The Mighty Miss Malone Book Summary
By Andrew
The Mighty Miss Malone a book written by Christopher Paul Curtis is about a family of four in a time of terrible racial inequality. The great depression has hit Gary Michigan hard and the Dad is struggling to find any type of work for her family. The main character, Deza, is the most talented kid in her class and her older brother, Jimmie, does not do as well in school but has a voice like an angel. Lastly their mother has a very caring and loving heart. Together they make the Malone family a funny and caring family.
One day the Dad is invited to go fishing with a couple of friends . They take off and say they will come back later that day. The family waits, and waits, and waits and they are start to get worried. Then one of the friends wife asks if the Dad has been home, and then they really start to worry. The Mom gets in a car and takes of to the lake. Deza begins panicking and worrying. Later that day the Mom comes home without the Father and they start bursting into tears.
The next day in the morning there is a ring at the door. The Mom opens it and thinks it’s father. Deza thinks her mom is going crazy and begins to worry. It takes her some time but finally see’s her father in the man that looks like a hobo at her front door. After some time Father begins to heal but still is scared. He tells the story on what happened on the lake. Father decides to go find work in Flint Michigan but Mother completely disagrees. They get into an argument but Father decides to go without the Mom’s permission. He says goodbye to Jimmie and goes to say goodbye to Deza but she’s to mad to respond. In a couple of days their house loan is runs out and the have to move out. They start to move to Flint and they run into problems. Many more will occur and they need to get through them. Will the family reunite and will they be happy again? You’ll have to read to find out in the Mighty Miss Malone.
The Mexican Revolution
By Ysidro
Mexico, Mexico, Mexico, a very famous place. It can attract many people for its foods, beaches and even it’s great Mayan temples, but in this article you you'll learn about the ancient history of how Mexican people gained their independence. The Revolutionary War.
The Beginning
It was a time were the people were split into two, the poor and filthy, and the rich and wealthy. The President Porfirio Diaz wasn’t always hated. In fact the mexican people thought he was a great leader. He fought in the war to try to gain their country's independence from the Spanish. Though everything went wrong, after the 1900’s, Mexico started to tumble and it’s economy started to downdrift. The economy was split into two and there were no central rights for the lower people. It was a time where there were tremendous disagreements among the Mexican people over the dictatorship of the president. Though the Mexican people were not alone, many important people wanted to help, Francisco Madero, Pascual Orozco, Pancho Villa, and Emiliano Zapata were all great leaders to the nation.
The War
Mexico didn’t have an organized war system so their were many ranchers and men had to volunteer for the Madero's army, just so then their children could have a better nation to live in. Though many wanted to fight for their cause, many people did not dare to face the government by themselves. So, Pancho Villa and Emiliano Zapata created two major army camps, one in the south and one in the north. From that came many farmers and army men to help, and guess what, even woman and children were allowed to fight and handle a gun at that time. Also, many children were getting mistreated by many of the soldiers. Many government soldiers would just barge into people's homes and poof, out of nowhere they were now the owners of the house. That can also be another reason why people fought for their nation. A lot of people also fought for the reason of their children, so that when they grow up they could have a better economy and decent way of living; nor there was no social justice and equal rights. In the end there were about 13 different rebellion sites. Many people grew furious and wanted to fight. So on November 18, 1910, the Serdan Brothers and the Maderos fought against the police in the City of Puebla. This marked the beginning of the armed war. Finally, President Diaz stepped down term in 1911 and was forced to exile to France. Emiliano Zapata one said, “I would rather die standing than live on my knees!” it shows how much they wanted their country and that they would not stop until their country had their freedom.
The Beginning
It was a time were the people were split into two, the poor and filthy, and the rich and wealthy. The President Porfirio Diaz wasn’t always hated. In fact the mexican people thought he was a great leader. He fought in the war to try to gain their country's independence from the Spanish. Though everything went wrong, after the 1900’s, Mexico started to tumble and it’s economy started to downdrift. The economy was split into two and there were no central rights for the lower people. It was a time where there were tremendous disagreements among the Mexican people over the dictatorship of the president. Though the Mexican people were not alone, many important people wanted to help, Francisco Madero, Pascual Orozco, Pancho Villa, and Emiliano Zapata were all great leaders to the nation.
The War
Mexico didn’t have an organized war system so their were many ranchers and men had to volunteer for the Madero's army, just so then their children could have a better nation to live in. Though many wanted to fight for their cause, many people did not dare to face the government by themselves. So, Pancho Villa and Emiliano Zapata created two major army camps, one in the south and one in the north. From that came many farmers and army men to help, and guess what, even woman and children were allowed to fight and handle a gun at that time. Also, many children were getting mistreated by many of the soldiers. Many government soldiers would just barge into people's homes and poof, out of nowhere they were now the owners of the house. That can also be another reason why people fought for their nation. A lot of people also fought for the reason of their children, so that when they grow up they could have a better economy and decent way of living; nor there was no social justice and equal rights. In the end there were about 13 different rebellion sites. Many people grew furious and wanted to fight. So on November 18, 1910, the Serdan Brothers and the Maderos fought against the police in the City of Puebla. This marked the beginning of the armed war. Finally, President Diaz stepped down term in 1911 and was forced to exile to France. Emiliano Zapata one said, “I would rather die standing than live on my knees!” it shows how much they wanted their country and that they would not stop until their country had their freedom.
Mexico, Mexico, Mexico, a very famous place. It can attract many people for its foods, beaches and even it’s great Mayan temples, but in this article you you'll learn about the ancient history of how Mexican people gained their independence. The Revolutionary War.
The Beginning
It was a time were the people were split into two, the poor and filthy, and the rich and wealthy. The President Porfirio Diaz wasn’t always hated. In fact the mexican people thought he was a great leader. He fought in the war to try to gain their country's independence from the Spanish. Though everything went wrong, after the 1900’s, Mexico started to tumble and it’s economy started to downdrift. The economy was split into two and there were no central rights for the lower people. It was a time where there were tremendous disagreements among the Mexican people over the dictatorship of the president. Though the Mexican people were not alone, many important people wanted to help, Francisco Madero, Pascual Orozco, Pancho Villa, and Emiliano Zapata were all great leaders to the nation.
The War
Mexico didn’t have an organized war system so their were many ranchers and men had to volunteer for the Madero's army, just so then their children could have a better nation to live in. Though many wanted to fight for their cause, many people did not dare to face the government by themselves. So, Pancho Villa and Emiliano Zapata created two major army camps, one in the south and one in the north. From that came many farmers and army men to help, and guess what, even woman and children were allowed to fight and handle a gun at that time. Also, many children were getting mistreated by many of the soldiers. Many government soldiers would just barge into people's homes and poof, out of nowhere they were now the owners of the house. That can also be another reason why people fought for their nation. A lot of people also fought for the reason of their children, so that when they grow up they could have a better economy and decent way of living; nor there was no social justice and equal rights. In the end there were about 13 different rebellion sites. Many people grew furious and wanted to fight. So on November 18, 1910, the Serdan Brothers and the Maderos fought against the police in the City of Puebla. This marked the beginning of the armed war. Finally, President Diaz stepped down term in 1911 and was forced to exile to France. Emiliano Zapata one said, “I would rather die standing than live on my knees!” it shows how much they wanted their country and that they would not stop until their country had their freedom.
The New Beginning
Francisco Madero became President but was named a weak ruler and had failed to deliver promises to the nation. Woodrow Wilson a leader that supported the cause of the revolution ordered U.S troops to support the revolution in Veracruz in 1914. The war lasted for about 10 years. The Revolutionary War officially ended with the adoption of the 1920 Mexican Constitution. There were many that were killed. About 1 million people died and many of their families were left alone helpless, but they knew that they died for a reason, a reason that would hopefully become a greater cause. President Alvaro Obregon was elected president. Though there were still some regular fighting and still to this very day the people of Mexico are still fighting for some of their civil rights, but I believe someday there will be justice in Mexico.
The Beginning
It was a time were the people were split into two, the poor and filthy, and the rich and wealthy. The President Porfirio Diaz wasn’t always hated. In fact the mexican people thought he was a great leader. He fought in the war to try to gain their country's independence from the Spanish. Though everything went wrong, after the 1900’s, Mexico started to tumble and it’s economy started to downdrift. The economy was split into two and there were no central rights for the lower people. It was a time where there were tremendous disagreements among the Mexican people over the dictatorship of the president. Though the Mexican people were not alone, many important people wanted to help, Francisco Madero, Pascual Orozco, Pancho Villa, and Emiliano Zapata were all great leaders to the nation.
The War
Mexico didn’t have an organized war system so their were many ranchers and men had to volunteer for the Madero's army, just so then their children could have a better nation to live in. Though many wanted to fight for their cause, many people did not dare to face the government by themselves. So, Pancho Villa and Emiliano Zapata created two major army camps, one in the south and one in the north. From that came many farmers and army men to help, and guess what, even woman and children were allowed to fight and handle a gun at that time. Also, many children were getting mistreated by many of the soldiers. Many government soldiers would just barge into people's homes and poof, out of nowhere they were now the owners of the house. That can also be another reason why people fought for their nation. A lot of people also fought for the reason of their children, so that when they grow up they could have a better economy and decent way of living; nor there was no social justice and equal rights. In the end there were about 13 different rebellion sites. Many people grew furious and wanted to fight. So on November 18, 1910, the Serdan Brothers and the Maderos fought against the police in the City of Puebla. This marked the beginning of the armed war. Finally, President Diaz stepped down term in 1911 and was forced to exile to France. Emiliano Zapata one said, “I would rather die standing than live on my knees!” it shows how much they wanted their country and that they would not stop until their country had their freedom.
The New Beginning
Francisco Madero became President but was named a weak ruler and had failed to deliver promises to the nation. Woodrow Wilson a leader that supported the cause of the revolution ordered U.S troops to support the revolution in Veracruz in 1914. The war lasted for about 10 years. The Revolutionary War officially ended with the adoption of the 1920 Mexican Constitution. There were many that were killed. About 1 million people died and many of their families were left alone helpless, but they knew that they died for a reason, a reason that would hopefully become a greater cause. President Alvaro Obregon was elected president. Though there were still some regular fighting and still to this very day the people of Mexico are still fighting for some of their civil rights, but I believe someday there will be justice in Mexico.
References
By Dr Alan Knight, Published in History Today Volume 30 Issue 5 May 1980 The Mexican Revolution, which began in 1910, was one of the great revolutionary upheavals of the twentieth century. http://www.historytoday.com
By Inside Mexico, Mexican Revolution Facts September 30, 2014 http://www.inside-mexico.com
By Dell Markey, Demand Media When Did the Mexican Revolution Start & End? http://classroom.synonym.com
By Mary Pierce Frost and Susan Keegan Copyright 1997 The Mexican Revolution World History Series, Inc., P.O. Box 289011 San Diego California 92198-9011 Published by Lucent Books
By Carlos Fuentes 2008 The Underdogs Penguin Classics (USA) Inc., 375 Hudson Street, New York
By Inside Mexico, Mexican Revolution Facts September 30, 2014 http://www.inside-mexico.com
By Dell Markey, Demand Media When Did the Mexican Revolution Start & End? http://classroom.synonym.com
By Mary Pierce Frost and Susan Keegan Copyright 1997 The Mexican Revolution World History Series, Inc., P.O. Box 289011 San Diego California 92198-9011 Published by Lucent Books
By Carlos Fuentes 2008 The Underdogs Penguin Classics (USA) Inc., 375 Hudson Street, New York
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The Development of Apple
By Marius
One of the best selling and all around great companies is Apple. This is the company where you get your iPhones, iPads, and Macs. But it didn’t start like that. The company with thousands of workers started in a small Garage, in Palo Alto, California in 1976.
1970-1979
Steve Wozniak and Steve Jobs, were the founders of Apple. They were in a computer club where created the first computer, the AppleⅠ. It was a computer that looked like a typewriter and could be connected to a TV. On April 1, 1976 the company was founded. The AppleⅠwas sold at auction on July 1976 for $666.66. Only 200 were made until it was a big sales success. In April 1977 the Apple Ⅱ was released. It was a better version of the AppleⅠ. It had a screen, and a better keyboard to use. It was the first to have color graphics, people could type commands such as /calculator. Six million were sold. In 1979 the AppleⅡPlus went on the market and even though it had a few more commands, it wasn’t a huge success.
1980-1989
It wasn’t until 1980 that the Apple Ⅲ was released. But not a lot of things changed. The only major change was that you can buy a compatible printer. This is when other competing companies started introducing other computers into the market. Apple had to step up its game if they were going to be successful. After going to a research center, they came up with the idea of a mouse to connect to the computer, where you drag applications and open them, much like today. They thought it would be a big hit because it was easier to understand. Unfortunately, once it was made, it was too expensive. People who tested it out said that since everyone already knows how to work a computer, an easier version seemed unnecessary.
1970-1979
Steve Wozniak and Steve Jobs, were the founders of Apple. They were in a computer club where created the first computer, the AppleⅠ. It was a computer that looked like a typewriter and could be connected to a TV. On April 1, 1976 the company was founded. The AppleⅠwas sold at auction on July 1976 for $666.66. Only 200 were made until it was a big sales success. In April 1977 the Apple Ⅱ was released. It was a better version of the AppleⅠ. It had a screen, and a better keyboard to use. It was the first to have color graphics, people could type commands such as /calculator. Six million were sold. In 1979 the AppleⅡPlus went on the market and even though it had a few more commands, it wasn’t a huge success.
1980-1989
It wasn’t until 1980 that the Apple Ⅲ was released. But not a lot of things changed. The only major change was that you can buy a compatible printer. This is when other competing companies started introducing other computers into the market. Apple had to step up its game if they were going to be successful. After going to a research center, they came up with the idea of a mouse to connect to the computer, where you drag applications and open them, much like today. They thought it would be a big hit because it was easier to understand. Unfortunately, once it was made, it was too expensive. People who tested it out said that since everyone already knows how to work a computer, an easier version seemed unnecessary.
In early 1984 the Macintosh was a very successful computer for everyone. It had 167 kilobytes of storage. In the 80’s that was a huge amount, but now it would be considered a very small amount of storage. To put it in perspective, an iPhone 6 usually has 32 gigabytes of storage. There are 500 megabits in a gigabyte, there are 1,000 kilobytes in one megabyte. So there are about 1,600,000 kilobytes in an iPhone 6. That's 90,000 times better.
After the Macintosh, Steve Jobs left Apple and bought Pixar. The Apple employees had to make products without Steve Jobs. In early 1987 the Macintosh Ⅱ was finally released and it had better color graphics. When it was a big success they decided to make the Macintosh Portable, but weighing 16 pounds, it was never released.
1990-1999
It wasn’t until 1991 that the PowerBook was released. It was a portable computer that was a success in the 90’s. After trying to make computers, Apple decided it was time to change to the PowerPC chip, in 1994. After seeing Apple's success, Steve Jobs returned to Apple in 1996. With the return of Steve, Apple was able to introduce the iMac in 1998. It was a colorful computer that was hugely popular and an all around great computer. But Apple still wanted to make a more powerful iMac, so then came the creation of the iMac G4 (4 Gigabytes), which was the most powerful computer in the 90’s.
After the Macintosh, Steve Jobs left Apple and bought Pixar. The Apple employees had to make products without Steve Jobs. In early 1987 the Macintosh Ⅱ was finally released and it had better color graphics. When it was a big success they decided to make the Macintosh Portable, but weighing 16 pounds, it was never released.
1990-1999
It wasn’t until 1991 that the PowerBook was released. It was a portable computer that was a success in the 90’s. After trying to make computers, Apple decided it was time to change to the PowerPC chip, in 1994. After seeing Apple's success, Steve Jobs returned to Apple in 1996. With the return of Steve, Apple was able to introduce the iMac in 1998. It was a colorful computer that was hugely popular and an all around great computer. But Apple still wanted to make a more powerful iMac, so then came the creation of the iMac G4 (4 Gigabytes), which was the most powerful computer in the 90’s.
2000-2011
In late 2001 the iPod was released. It could hold up to 1,000 songs and everyone wanted one. A short while later, the Mac OS X was released, including Jaguar Panther and Tiger (types of computers). In 2006 they switched to Intel, which helped make the iPhone and iPod Touch possible in the mid 2007. The iPhone was a huge success and everyone had to have one. Currently, more than 80% of people in the Unites States today have an iPhone. In 2010 the iPad was released, it was basically an iPhone, just bigger in size and more storage capacity. After this amazing trend of new technology, Steve Jobs died on October 5, 2011. People were devastated all around the world. Between 1970 to 2011 Steve Jobs made a huge extraordinary contributions to technology. He changed the way we live our day to day lives, operate our businesses, talk on the phone and even watch TV. Many of your computer technology would not exist without Steve Jobs.
In late 2001 the iPod was released. It could hold up to 1,000 songs and everyone wanted one. A short while later, the Mac OS X was released, including Jaguar Panther and Tiger (types of computers). In 2006 they switched to Intel, which helped make the iPhone and iPod Touch possible in the mid 2007. The iPhone was a huge success and everyone had to have one. Currently, more than 80% of people in the Unites States today have an iPhone. In 2010 the iPad was released, it was basically an iPhone, just bigger in size and more storage capacity. After this amazing trend of new technology, Steve Jobs died on October 5, 2011. People were devastated all around the world. Between 1970 to 2011 Steve Jobs made a huge extraordinary contributions to technology. He changed the way we live our day to day lives, operate our businesses, talk on the phone and even watch TV. Many of your computer technology would not exist without Steve Jobs.
References
Carlton, J. (1997). The Inside Story of Intrigue, Egomania, and Business Blunders. New York: Time Business/Random House.
Rawlinson N. (2011). History of Apple Inc. History of Apple Inc. Retrieved January 22, 2016. http://www.macworld.co.uk/feature/apple/history-of-apple-steve-jobs-what-happened-mac-computer- 3606104/
(2011). Timeline of Apple Inc. Products. Retrieved January 22, 2016. https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Timeline_of_Apple_Inc._products
Rawlinson N. (2011). History of Apple Inc. History of Apple Inc. Retrieved January 22, 2016. http://www.macworld.co.uk/feature/apple/history-of-apple-steve-jobs-what-happened-mac-computer- 3606104/
(2011). Timeline of Apple Inc. Products. Retrieved January 22, 2016. https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Timeline_of_Apple_Inc._products
The Civil War
By Andrew
Bullets flew past me as I took cover behind a rock. I look beside me to hundreds of bodies lying stiff and lifeless, not moving a muscle. I load my gun and peek my head out and fired. BAM! One drops to the floor. I reload and a solider calls out to me.
“I’m going in.” I watch him as he turns his shoulder and runs in. He takes a shot then. BAM! I watch as his body falls to the ground, stiff. There’s nothing I could have done. I thought to myself. This is the Civil War and what we're fighting for is to determine what type of country America would be.
From 1861-1865 a war took place that split America in two. The Confederate also known as the South believed that slavery was right and should be allowed in our country. On the other hand the Union also known as the North, thought slavery was not right and should be terminated from America.
John Brown was an anti-slavery man and thought the only way to stop it was to fight. Although many at the time did not believe him, it ended up being the only way. John was willing to kill men to end slavery. John and his men had many attacks and killed many men in attempts to stop it. After many battles John and his men were caught hiding in a barn. The Confederate soldiers had come in and killed seven of Johns men including his two sons. John was put on trial and was instantly found guilty. He was hanged along with the rest of his men on December 2, 1859.
Seven months later on November 6, 1860, a new president was elected for the United States. His name was Abraham Lincoln and he was strongly against slavery. He spoke out and against it with his strong voice. The next year in February, the Confederate split from the Union forming the Confederate States of America. They elected their own president named Jefferson Davis on February 9, 1861.
The war sparked when General Pierre Beauregard of the Confederate gave orders to fire 50 cannons upon Fort Sumter in Charleston South Carolina. The Union’s first attack was suffered a defeat under the command of General Irvin Mcdowell at Bull Run, 25 miles south of Washington D.C. Many more battles followed after. September 17, 1862, the bloodiest fight in the Civil War took place and in U.S. army history took place. General Robert E. Lee was stopped at Antietam. 26,000 were dead, wounded, or missing. Robert E Lee was forced to retreat back to Virginia.
After many battles and death the war came to a close on April 9, 1865. General Robert E. Lee of the Confederate was forced to surrender to the Union. "After four years of arduous service marked by unsurpassed courage and fortitude the Army of Northern Virginia has been compelled to yield to overwhelming numbers and resources," Lee tells his troops. The War claimed the lives of about 620,000 soldiers in order to free the slaves. The next day everyone was celebrating.
Four days later on the 14th of April Abraham and his wife Mary went to go see a play named Our American Cousin. While the play was being performed John Wilkes Booth shot Abraham Lincoln in the head. He never regained consciousness. John Wilkes was performing the play when he killed Abraham. Abraham Lincoln died the next morning at 7:22 A.M. Vice President Andrew Johnson assumes the presidency. John Wilkes Booth was caught hiding in a tobacco farm 12 days after the assassination of Abraham Lincoln. John was shot and killed on sight.
With the North winning the war, many problems were caused in the South. One of the biggest ones was filling in the jobs that the slaves had because they were all set free. Who was going to farm the crops? Who was going to make the tools? Who was going to clean the yard? It took a while before the South got used to it. A lot of the former slaves ended up doing the same thing as they did except they were now getting paid. Some of the slaves stayed in the South but they were hated by the people. It took the south a long time for them to get used to it.
Although the North had won the war many more struggles would come for blacks.
Still they were hated by most. It would be 99 years before blacks would be known as equal to whites. The war was a bloody fight that stopped slavery but was just the beginning to stop racial inequality.
“I’m going in.” I watch him as he turns his shoulder and runs in. He takes a shot then. BAM! I watch as his body falls to the ground, stiff. There’s nothing I could have done. I thought to myself. This is the Civil War and what we're fighting for is to determine what type of country America would be.
From 1861-1865 a war took place that split America in two. The Confederate also known as the South believed that slavery was right and should be allowed in our country. On the other hand the Union also known as the North, thought slavery was not right and should be terminated from America.
John Brown was an anti-slavery man and thought the only way to stop it was to fight. Although many at the time did not believe him, it ended up being the only way. John was willing to kill men to end slavery. John and his men had many attacks and killed many men in attempts to stop it. After many battles John and his men were caught hiding in a barn. The Confederate soldiers had come in and killed seven of Johns men including his two sons. John was put on trial and was instantly found guilty. He was hanged along with the rest of his men on December 2, 1859.
Seven months later on November 6, 1860, a new president was elected for the United States. His name was Abraham Lincoln and he was strongly against slavery. He spoke out and against it with his strong voice. The next year in February, the Confederate split from the Union forming the Confederate States of America. They elected their own president named Jefferson Davis on February 9, 1861.
The war sparked when General Pierre Beauregard of the Confederate gave orders to fire 50 cannons upon Fort Sumter in Charleston South Carolina. The Union’s first attack was suffered a defeat under the command of General Irvin Mcdowell at Bull Run, 25 miles south of Washington D.C. Many more battles followed after. September 17, 1862, the bloodiest fight in the Civil War took place and in U.S. army history took place. General Robert E. Lee was stopped at Antietam. 26,000 were dead, wounded, or missing. Robert E Lee was forced to retreat back to Virginia.
After many battles and death the war came to a close on April 9, 1865. General Robert E. Lee of the Confederate was forced to surrender to the Union. "After four years of arduous service marked by unsurpassed courage and fortitude the Army of Northern Virginia has been compelled to yield to overwhelming numbers and resources," Lee tells his troops. The War claimed the lives of about 620,000 soldiers in order to free the slaves. The next day everyone was celebrating.
Four days later on the 14th of April Abraham and his wife Mary went to go see a play named Our American Cousin. While the play was being performed John Wilkes Booth shot Abraham Lincoln in the head. He never regained consciousness. John Wilkes was performing the play when he killed Abraham. Abraham Lincoln died the next morning at 7:22 A.M. Vice President Andrew Johnson assumes the presidency. John Wilkes Booth was caught hiding in a tobacco farm 12 days after the assassination of Abraham Lincoln. John was shot and killed on sight.
With the North winning the war, many problems were caused in the South. One of the biggest ones was filling in the jobs that the slaves had because they were all set free. Who was going to farm the crops? Who was going to make the tools? Who was going to clean the yard? It took a while before the South got used to it. A lot of the former slaves ended up doing the same thing as they did except they were now getting paid. Some of the slaves stayed in the South but they were hated by the people. It took the south a long time for them to get used to it.
Although the North had won the war many more struggles would come for blacks.
Still they were hated by most. It would be 99 years before blacks would be known as equal to whites. The war was a bloody fight that stopped slavery but was just the beginning to stop racial inequality.
References
Civil War. Retrieved February 9, 2016. Website: http://www.civilwar.com
McPhearson. J., Dr, Retrieved January 25, 2016. From Civil War Trust. Website:
http://www.civilwar.org/education/history/civil-war-overview/overview.html
Ramstad, R. and Streissguth T. John Brown. The Lerner Publishing Group 1999
http://pcrusso.fatcow.com/bogotawp/?page_id=112
McPhearson. J., Dr, Retrieved January 25, 2016. From Civil War Trust. Website:
http://www.civilwar.org/education/history/civil-war-overview/overview.html
Ramstad, R. and Streissguth T. John Brown. The Lerner Publishing Group 1999
http://pcrusso.fatcow.com/bogotawp/?page_id=112
World War ll
By Michael
"It is fatal to enter a war without the will to win it.” -General Douglas MacArthur
I am going to tell you of events and statistics of World War 2 some facts that maybe this article can teach you I hope it is worth your time.
FACTS:
The World War II death count was over 60 million this was more than 3% of the world’s population (which was 2.3 Billion.) At least 1.1 Million Children were murdered during the holocaust. At least one third of the Jewish population was killed in the Holocaust. During the war Big Ben’s lights were dimmed so German bombers could not use it for reference.
Important People
Adolf Hitler was a dictatorial leader of the National Socialist German Workers Party, or Nazi Party. He was a fanatic nationalist, militarist, racist, and anti-Semite. He was the main power in Germany until his suicide when the Germans lost in 1944.
The US president at the time was Franklin D Roosevelt and he died of cerebral hemorrhage or bleeding in certain areas in the brain. He lead the United States through the Great Depression and WW2.
Harry S. Truman The vice president became president had to lead the country in World War 2 when Teddy Roosevelt Jr. Died in 1945. He carried out the bombings of Hiroshima and Nagasaki and conclusively ended the war.
Important Events:
The Battle of Normandy or better known as D'Day began with the largest amphibious operation in history, in which more than 5,000 ships, the largest armada ever assembled, placed 130,000 Allied soldiers on a hostile shore in a single day. The troops would storm the grounds, in the end 4,413 allies dead.
There were two sides that fought in the war are the Axis and the Allies. The Axis consisted of Germany Italy and Japan Australia, Belgium, Brazil, Canada, China,Czechoslovakia, Denmark, Estonia, France, Greece, India, Latvia, Lithuania,The Netherlands, Zealand, Norway,Poland, South Africa, United Kingdom, United States, USSR, and Yugoslavia.
The Atomic Bombing of Hiroshima devastated the Japanese and killed 140,000 people.
Thank you for your time.
FACTS:
The World War II death count was over 60 million this was more than 3% of the world’s population (which was 2.3 Billion.) At least 1.1 Million Children were murdered during the holocaust. At least one third of the Jewish population was killed in the Holocaust. During the war Big Ben’s lights were dimmed so German bombers could not use it for reference.
Important People
Adolf Hitler was a dictatorial leader of the National Socialist German Workers Party, or Nazi Party. He was a fanatic nationalist, militarist, racist, and anti-Semite. He was the main power in Germany until his suicide when the Germans lost in 1944.
The US president at the time was Franklin D Roosevelt and he died of cerebral hemorrhage or bleeding in certain areas in the brain. He lead the United States through the Great Depression and WW2.
Harry S. Truman The vice president became president had to lead the country in World War 2 when Teddy Roosevelt Jr. Died in 1945. He carried out the bombings of Hiroshima and Nagasaki and conclusively ended the war.
Important Events:
The Battle of Normandy or better known as D'Day began with the largest amphibious operation in history, in which more than 5,000 ships, the largest armada ever assembled, placed 130,000 Allied soldiers on a hostile shore in a single day. The troops would storm the grounds, in the end 4,413 allies dead.
There were two sides that fought in the war are the Axis and the Allies. The Axis consisted of Germany Italy and Japan Australia, Belgium, Brazil, Canada, China,Czechoslovakia, Denmark, Estonia, France, Greece, India, Latvia, Lithuania,The Netherlands, Zealand, Norway,Poland, South Africa, United Kingdom, United States, USSR, and Yugoslavia.
The Atomic Bombing of Hiroshima devastated the Japanese and killed 140,000 people.
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References
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http://www.shmoop.com/wwii/harry-s-truman.html
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WORLD WAR II - by C.L. Sulzberger (Author)
PICTURES
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WORLD WAR II - by C.L. Sulzberger (Author)
PICTURES
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The Alamo
By Luke
February 3, 1836 William Barret Travis traveled along a dusty road with a small army of 32 men. Wishing for his name to be in history as a great commander, as he rode to the Alamo. Preparing himself for what was ahead in the old mission. Preparing himself for the 13 days of battle yet to come.
What is the Battle of the Alamo?
The Battle of the Alamo was a historical battle that took place in San Antonio Texas. It lasted 13 days spanning from February, 23 to March ,6 1836. The battle was between Mexico and Texas. The Mexicanś sent Santa Annaś army to stop the Texans from growing in strength and having independence from Mexico. Santa Anna's army consisted of about 2,000 soldiers led by general Antonio Lopez. The Mexicans arrived on February, 23 1836.
On the other side of the Alamos wall was the small army of defenders consisting of about 200 men led by William Barret Travis, James Bowie and the famous frontiersman Davy Crockett. Legend says that Travis drew a line in the dirt and asked every man willing to give their life to protect this city to step over. All but two did. The battle itself was over a big town of importance across the San Antonio River. Mexico won on the 13th day when they stormed in the alamo killing everyone in sight. Though Mexico won this battle the loss pushed Texas to fight for their independence.
Why did The Battle of the Alamo happen?
After Mexico declared its independence north large groups of North Americans settled down in Texas and soon the North Americans outnumbered the native Mexicans. When Mexico saw that Texas was slipping away, they decreed that no more Americans could enter or live in Texas. Also to make sure that Texas did not slip away, they put strict controls on trade with America,and put more troops in Texas. The Americans in Texas disagreed to these rules but they were ignored. Most Americans just did not follow the rules they just ignored them. William B. Travis arrived in Texas in 1831 and was picked up in all the politics and was thrown into jail for complaining about the rules.
The other North Americans were outraged and captured a Mexican post. They also tried to fire cannons at a Mexican fort! Colonel Bradburn, the man who put Travis in jail, superior stepped in to stop the madness , freed Travis and another American lawyer and took the the place of Bradburn. A peace party in Texas ran bye Stephen F. Austin wanted to have peace and live in harmony with Mexico. So he wanted to separate the state government for Texas because Texas was a part of another state called Coahuila. Austin presented his Idea to Antonio Lopez hoping for him to ease the rules on Texas. He rejected his offer. Austin then wrote an angry letter that made him end up in prison. The Americans were very angry and everyone was agreeing to a revolution and when Austin returned he to was with the revolution.
They striked by taking a city along the San Antonio river. Then a captain ordered the troops to take control of a mission across the river that would soon be called the Alamo. Travis soon arrived to the Alamo along with James Bowie and Davy Crockett. James Bowie was in charge of the men in the Alamo. They men spent many days fortifying the mission. friendly Mexicans told the men of the Alamo that Santa Anna was coming but they ignored them. Sadley the Mexicans were right. On a February 23, Travis was surprised to see people fleeing from the town beyond the river. He realized that an army of Mexicans were only miles away. The men saw Mexican scouts and realized their peril. Then a few hours later Santa Anna and his 2000 men rode to the Alamo to wreak havoc for the next 13 days; and that is how the battle of the Alamo happened.
I hope you learned a lot from my article. From Travis's arrival, to how it all started and the final stand at the Alamo on the 13th day. Shortly after these events happened Texas had independence. And to this day people say to remember this great battle “Remember the Alamo”
The Battle of the Alamo was a historical battle that took place in San Antonio Texas. It lasted 13 days spanning from February, 23 to March ,6 1836. The battle was between Mexico and Texas. The Mexicanś sent Santa Annaś army to stop the Texans from growing in strength and having independence from Mexico. Santa Anna's army consisted of about 2,000 soldiers led by general Antonio Lopez. The Mexicans arrived on February, 23 1836.
On the other side of the Alamos wall was the small army of defenders consisting of about 200 men led by William Barret Travis, James Bowie and the famous frontiersman Davy Crockett. Legend says that Travis drew a line in the dirt and asked every man willing to give their life to protect this city to step over. All but two did. The battle itself was over a big town of importance across the San Antonio River. Mexico won on the 13th day when they stormed in the alamo killing everyone in sight. Though Mexico won this battle the loss pushed Texas to fight for their independence.
Why did The Battle of the Alamo happen?
After Mexico declared its independence north large groups of North Americans settled down in Texas and soon the North Americans outnumbered the native Mexicans. When Mexico saw that Texas was slipping away, they decreed that no more Americans could enter or live in Texas. Also to make sure that Texas did not slip away, they put strict controls on trade with America,and put more troops in Texas. The Americans in Texas disagreed to these rules but they were ignored. Most Americans just did not follow the rules they just ignored them. William B. Travis arrived in Texas in 1831 and was picked up in all the politics and was thrown into jail for complaining about the rules.
The other North Americans were outraged and captured a Mexican post. They also tried to fire cannons at a Mexican fort! Colonel Bradburn, the man who put Travis in jail, superior stepped in to stop the madness , freed Travis and another American lawyer and took the the place of Bradburn. A peace party in Texas ran bye Stephen F. Austin wanted to have peace and live in harmony with Mexico. So he wanted to separate the state government for Texas because Texas was a part of another state called Coahuila. Austin presented his Idea to Antonio Lopez hoping for him to ease the rules on Texas. He rejected his offer. Austin then wrote an angry letter that made him end up in prison. The Americans were very angry and everyone was agreeing to a revolution and when Austin returned he to was with the revolution.
They striked by taking a city along the San Antonio river. Then a captain ordered the troops to take control of a mission across the river that would soon be called the Alamo. Travis soon arrived to the Alamo along with James Bowie and Davy Crockett. James Bowie was in charge of the men in the Alamo. They men spent many days fortifying the mission. friendly Mexicans told the men of the Alamo that Santa Anna was coming but they ignored them. Sadley the Mexicans were right. On a February 23, Travis was surprised to see people fleeing from the town beyond the river. He realized that an army of Mexicans were only miles away. The men saw Mexican scouts and realized their peril. Then a few hours later Santa Anna and his 2000 men rode to the Alamo to wreak havoc for the next 13 days; and that is how the battle of the Alamo happened.
I hope you learned a lot from my article. From Travis's arrival, to how it all started and the final stand at the Alamo on the 13th day. Shortly after these events happened Texas had independence. And to this day people say to remember this great battle “Remember the Alamo”
References
http://www.historynet.com/battle-of-the-alamo found on february 4 ,2016
Carter A. (1990).The Last stand at The Alamo. New York: Franklin Watts found february 5, 2016
http://www.thealamo.org/history/the-1836-battle/index.html found january,28 2016
WS Westwood .(2013).The Long Barracks - Part Of The Alamo In San Antonio Texas
found february,3 2016 published july, 31
Carter A. (1990).The Last stand at The Alamo. New York: Franklin Watts found february 5, 2016
http://www.thealamo.org/history/the-1836-battle/index.html found january,28 2016
WS Westwood .(2013).The Long Barracks - Part Of The Alamo In San Antonio Texas
found february,3 2016 published july, 31
Ancient Greece
By Anthony
What was Ancient Greece? Ancient Greece existed centuries before the classical age, from 800 BCE to 500 BCE. In this article you will learn about Ancient Greece and some of their beliefs. You will also learn about the Persian war and how Greece defended themselves from the Persian’s grasp. Some other things you will learn about are the two city states in Ancient Greece, Sparta, and Athens.
Greek Beliefs
The Greeks had many beliefs. They believed in monsters such as the the Hydra, Minotaur, and Medusa. They also believed in gods and goddesses. Some of these were Zeus, Poseidon, Ares, and Hera. According to these myths these gods and goddesses gave birth to heroes like Perseus, Hercules,and Achilles. There are many myths about heroes fighting monsters, like Theseus killing the Minotaur. The Greeks built many temples to honor the gods. One of these, was the temple of Zeus in Cereis.
The Persian War
Persians wanted to extend their territory into Greece. In this war the Persians led by King Darius the First tried to invade the city of Marathon. The Persians fought against the Athenians and their allies. In the end the Persians were defeated. Then the Persians, led by Xeres I , arrived on the shores of Greece with about 2,000,000 soldiers. They were met by a party of 5,000 Greeks. Even though the Spartans held off the Persians at the pass, they were eventually defeated when the Persians were shown a secret mountain way by a Spartan trader. Two more battles sealed Persia’s fate. A land battle in which a Spartan led army, defeated the Persian army and a naval battle between the Athenian navy and the Persian navy. The Athenian naval victory determined Greece's destiny and saved Greece from Persian domination.
Greek Beliefs
The Greeks had many beliefs. They believed in monsters such as the the Hydra, Minotaur, and Medusa. They also believed in gods and goddesses. Some of these were Zeus, Poseidon, Ares, and Hera. According to these myths these gods and goddesses gave birth to heroes like Perseus, Hercules,and Achilles. There are many myths about heroes fighting monsters, like Theseus killing the Minotaur. The Greeks built many temples to honor the gods. One of these, was the temple of Zeus in Cereis.
The Persian War
Persians wanted to extend their territory into Greece. In this war the Persians led by King Darius the First tried to invade the city of Marathon. The Persians fought against the Athenians and their allies. In the end the Persians were defeated. Then the Persians, led by Xeres I , arrived on the shores of Greece with about 2,000,000 soldiers. They were met by a party of 5,000 Greeks. Even though the Spartans held off the Persians at the pass, they were eventually defeated when the Persians were shown a secret mountain way by a Spartan trader. Two more battles sealed Persia’s fate. A land battle in which a Spartan led army, defeated the Persian army and a naval battle between the Athenian navy and the Persian navy. The Athenian naval victory determined Greece's destiny and saved Greece from Persian domination.
Athens and Sparta
The Athens and Sparta were city states that had a great amount of military power. The Athens were full of thoughtful people who enjoyed science, history, and philosophy. The Athenians also put a heavy emphasis on art and literature. The Athenians also had a democratic way of government. While people in Sparta lived a more military life. The babies had to be tough and strong. To test a baby’s strength they would leave it on a mountain and see if it could last until morning. At seven years old Spartan boys were taken from their families to live in a severe army camp. They would undergo military training and released at 30 years of age. But, even after men were married they were expected to serve the army until they were 60 years old. Only then could they settle down. Women had to be loyal to the city state.
I hope you learned a lot about Ancient Greece. I hope you learned some of the names of the Greek Gods and Goddesses and their heroic children, how the Persians were driven out of Greece and a few differences between the city states of Athens and Sparta.
The Athens and Sparta were city states that had a great amount of military power. The Athens were full of thoughtful people who enjoyed science, history, and philosophy. The Athenians also put a heavy emphasis on art and literature. The Athenians also had a democratic way of government. While people in Sparta lived a more military life. The babies had to be tough and strong. To test a baby’s strength they would leave it on a mountain and see if it could last until morning. At seven years old Spartan boys were taken from their families to live in a severe army camp. They would undergo military training and released at 30 years of age. But, even after men were married they were expected to serve the army until they were 60 years old. Only then could they settle down. Women had to be loyal to the city state.
I hope you learned a lot about Ancient Greece. I hope you learned some of the names of the Greek Gods and Goddesses and their heroic children, how the Persians were driven out of Greece and a few differences between the city states of Athens and Sparta.
References
Ancient Greece
Ancient Greece Retreived 1/21/16 http://www.history.com/topics/ancient-history/ancient-greece
Greek Religion Retreived 2/16/16 http://www.britannica.com/topic/Greek-religion
Athens and Sparta Retrieved 2/24/16 http://www.ushistory.org/civ/5a.asp
The Persian War Retrieved 2/2/16 http://home.wlu.edu/~mahonj/Ancient_Philosophers/Persian_war.htm Website
Green J. Greece: countries of the world (2009) Green J. (2009) published by National Geographic society
Ancient Greece Retreived 1/21/16 http://www.history.com/topics/ancient-history/ancient-greece
Greek Religion Retreived 2/16/16 http://www.britannica.com/topic/Greek-religion
Athens and Sparta Retrieved 2/24/16 http://www.ushistory.org/civ/5a.asp
The Persian War Retrieved 2/2/16 http://home.wlu.edu/~mahonj/Ancient_Philosophers/Persian_war.htm Website
Green J. Greece: countries of the world (2009) Green J. (2009) published by National Geographic society
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Leonidas and the 300 Spartans
By Leon
How did the battle start?
The Persian king Xerxes I was attempting to take a vital vantage point which is a Greek city. But in order to take that city they had to cross a narrow pass called Thermopylae also known as “The Hot Gates.” The Greeks heard of this from a scout and sent the Spartans to defend Thermopylae. The Greeks weren't going to let them have the city, not without a fight. King Xerxes was gathering around 100,000-300,000 men, The Spartans, Thespians, and Thebans were gathering about 7,000 men in total. Then they marched to Thermopylae and waited for the Persians.
Day 1
The Persians were ready and are marching to what they think will be the end of the Greeks, but Leonidas and his 7,000 troops are ready at their position. The Persians send out a scout ahead and finds out about Leonidas and his 7000 troops. He reports it to Xeres. They reach a good place to set up camp then waited for the perfect moment to launch the attack. It is a very bloody battle, but to the Persian king’s surprise, his men are getting wiped out by the thousands. The Spartans are using a very good tactic they are pretending to retreat so the Persians chase after them, then they turn around and fight back, catching the Persians off guard. Finally the Persians retreat and Leonidas and his troops have killed around 7,000-8,000 Persians while only suffering around 50-100 casualties of their own. This was a great battle and a successful one, but the Persian king is not giving up yet.
Day 2
The Persian King was furious of his recent loss, he had underestimated the Spartan king and his men. He has a different idea to kill the Spartans, he decides to let out 20,000 of his best troops after the Spartans. They are known as the immortals, and were highly trained and called immortals because if one died another would take it’s place. He also sends a scout to see what the Spartans were doing. The scout sends back information that the Spartans are only exercising and combing their hair. So the Persian king sent his men off again hoping that the Spartans were beaten and tired could give him an advantage. When his men arrive it is like day one all over again the Spartans use their retreating tactic to kill the Persian forces. The Spartans have won again, forcing a Persian retreat and suffering minimal casualties and killing the majority of the Persians. Another battle won.
Day 3
This is the final day of the Battle of Thermopylae, and the Spartans are ready for another fight. Little do they know is that the Persian king has gotten information of a pathway so he could attack the Spartans from behind for a surprise attack. He got the information from a Spartan who betrayed his people looking for some sort of reward from the Persians (he didn't get a reward.) Leonidas was informed of the surprise attack and ordered the other men to retreat, most of them did, but 700 Thespians and 400 Thebans refused to retreat. They wanted to fight and die at Leonidas’s side. Leonidas's idea was to have everyone retreat and warn the city about the Persians to have them evacuate. While having him and his 300 Spartans stay and hold of the Persians. He will have some help so around 1,400 men would stay and fight while the other men would warn the citizens. The Persians start the battle with an arrow volley and then sent their 10,000 men forward. Leonidas said to his men, “Tonight we dine in Hades,’’to inspire them! His 1,400 men stayed and fought. Leonidas was one of the first to lose his life. Lots of Persian men were killed either by the Greek’s. As well as a number of Persian deaths were by being trampled by their allies or knocked off the cliff and drowning.
Aftermath
The Spartans were tired and beaten from their last battles and are dying.the Spartan’s deaths were not in vain. They managed over 20,000 Persian fatalities with only around 2,000 Spartan casualties and saved around 3,000 other warriors that can fight again and an entire city's population from death. Though at the lost of the city itself which was burned to the ground by the remaining Persians which retreated after burning the city fearing that more Spartans would come. This was a battle lost, but won at the same time in a way. The body of Leonidas was recovered by the Persians and in rage Xerxes had the head of Leonidas cut off and his body crucified (meaning had his body tied to a cross.) The Greeks honored Leonidas and Sparta for their bravery by making a holiday for Leonidas for being a great king and warlord. After the battle, more battles followed in the war and eventually the Greeks drove back the Persians and there was peace again. They had a monument built for Leonidas for his great leadership and immense courage. Two other monuments were put up one for the non Spartan warriors and another for the battle itself. These monuments still stand today.
The Persian king Xerxes I was attempting to take a vital vantage point which is a Greek city. But in order to take that city they had to cross a narrow pass called Thermopylae also known as “The Hot Gates.” The Greeks heard of this from a scout and sent the Spartans to defend Thermopylae. The Greeks weren't going to let them have the city, not without a fight. King Xerxes was gathering around 100,000-300,000 men, The Spartans, Thespians, and Thebans were gathering about 7,000 men in total. Then they marched to Thermopylae and waited for the Persians.
Day 1
The Persians were ready and are marching to what they think will be the end of the Greeks, but Leonidas and his 7,000 troops are ready at their position. The Persians send out a scout ahead and finds out about Leonidas and his 7000 troops. He reports it to Xeres. They reach a good place to set up camp then waited for the perfect moment to launch the attack. It is a very bloody battle, but to the Persian king’s surprise, his men are getting wiped out by the thousands. The Spartans are using a very good tactic they are pretending to retreat so the Persians chase after them, then they turn around and fight back, catching the Persians off guard. Finally the Persians retreat and Leonidas and his troops have killed around 7,000-8,000 Persians while only suffering around 50-100 casualties of their own. This was a great battle and a successful one, but the Persian king is not giving up yet.
Day 2
The Persian King was furious of his recent loss, he had underestimated the Spartan king and his men. He has a different idea to kill the Spartans, he decides to let out 20,000 of his best troops after the Spartans. They are known as the immortals, and were highly trained and called immortals because if one died another would take it’s place. He also sends a scout to see what the Spartans were doing. The scout sends back information that the Spartans are only exercising and combing their hair. So the Persian king sent his men off again hoping that the Spartans were beaten and tired could give him an advantage. When his men arrive it is like day one all over again the Spartans use their retreating tactic to kill the Persian forces. The Spartans have won again, forcing a Persian retreat and suffering minimal casualties and killing the majority of the Persians. Another battle won.
Day 3
This is the final day of the Battle of Thermopylae, and the Spartans are ready for another fight. Little do they know is that the Persian king has gotten information of a pathway so he could attack the Spartans from behind for a surprise attack. He got the information from a Spartan who betrayed his people looking for some sort of reward from the Persians (he didn't get a reward.) Leonidas was informed of the surprise attack and ordered the other men to retreat, most of them did, but 700 Thespians and 400 Thebans refused to retreat. They wanted to fight and die at Leonidas’s side. Leonidas's idea was to have everyone retreat and warn the city about the Persians to have them evacuate. While having him and his 300 Spartans stay and hold of the Persians. He will have some help so around 1,400 men would stay and fight while the other men would warn the citizens. The Persians start the battle with an arrow volley and then sent their 10,000 men forward. Leonidas said to his men, “Tonight we dine in Hades,’’to inspire them! His 1,400 men stayed and fought. Leonidas was one of the first to lose his life. Lots of Persian men were killed either by the Greek’s. As well as a number of Persian deaths were by being trampled by their allies or knocked off the cliff and drowning.
Aftermath
The Spartans were tired and beaten from their last battles and are dying.the Spartan’s deaths were not in vain. They managed over 20,000 Persian fatalities with only around 2,000 Spartan casualties and saved around 3,000 other warriors that can fight again and an entire city's population from death. Though at the lost of the city itself which was burned to the ground by the remaining Persians which retreated after burning the city fearing that more Spartans would come. This was a battle lost, but won at the same time in a way. The body of Leonidas was recovered by the Persians and in rage Xerxes had the head of Leonidas cut off and his body crucified (meaning had his body tied to a cross.) The Greeks honored Leonidas and Sparta for their bravery by making a holiday for Leonidas for being a great king and warlord. After the battle, more battles followed in the war and eventually the Greeks drove back the Persians and there was peace again. They had a monument built for Leonidas for his great leadership and immense courage. Two other monuments were put up one for the non Spartan warriors and another for the battle itself. These monuments still stand today.
References
Battle of Thermopylae Retrieved Jan 21 at https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Battle_of_Thermopylae
Battle of Thermopylae Retrieved Jan 27 at www.ancientgreece.co.uk/war/story/sto_set.html
Paul Cartledge Thermopylae written (2007) Peter Mayer Publisher Inc.
Battle of Thermopylae Retrieved Jan 27 at www.ancientgreece.co.uk/war/story/sto_set.html
Paul Cartledge Thermopylae written (2007) Peter Mayer Publisher Inc.