This document outlines a course on the history of Europe from 1453 to 1789 AD. It includes 5 units that will cover topics like the fall of Constantinople, the Renaissance, the Reformation, the Industrial Revolution, the rise of countries like Spain, France, Prussia and Russia, as well as enlightened despotism and the French Revolution. The objectives are to understand the importance of Constantinople's fall and the origins of the Industrial Revolution. References for further reading on these topics and periods are also provided.
Initially published on 28th November 2004 in Buzzle
Excerpts:
If Giscard neglects Turkey, Alexander the Great rejected Europe!
How can one consider king Alexander of Macedonia, rejected by the Athenians and by the famous orator Demosthenes, as a 'European' without taking his model into proper account? Alexander did not see the Adriatic coast of Illyria, did not set foot on the Greek islands of the Ionian Sea, and did not advance even 1 km beyond the western borders of Macedonia, whereas his military expeditions and invasions drove him more than 4000 km away in the East, on rather Asiatic territory!
For Alexander, Egypt (Africa) was more important than the Ancient Greek cities – colonies of the Black Sea.
Syria and Judea were more valuable to him than Iberia.
Even more so, Persia was more precious for Alexander than the Italian peninsula.
For Alexander, apparently Amun - Ra was far more sublime than Zeus, Jupiter and the Celtic gods.
Furthermore, Bactria, Sogdiana, Transoxiana, in Central Asia, Arachosia, Gedrosia, Pentapotamia, in Eastern Iran and Pakistan, were the circumferences he wished to unify under his scepter – not the Scandinavian Peninsula, the Alps, and the plains of Scythia/Russia.
The border was not in the Azores or the Faeroes, but in the North of India, whereas the epicenter, the capital of Alexander’s vast empire, was at Babylon, Mesopotamia! What a blow for … Europe!
As a consequence, Alexander the Great, the embodiment of military virtue for Julius Caesar, becomes now a non-European!
Initially published on 28th November 2004 in Buzzle
Excerpts:
If Giscard neglects Turkey, Alexander the Great rejected Europe!
How can one consider king Alexander of Macedonia, rejected by the Athenians and by the famous orator Demosthenes, as a 'European' without taking his model into proper account? Alexander did not see the Adriatic coast of Illyria, did not set foot on the Greek islands of the Ionian Sea, and did not advance even 1 km beyond the western borders of Macedonia, whereas his military expeditions and invasions drove him more than 4000 km away in the East, on rather Asiatic territory!
For Alexander, Egypt (Africa) was more important than the Ancient Greek cities – colonies of the Black Sea.
Syria and Judea were more valuable to him than Iberia.
Even more so, Persia was more precious for Alexander than the Italian peninsula.
For Alexander, apparently Amun - Ra was far more sublime than Zeus, Jupiter and the Celtic gods.
Furthermore, Bactria, Sogdiana, Transoxiana, in Central Asia, Arachosia, Gedrosia, Pentapotamia, in Eastern Iran and Pakistan, were the circumferences he wished to unify under his scepter – not the Scandinavian Peninsula, the Alps, and the plains of Scythia/Russia.
The border was not in the Azores or the Faeroes, but in the North of India, whereas the epicenter, the capital of Alexander’s vast empire, was at Babylon, Mesopotamia! What a blow for … Europe!
As a consequence, Alexander the Great, the embodiment of military virtue for Julius Caesar, becomes now a non-European!
CAMBRIDGE A2 HISTORY: TOTALITARIANISM IN STALIN'S RUSSIAGeorge Dumitrache
CAMBRIDGE A2 HISTORY: TOTALITARIANISM IN STALIN'S RUSSIA. It contains: authoritarian regimes, fascism to maintain order, back to the Great War, Lenin and the Russian Civil War, control over individual life, the totalitarian goal.
Russian Revolution - an Optional chapter for Class IX - History I unit. The Three revolutions (1905, February 1917 & October 1917 Revolution) which overall made the Russian Revolution and gave the World, the first Socialist country i.e. U.S.S.R. has been discussed over here.
CAMBRIDGE A2 HISTORY: HISTORIAN PERSPECTIVES ABOUT THE RED TERRORGeorge Dumitrache
CAMBRIDGE A2 HISTORY: HISTORIAN PERSPECTIVES ABOUT THE RED TERROR. Contains: Courtois, Pipes, Marx, Stalin, Conquest, Figes, Ryan, historical significance.
Europe is a continent that can be divided into four regions: Western Europe, Eastern Europe, Northern Europe, and Southern Europe. The United Nations Geoscheme also divides Europe into the same four subregions. The exact placement of individual countries may vary based on the criteria being used, and there is no universal agreement on Europe’s regional composition.
CAMBRIDGE A2 HISTORY: TOTALITARIANISM IN STALIN'S RUSSIAGeorge Dumitrache
CAMBRIDGE A2 HISTORY: TOTALITARIANISM IN STALIN'S RUSSIA. It contains: authoritarian regimes, fascism to maintain order, back to the Great War, Lenin and the Russian Civil War, control over individual life, the totalitarian goal.
Russian Revolution - an Optional chapter for Class IX - History I unit. The Three revolutions (1905, February 1917 & October 1917 Revolution) which overall made the Russian Revolution and gave the World, the first Socialist country i.e. U.S.S.R. has been discussed over here.
CAMBRIDGE A2 HISTORY: HISTORIAN PERSPECTIVES ABOUT THE RED TERRORGeorge Dumitrache
CAMBRIDGE A2 HISTORY: HISTORIAN PERSPECTIVES ABOUT THE RED TERROR. Contains: Courtois, Pipes, Marx, Stalin, Conquest, Figes, Ryan, historical significance.
Europe is a continent that can be divided into four regions: Western Europe, Eastern Europe, Northern Europe, and Southern Europe. The United Nations Geoscheme also divides Europe into the same four subregions. The exact placement of individual countries may vary based on the criteria being used, and there is no universal agreement on Europe’s regional composition.
The History Learning Site covered all interesting topics of history like Ancient Rome, Medieval England, Nazi Germany, Stuart England, World War Two and many more.
Begin your study of this period by reading Chapters 8 and 9 in Eur.docxtaitcandie
Begin your study of this period by reading Chapters 8 and 9 in
European History
.
Empire, War, & Colonial Rebellion
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The American Revolution will be covered in greater detail in the U.S. History course, but it is important that you understand the direct relationship between the ideas of the Enlightenment and the foundations of American government.
Begin by reading an overview of events at
History World
;
then read this short essay: "
Could the American Revolution Have Happened Without the Age of Enlightenment
?" Finally, before beginning the assignment below, work through the slideshow. The first few slides will feel like review, but it does eventually focus on the American Revolution.
Enlightenment
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Inadvertently, the American Revolution contributed to the political, social, and economic unrest that resulted in the French Revolution. At
World History
you will find a one-page overview of the revolution and an introduction to Napoleon.
A more detailed account of the French Revolution's beginnings and consequences is found in a series of three lectures from
History Guide.
Begin with "
Origins of the French Revolution
." (If the link doesn't work, click
here
then select "Lectures on Modern European Intellectual History" and then choose Lecture 11. When you finish reading, return to the Table of Contents and proceed to read the next two lectures.)
"The French Revolution:
The Moderate Stage
, 1789-1792"
"The French Revolution:
The Radical Stage
, 1792-1794"
The following slideshows can be used as a quick review or can be read before the lectures to get a sense of some key points that are explained in full in the lectures.
23.1 - The French Revolution Threatens the French King
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23.2 - The French Revolution Brings Reform and Terror
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Out of the French Revolution came one of the best known military strategists in history: Napoleon Boneparte. Historians are divided on the nature of his legacy: Was he a hero or a villain? Was he a genius or a power-hungry madman? One thing is certain, he left a lasting impact on Europe and America.
The slide show background looks long (90 slides) but many of them are pictures (some might not open--that's okay-we are more interested in the content), so it is not as much reading as it seems. After going through the slide show, watch the 45 biography of Napoleon.
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While European settlers and peasants were putting the ideals of the Enlightenment into action and demanding changes in government, a similar spirit was moving through the people enslaved by those same Europeans. Begin your study of these revolts at
History World
by reading an overview of
Haiti
and
Latin America
(read pages 5 to 7).
Next, delve deeper into the Haitian Revolution at
Slave Resistance: A Caribbean Study
.
Explore the multifaceted world of Muntadher Saleh, an Iraqi polymath renowned for his expertise in visual art, writing, design, and pharmacy. This SlideShare delves into his innovative contributions across various disciplines, showcasing his unique ability to blend traditional themes with modern aesthetics. Learn about his impactful artworks, thought-provoking literary pieces, and his vision as a Neo-Pop artist dedicated to raising awareness about Iraq's cultural heritage. Discover why Muntadher Saleh is celebrated as "The Last Polymath" and how his multidisciplinary talents continue to inspire and influence.
Hadj Ounis's most notable work is his sculpture titled "Metamorphosis." This piece showcases Ounis's mastery of form and texture, as he seamlessly combines metal and wood to create a dynamic and visually striking composition. The juxtaposition of the two materials creates a sense of tension and harmony, inviting viewers to contemplate the relationship between nature and industry.
2137ad Merindol Colony Interiors where refugee try to build a seemengly norm...luforfor
This are the interiors of the Merindol Colony in 2137ad after the Climate Change Collapse and the Apocalipse Wars. Merindol is a small Colony in the Italian Alps where there are around 4000 humans. The Colony values mainly around meritocracy and selection by effort.
2137ad - Characters that live in Merindol and are at the center of main storiesluforfor
Kurgan is a russian expatriate that is secretly in love with Sonia Contado. Henry is a british soldier that took refuge in Merindol Colony in 2137ad. He is the lover of Sonia Contado.
3.
To know importance of the fall of Constantinople
To understand causes for the origin of Industrial
revolution
To study the feature of enlighten despotism
Objectives:
4.
Fall of Constantinople
causes and effects Geographical Discoveries
Renaissance
Reformation
Counter Reformation
UNIT I
5.
Industrial Revolution Causes and Results
Agrarian Revolution Causes and Results
Rise of Spain
Charles V – His Wars and Policies
Philip II – His Wars and Policies
War of Dutch Independence – Causes and Results
UNIT II
6.
Thirty Years War - Causes and Results
Rise of France – Henry IV Rise of France Louis XIII
Enlightened Despotism in Europe
Louis XIV of France Internal and External Policies
Frederick the Great of Prussia Internal and External
Policies
UNIT III
7.
Peter the Great of Russia
Internal and External Policies Getharine the Great of
Russia
Internal and External Policies Joseph – II the Great of
Austria
Internal and External Policies Rise of Sweedan
Gustavus II Adolphus
UNIT IV
8.
Rise of Automan Turks Louis XV (1715 – 1774) of France
Philosophers and Thinkers
Montesquieu (1689 -1785),
Voltaire (1694 -1778)
Rousseau (1712-1778)
French Revolution 1789 – Causes and Results
UNIT V
9.
H.A. Davis Blount, An Outline History of the World, Read Books, New
Delhi, 2007.
Mckinley, Albert E.,Arthur C. Howland & Matttew L. Dawn, World
History Vol I & II , Atlantic Publishers, New Delhi, 1994
J.E. Swain, A History of World Civilization, Eurasia, Publishers, New Delhi
1970
George Walter Southgate, A Text Book of Modern European History 1453-
1661, Dent, 1954.
Carlton J.H. Hayes, A Political and Social History of Modern Europe, Vol.
1, Macmillan, Madras, 1924.
Arun Bhattacharjee, A History of Europe (1453-1789), sterling Publisher,
Delhi, 1981.
Sir Charles Grant Robertson, A History of Western Europe, A.d. 1453-1789:
From the Fall of Constantinople to the French revolution, E.Benn, London,
1929.
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