Hannibal of Carthage

Julius Ceasor of Rome

Alexander of Macedonia

2007-07-29 07:11:53 · 14 answers · asked by Andrew C 1

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Why do the British criticize the US so much? Has everyone forgotten about the colonial British Empire?

2007-07-29 06:01:09 · 23 answers · asked by flagmagnets 3

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What Republican hopeful on 1996 described Ford, Carter and Nixon as “See No Evil, Hear No Evil, and Evil”?

2007-07-29 05:23:19 · 9 answers · asked by LORI H 1

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famous historic people of India?

2007-07-29 04:02:28 · 6 answers · asked by no_way 1

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Was anyone ever burned at the stake during the history of the American colonies?

If so, what were the circumstances?

2007-07-29 03:27:01 · 12 answers · asked by Pascha 7

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What fraternity/sorority have the most active members worldwide?

BUT OF COURSE, EXCLUDE THE FREEMASONS AND THE KNIGHTS OF COLUMBUS. COZ THOSE GROUPS ARE TOTALLY WIDESPREAD. SO, I GUESS, OTHER FROM THEM, What fraternity/sorority have the most active members worldwide?

2007-07-29 02:16:54 · 2 answers · asked by Anonymous

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It is said that the upper classes founded and built up this country?

But now the down trotten run it. Do you agree or disagree and IF you AGREE what do you think you can do personally to change it?

Research only: Thank you for your opinions in adavance.

2007-07-29 01:03:50 · 5 answers · asked by Anonymous

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how many times were the Enigma decoding Materials captured by the Royal and American Ships?

2007-07-29 00:42:37 · 4 answers · asked by COLIN M 1

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Comments On Gun Control History?

GUN HISTORY

Whether you agree or not, it's an interesting lesson in history.

Something to think about...

In 1929, the Soviet Union established gun control. From 1929 to 1953, about 20 million dissidents, unable to defend themselves, were rounded up and exterminated.
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In 1911, Turkey established gun control. From 1915 to 1917, 1.5 million Armenians, unable to defend themselves, were rounded up and exterminated.
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Germany established gun control in 1938 and from 1939 to 1945, a total of 13 million Jews and others who were unable to defend themselves were rounded up and exterminated.
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China established gun control in 1935. From 1948 to 1952, 20 million political dissidents, unable to defend themselves, were rounded up and exterminated.
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Guatemala established gun control in 1964. From 1964 to 1981, 100,000 Mayan Indians, unable to defend themselves, were rounded up and exterminated.
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Uganda established gun control in 1970. From 1971 to 1979, 300,000 Christians, unable to defend themselves, were rounded up and exterminated.
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Cambodia established gun control in 1956. From 1975 to 1977, one million 'educated' people, unable to defend themselves, were rounded up and exterminated.
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Defenseless people rounded up and exterminated in the 20th Century because of gun control: 56 million.
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It has now been 12 months since gun owners in Australia were forced by new law to surrender 640,381 personal firearms to be destroyed by their own government, a program costing Australia taxpayers more than $500 million dollars.

The first year results are now in:

Australia-wide, homicides are up 3.2 percent Australia-wide, assaults are up 8.6 percent.
Australia-wide, armed robberies are up 44 percent (yes, 44 percent)!

In the state of Victoria alone, homicides with firearms are now up 300 percent. Note, that while the law-abiding citizens turned them in, the criminals did not, and criminals still possess their guns!)

While figures over the previous 25 years showed a steady decrease in armed robbery with firearms, this has changed drastically upward in the past 12 months, since criminals now are guaranteed that their prey is unarmed.

There has also been a dramatic increase in break-ins and assaults of the ELDERLY. Australian politicians are at a loss to explain how public safety has decreased, after such monumental effort, and expense was expended in successfully ridding Australian society of guns. The Australian experience and the other historical facts above prove it.

You won't see this data on the American evening news or hear our president,governors or other politicians disseminating this information. Guns in the hands of honest citizens save lives and property and, yes, gun-control laws affect only the law-abiding citizens.

Take note my fellow Americans.....before it's too late!

The next time someone talks in favor of gun control, please remind them of this history lesson.
With guns, we are 'citizens'. Without them, we are 'subjects'

2007-07-28 20:11:00 · 7 answers · asked by Anonymous

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To what extent is Russia responsible for outbreak of World War 2?

2007-07-28 20:04:08 · 11 answers · asked by U Gotta Love Me 1

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Which American Civil War general was the greatest? Why?

(This is not for homework, I am just curious about your thoughts)
http://www.thomaslegion.net/generals.html

2007-07-28 19:37:15 · 6 answers · asked by . 6

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have u ever heard the word 'illuminati'?

& please tell:

1)what is it?
2)is it for real?
3)does it still exists?
4)some of its members?(please give 3-5)

(bonus q!)
5)3-5 other facts about it.

-anybody who answers ALL 4 Qs will get 10 points.-
-BUT if somebody answered the 5th Q,he/she will get 10 points.IF MORE THAN ONE people answer the 5th Q,with 5 facts,the more & most interesting facts will be voted as the winner!-

2007-07-28 19:22:13 · 11 answers · asked by Anonymous

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What was Stalin like as a person?

What do we think Stalin was like as a person?

Was he tough on the outside, but on the inside was he all soft and squishy?

Tell me what you think of Stalin...
I think he was feared BIG TIME by the people of Russia.

2007-07-28 18:20:55 · 12 answers · asked by rainbow fun 2

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