The 18th century was a tumultuous time; from revolution to innovation the world saw many changes in technology and ideals. These changes were rapid and they were feared, for good reason. The monarchs and those who had been in power for centuries that had grown comfortable believed that the past life was sufficient and thought…
There are critics who disagree with the expenditure on space exploration, which they claim can better be used to solve earthly problems. However, they seem to forget that this is one of the fields which tests a man’s intellect. But, how does a common man draw benefits of space exploration? The advances made in field…
Background Montesquieu was born on the 19th of January in 1689. Born at La Brède Educated at the Oratorian Collège de Juilly Got his law degree from the University of Bordeaux in 1708, later on he went to Paris to continue his legal studies. The death of his father caused him to return to La…
Biography Born in Westport England, 1588 Hobbes’ father (a vicar) abandoned the family when Hobbes was young Graduated from Magdalen Hall 1608 Tutor to young William Cavendish, with whom, he travelled through continental Europe While spending time in Paris, Hobbes began to consider himself a philosopher Wrote The Elements of Law, Natural and Politic while…
Early Life Born April 22, 1724-Köningsberg Artisan Pietist family Taught hard-work, honesty, cleanliness and independence Attended University of Köningsberg Tutored and then taught at the University Key Works Three Critiques Critique of Pure Reason Critique of Practical Reason Critique of Judgement Critique of Pure Reason Very long and very complex Determine the limits and scope…
A lunar eclipse is an event during which Earth’s shadow prevents the sunlight from reaching the moon. When an eclipse occurs, the moon usually remains visible, but has a dusky red or coppery color, which results when Earth’s atmosphere bends some sunlight-mostly longer red wavelengths-into the umbra. A total lunar eclipse occurs when the moon…
Lunar craters are basically circular hollows on the surface of the moon. They are formed because of the impact of the meteoroids strikes. The smallest craters are microscopic pits, but the largest, the Aitken Basin, is nearly 21000 kilometres wide. Just an interesting fact, one of the most interesting craters on the moon is Copernicus.…
From Earth, one can look towards the night sky and observe that the moon appears to have areas that are lighter, and areas that are considerably darker. These dark areas are referred to as lunar maria, which are basically land basins on the moon in varying sizes. These basins were formed when hot, molten lava…
Born on April 10, 1583 Deft, Holland Worked as a jurist in the Dutch republic Laid the foundations for the international law With Francisco de Vitoria and Alberico Gentili Philosopher, Theologian, Christian apologist, Playwright and Poet Key works: Mare Liberum and De Jure Belli ac Pacis Early Life Born in Deft, Holland First child Jan…
The Life of Gibbon Born in England in 1737 Eldest and only surviving child of seven. Constantly sick as a child, considered a runt. Neglected by his mother, raised by her sister (his aunt) Raised as Protestant, then turned Catholic in his youth. Traveled around Europe much in his twenties and thirties Fell in love…
Early life Born 4 January 1643 in Lincolnshire, England Came from a poor family, allowed to attend school at King’s College for free because of his academic ability and bible knowledge Attended Trinity College with intention of becoming an England Minister, graduated in 1666, bible knowledge impressed teachers again Beliefs Unorthodox Christian who was highly…
Biography Francois Marie Arouet was born on November 21, 1694 in Paris. He was born into a middle-class family. His father was a minor treasury official in Paris. He is better known by his pen name; Voltaire. Voltaire was educated at the Jesuit College Louis-Le-Grande in Paris from (1704-11). He studied law from (1711-13) and…
Heavily believed in literature – when Denis’s wife, Anne Toinette Champion, grew sick of books Denis found new love to write Good money, Denis worked as a translator provide average income and support his wife and family His fascination in biological sciences drew him closer and closer to the job as the editor of the…
Biography January 17th 1706 – April 17th 1790 Milk Street, Boston, Massachusetts Attended Boston Latin School, finished school at 10 years old Worked for brother James at New England Courant Developed the persona “Mrs. Silence Dogood” in order to send letters to the newspaper Writer, political theorist and artist, postmaster, scientist and an inventor Inventions…
Beccaria’s Biography born in 1738, in Milan, Italy part of an Aristocratic family friends with Pietro and Alessandro Verri, and they together formed a society called the “academy of fists” Beccaria had spoken to his friend, Pietro, about the legal system, gaining knowledge that he used to write his famous essay, “On Crimes and Punishment”,…
Hand Tools Hand tools are non-powered. They include anything from axes to wrenches. The greatest hazards posed by hand tools result from misuse and improper maintenance. Hand Tool Misuse The greatest hazards posed by hand tools result from misuse and improper maintenance. Some examples: Using a screwdriver as a chisel may cause the tip of…
Induction: Induced & Permanent Charging Static electricity can be generated through: Friction, Conduction, INDUCTION Induction INDUCTION involves the movement of electrons in a neutral object when a charged object is brought close to the neutral object. The movement occurs WITHOUT DIRECT CONTACT between objects. Induced Charge Separation/ Temporary Charging When a negatively charged rod is…
Gamal Abdul Nasser 1918-70 Born on Jan 15 1918 in Bacos, Alexandria, Gamal Abdul Nasser came from modest beginnings, having been the son of a postman. In Alexandria, he acquired enough education to gain admission to the Egyptian Military Academy and graduated as an officer by 1938. Having fought in the first Arab-Israeli War in…
“When discrimination against Blacks, Jews, and women, though prevalent, is no longer officially sanctioned, discrimination against homosexuals is condoned by both church and state.” Two objectives Removal of laws and practices discriminating against homosexuals Acceptance of sexuality Considered an ethnic minority No permanent security Excluded Heterosexuals need to accept them as equals, not a sexual…
Totalitarianism is merely a word, but behind this word are eras marked with terror and death. The plague of fear that coursed through the veins of the people living under these regimes was brought on by individuals who, through outside circumstances or their own abilities, were able to rise to the position of dictator, leaving…
