A Quick Overview of the American Revolution
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- Written by Joslyn Fresay
- Parent Category: 18th Century History Articles
- Category: American Revolution
Liberty and freedom are important concepts to American citizens. People often speak with reverence of the blood spilled to gain and protect the freedom that is held so dear. It is true that many battles have been fought and wars waged to protect American liberty, and many American men and women have died defending their nation, but few of these wars speak so eloquently of these values as the American Revolution.
Commerce Standards in the 18th Century
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- Written by Magnolia Potter
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Commerce drives the modern world. Without the advent of commerce in its current form, the world would never have experienced the level of technology and freedom of information that exists today.
7 Bone-Chilling Facts About Crime and Punishment During the 18th Century
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- Written by Scott Mathews
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- Category: Law and Order
In the 18th century, while heinous crimes were punishable by death, some punishments for some minor crimes went above and beyond. Besides, a corrupt legal system and a lack of a police force gave way to very brutal punishments.
How Cancer Research has Changed Since the 1700s
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- Written by Frankie Wallace
- Parent Category: 18th Century History Articles
- Category: Medical History
According to historians, the ancient Egyptians blamed cancer on the gods. Treatment included the use of grains and fruits, as well as cauterization of affected areas of the body, attempts that yielded few (if any) results. Societies throughout history took a similar approach to cancer treatment and came up with various theories regarding causation.
On This Day in History For the Month of February
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- Written by Rick Brainard
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Take a look at the important events that took place in the month of February.
Famous Birthdays in February
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- Written by Rick Brainard
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Here are the famous people who were born in February. Look down the list and see if the person born on the day of the month matches yours if you were born in February.