European society gradually transformed from a Europe that was in anarchy during the Dark Ages to several national states. ... European society began to look back to classic ancient cultures of Rome, Greece and also the Islamic cultures. ... The Church was the most influential force in Europe and was somewhat of a government because the majority of Europeans had it in common. ... The languages that are spoken today in Europe and in which literature is written went through a quick evolution during the Middle Ages because of barbarization. ... These changes in government, society and culture w...

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The forced integration of European culture into the lives of Native Americans marked the beginning of a trend that could be traced through history to the present day. ... Through European eyes the Native Americans knew nothing of how to live. ... Such a reaction to the European influence contributed to the eventual downfall of most Indian culture in America, as they were pushed increasingly farther from their traditional ways. ... Such a deliberate opposition to the Europeans was the first of its kind. ... The relationship between the cultures remained in good standing until Powhatan died ...

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Throughout the sixteenth century, expanding boundaries was an extremely prominent part of European culture. ... Slaves brought all of their culture, traditions, and skills to America with them and this changed the economic and social structures of the New World. ... Before European Expansion, European cultures had used the term "savage" when describing people who speak a different language, or have a different race, mostly anyone not living within a Christian civilization. ... European Expansion elevated the European world and helped them advance as a civilization. ... European Expan...

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Question What does an enlarged European Union represent to you? ... According to me, an enlarged European Union is a benefit to the modern time, it is the new internationalism that corresponds with the global society and provides a new culture of euro-nationalism, a new way of thinking for a better common future. We, the students, can experience that common European reality in part through the Bologna Declaration. If the strategies that in this sense are developing in the higher education confirm readiness for confronting the spirit of time, it is possible to assume the benefits that will b...

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After the first British colonies were established, the majority of the people who migrated to Australia were from the Europe. ... In 1947, 81 % of new arrivals came from Europe. ... (MSN Learning & Research, 1993) Currently people of European descent make up about 91 % of Australia's population. Although most claim British or Irish heritage, there are also Italian, Dutch, Greek, German, and other European groups. ... As the Europeans have taken over Australia's culture they have set up a lifestyle that is based on individual freedoms. ...

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Migration in Russia and Eastern Europe has shaped the civilization and culture in many ways. ... Many cultures of Eastern Europe experienced dramatic culture importation. ... Russian culture not only has been influenced by parts of Europe, but they have done their fair share of influencing. Russian culture has had a great impact on most of the European civilizations. Countries such as: Poland, Ukraine, Czech Republic, Slovakia are highly influenced by Russian culture. ...

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Due to their (the Europeans) blind ignorance of the Aboriginal culture this led to inevitable conflict and bloodshed. ... The Europeans concluded that the Aboriginals culture place little or no value on material possessions. Instead the Aboriginals adapted to the environment, whereas the Europeans adapted their environment to suit their culture and their way of life. ... When the Europeans dispossessed the land from these people, their culture, society, belief-system and Kinship groups vanished. ... The Aboriginal and European cultures were so diverse that opportunities for mutual understandi...

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Over five centuries ago, European explorer Christopher Columbus fortuitously discovered America. ... In the beginning, the Natives were friendly towards the Europeans. A mutual respect for one another and curiosity for the other's way of life allowed the two cultures to live in temporary harmony. ... However the original inhabitants of America, or the "Indians" as the Europeans called them, had been roaming the lands for thousands of years prior to European intervention, and have a history of their own. ... The stories of contact between the inhabitants and the Europeans told only of ...

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European Adventure Traveling to Europe can be fun and exciting. With its many cultures and background, the traveler will find countries rich in history, architecture, art, and intellectual minds of the past. ... According to Darwin Porter one of the authors for Fromms 2000 guide to Europe, "The Continent is still in a dynamic, creative mood artistic and culture ferment are still very much part of the present." ... One can contact the "28 Nation European Travel Planner" for free brochures on traveling to Europe and planning guides. ... Just a little research will have the European traveler e...

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The bonds of commerce within Europe tightened, and the?... Developments in 19th-century Europe are bounded by two great events. ... Its inception resulted from many trends in European society, culture, and diplomacy during the late 19th century. ... much of modern Europe was defined. ... Some referred to this process as'the Americanization of Europe??. ...

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The men were sent to Europe as a slave. ... Native American culture suffered heavily because of their isolation from the rest of the world. ... For that reason, some Native Americans learned to coexist with Europeans, setting up trade networks and adopting European technologies. ... Religions and cultures of some indigenous tribes were completely disappeared. ... But Native Americans continue to survive and flourish by maintaining their distinct cultures. ...

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The three main key sources of influence on the development of African American religion were the influences from the African past, borrowings from the patterns of European American culture, and religious responses of African Americans to their subordinate status in a racist and stratified social system. ... The European American culture also had a great deal of influence on the African Americans but I don't believe as much as the religious aspects of them. The European cultures just slightly influenced by introducing new ideas helping Africa grow. ... There were five functions that the...

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All around the earth there are differences in people through race, color, ethnicity, religion, and culture. ... This included violating basic human rights of other cultures and peoples. ... This was called the European civilizing mission. ... He tried to convert the people there to his language and culture and was killed by the chief of the tribe for trying to do so. ... Race wasn't the only thing that sparked conflicts in Europe. ...

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The European countries had existed in a medieval state for many, many years. ... The Europeans had been slowly developing the center of a growing trade that would eventually expand the horizons of medieval Europe. ... The Europeans were imported such products as medicine, silks, precious stones, dye-woods, perfumes, and rugs. ... Although the Europeans depended heavily on this trade for many items, it was too costly and far away. ... Because these European countries began to learn again and to except the natural advancement of culture, they were able to create the tools they need to become...

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This idea was named the European Idea. ... It made Europe extraordinary. ... They are not European. ... The European thought is consequently outsider to the union of Europe's business sector economies. ... Europe would stop to be a model. ...

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This speculates the loyalties of Jews at the time and proves that the Jews in medieval Christian Europe must have followed and believed what is said in this text. One might ask why Jews in medieval Christian Europe chose persecution, misery or even death, over conversion. ... The Jewish culture was so important that it had to remain protected and coveted. ... As we examine closer the lessons learned in this reading and the teachings of Rashi one can clearly see that the Jews of medieval Christian Europe hold the Jewish faith to be the most important aspect of their lives. This includes J...

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Compare and Contrast of Northern Europe and Ancient Greece Every culture has a myth about the creation of their universe and themselves. ... In Europe there is a similar god, Frey, the god of sun and rain. ... The god's path to power tells a lot about the culture too. ... In Europe people are formed from trees. ... Both cultures thought they were created from the earth by the gods. ...

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In this center of advanced international studies (the prestigous Paul Nitze School, here in Bologna) it doesn't need further explanation that this homogeneity is crucial in Europe, to say the least, crucial for good reasons, namely for the plurality of Europe's cultures/traditions and interests. ... I am going to give you some arguments for genuine components of German political culture now and − which is, in my opinion, far more important: I am going to give you reasons for these genuine components of German political culture. ... Reasons for these statements may tell ...

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The drug culture as it is known today incorporates countless numbers of drugs as well as their uses and cultural meanings. ... Tobacco never went out of fashion in Europe. ... Once in Europe, coffee became a global crop. ... Marijuana is used for nothing else in the American culture. ... What evolved was a drug culture in the U.S. ...

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Albania is one of few countries in Europe where the communist regime build its roots for about 46 years. ... While other European countries were trying to work together and make the great European family work, in Albania the isolation started. ... There was a secret policy that controlled everything, so the people were not allowed to say what they thought, to wear what they liked, to read books or listen to music of other cultures. ... They don't have to wait at the embassy to take a visa but they can visit other countries, have a better education and even come back to Albania and spread ...

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Europe was the center of the world at the beginning of the twentieth century. ... The most apparent answer was in Europe's technological superiority. ... The only threat to Europe's superiority lay in its internal rivalries; Europe alone was strong enough to defeat Europe. ... I understood this as a reference to how Europeans drew sharp lines between their own culture and the rest of the world. ... Nationalism played a big role in Europe. ...

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This period of instability in Western Europe made room for a new group to dominate; the Islamic Empires. ... The limitation of free expression, thinking, and the disallowance of outer beliefs and cultures within the religion stagnated the opportunity to expand the empire and to rebuild their economic and political structures. ... Ultimately, the tolerance and acceptance of different ideologies and cultures and the encouragement of free thought created a sense of unity that was much more appealing compared to the restraints of the Roman Catholic Church in Western Europe which pushed outsiders...

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Europe soon developed far greater military tactics than any other region. European gun manufactories produced canons of better range and accuracy. ... Europe quickly became the forerunner in scientific study and in effect created a culture far superior to any other at the time. ... This is in fact were Europe has the greatest stronghold by the 17th century. ... Europe also had very favorable trade routes with other regions of the world. ...

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Europe made up more than 30 countries and even more distinct cultures; it is now trying to adjust to new economic systems throughout the world. ... Europe is trying to advance it's old Trading block called the European Economic Community to become the European Union. ... Problems Facing the European Union Sovereignty or Unity This raises many conflicts with Europeans. ... Government Structure The European Unions main institutions are the European Parliament, the European Commission, the European Court of Justice, the Council of Ministers and the Court of Audit...

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Although it may look like feudalism only existed in Europe, it did not. ... At the top of the social scale in Japan was the emperor, just like a European king. ... A European king received the same treatment and had the same power. ... Although the similarities of Japanese and European culture might make them look alike, there are also many and perhaps more differences than similarities. ... In Europe, however, the main religions were Christianity and Catholicism. ...

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