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There are subtle stylistic differences that occur in the Piombino Apollo that make it more advanced than the archaic kouros, which lead many scholars to distinguish this statue as Hellenistic rather than Archaic. The modelling of the back is one of the biggest alterations that occurs between actual kouros from the archaic period and the Piombino Apollo. The back of the statue is much more artistically advanced than the front regarding modelling (Ridgway 1967: 48). The subtle modelling of the muscular

It was 1307 and Edward I who was sixty eight at the time of his death would now pass the throne to his son Edward II. Edward II who was “Lord of Caernarfon, prince of Wales, duke of Aquitaine, earl of Chester and count of Pontheiu” would now inherit a war with Scotland from his father. Edward II was rather a particular fellow with unusual hobbies that he showed throughout his reign. Evidence points that Edward II may have had a relationship with Piers Gaveston, but also he had been banished from

UNCLASSIFIED//FOUO Spur Ride Study Guide 4-7 JUN 14 GARRYOWEN! UNCLASSIFIED//FOUO Unit History (Abbreviated) The 7th Cavalry Regiment was constituted on July 28, 1866 in the Regular Army as the 7th Cavalry. It was organized on September 21, 1866 at Fort Riley, Kansas as part of an expansion of the Regular Army following the demobilization of the wartime volunteer and draft forces. From 1866 through 1871, the Regiment was posted at Ft. Riley and fought in the Indian Wars, notably at the Battle

The Siege of Yorktown The Siege of Yorktown, otherwise known as the Battle of Yorktown or the German Battle, was the final and deciding battle in the American War for Independence. This blockade of American and French troops took place in Yorktown, Virginia, hence the name entitled to this bombardment. Led by George Washington, a Virginian Commander-in-Chief, the Continental Army traveled south out of Williamsburg to surround Yorktown. Aided by French General de Rochambeau, this organized military

Beethoven’s Seventh Symphony showed the world not only what a nearly perfect musical composition sounds like, but also the sheer relevance and absolute importance of historical context in the perception of music. Written from 1811 to 1812, the piece has to this day remained one of Beethoven’s greatest works. Beethoven dedicated the symphony to Count Moritz von Fries, an aristocrat that frequently hosted Beethoven in his more than accommodating home. The premiere for the symphony was on December 8th

William Thomson, seems like an ordinary man living in the 19th century, but what if I said, Lord Kelvin…would that spark any knowledge? Lord Kelvin, otherwise known as William Thomson, is well known for his discovery of the Kelvin scale. Without multiple inventions and discoveries made by William Thomson, the science world would be lacking much insight of thermodynamics, navigation at sea, and communication across the Atlantic. Although not an Einstein, Thomson’s contributions to the science world

What role did England have over Ireland during the time period known as the Great Famine? During this time period millions of people died in Ireland of starvation and disease. What is still being argued about today is who to blame for the famine; England or Ireland. By looking into the role England played during the famine we get a closer look as to who is responsible, if anyone. What did the British do and/or not do that made an impact on Ireland during the Potato Famine? The British policies that

Throughout this soliloquy in act 3 scene 4 of Shakespeare's Richard III Lord Hastings is led to his execution. This scene portrays how the cycle of nemesis turns for all who choose to chase earthly glory. He projects his regret to chase power alongside Richard as well as when he neglected to acknowledge the many implications that led to his demise ultimate punishment, death. He is currently being lowered off the wheel of fortune while simultaneously Richard has come one step into his goal with his

In the year of 1815 the world was in turmoil again. Napoleon Bonaparte (1769 - 1821) had escaped his exile and had returned in force. Once again he gained control of France’s military and was on the loose. It would come down to two Seventh Coalition armies to defeat one of the greatest military commanders of the age. The Duke of Wellington Field Marshal Arthur Wellesley (1769 - 1852) leading the British-Allied army and the Prince of Wahlstatt Gebhard Leberecht von Blücher (1742 - 1819) leading the

The common theme shared across both texts, a difficult environment can challenge a person's character or true nature. In 'Breaker Morant’, this is evident through the character of Harry Morant, the protagonist of the story. Following the death of his friend and comrade, Captain Hunt, Morant orders his unit, the Bushveldt Carbineers to ride for multiple days at a time in hopes of tracking the Boer soldiers. As evident by the narration, 'We rode another couple of days... hardly ever stopped'. Who ambushed