The Age of Discovery propelled the world out of the Middle Ages and into the modern period. As explorers of this time period learned to navigate most of the globe and map its lands, they also paved the way for colonial empires.
Words: 429 Downloads: 0 Category: History By: J. A. YoungMary, Queen of Scots, is often portrayed as an evil villain who would stop at nothing to get what she wanted. History, however, shows her as a naive ruler who was used and intimidated by the men in her life. Mary´s life was a catalogue of errors which resulted in her untimely death at the executioner´s hands.
Words: 1506 Downloads: 0 Category: History By: Tim O'DellThe article examines the separation of powers in the United States. The three branches of government, the executive, legislative and judicial are briefly covered. It also covers the system of checks and balances instituted by the court case of Marbury Vs. Madison.
Words: 451 Downloads: 0 Category: History By: Amanda RumbleDid you know that the words to the Pledge of Allegiance have been changed from when they were first written? This article follows the history of the pledge and reviews its patriotic message as an American symbol.
Words: 469 Downloads: 0 Category: History By: Sid SniderThe American flag of today looks different from the first flag made in 1777. Follow the journey of this American symbol for freedom and learn how Americans finally agreed on the design!
Words: 491 Downloads: 0 Category: History By: Sid SniderThe bald eagle is one of the national emblems of the United States. Learn how this proud, strong and beautiful bird maintains its representation of an entire nation.
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