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Meaning and Identity in Public Art While visiting the Capitol Square, I felt like I had stepped back into an ancient Greek culture. From the colossal pillars supporting the building to the bronze statues of Greek goddesses among our "war heroes" it is easy to mistake the Capitol building for a Greek temple. I want to share with you what the architecture communicated to me, what the subject of the art was that I observed, and why the building was placed where it now stands. Anyone who

Alexander the Great was born from King Philip II of Macedonia and Olympias, princess of Epirus in 365 BCE. At a young age Alexander was taught by Aristotle. He taught Alexander politics, sports, warfare, as well as academic subjects. When King Philip was assassinated in 336 BCE, Alexander inherited his father’s army and empire. Using his outstanding knowledge, and his father’s great army, Alexander was able to conquer a great amount of Europe, Asia, and Africa. Alexander was substantially great considering

The author argues that Artemisia contributes to Herodotus’ account of Xerxes’ quest against the Greeks by giving her wise advice to Xerxes that was crucial to Persian victory in which it was not the incompetence of the Persian army that should be contributed to their defeat but Xerxes’ failure to follow Artemisia’s advice. Additionally, the qualities that separate Artemisia from the Barbarians does not alienate her from the Greeks but rather makes her analogous to them, particularly to the Athenians

of the World, and a beautiful marble tomb for the ancient king of Caria. This kingdom consisted of Halicarnassus and surrounding areas. This amazing burial place once looked over this glorious kingdom, being very tall and large. It was untouched for almost 1,700 years, until other people recognized its wonder and “borrowed” some of the building stones. The Mausoleum at Halicarnassus was built in the capital city of Caria, Halicarnassus, which was present-day Bodrum, Turkey. It was built

human rights that it alarmed several international organizations. To illustrate, the Inter-American Commission on Human Rights received several reports and petitions in the past years in order to protect human rights violated by the government (Brewer-Carías, 2010 p.386-387). Some examples of those violations are attacks to freedom of expression by closing TV channels and radio stations, and numerous physical attacks to journalists from the opposition. In fact, Venezuelan human rights have suffered in

Alexander III of Macedon, typically referred to as Alexander the Great was born in Pella, in July 356 BC, as the son of Phillip II and Queen Olympia. He was under the tutelage of Aristotle until he attained the age of 16. Following Phillip’s assassination in 336 BC, Alexander inherited his father’s throne as the king of the Ancient Greek monarchy of Macedon. Moreover, the military training that he had received during his tender age prepared him both physically and psychologically for the history

The case is Mrs. Finkbine wants an abortion after finding out her baby may be deformed from her uses of a tranquilizer containing thalidomide. This drug mostly caused babies to be born without ears, arms, legs or they were severely deformed limbs, although it could also affect other organs such as the brain. For the most part, they were physical deformities that didn’t affect the mental capacity of the babies. The dilemma is whether or not it is ethical to have an abortion just because there is

Hittites. Around the time the Greeks came to power was where many of the greatest accomplishments were made. Two of the seven wonders of the world were built in Asia Minor. They were the Temple of Artemis at Ephesus and the Mausoleum of Halicarnassus in Caria. The first western philosopher, Thales, was born in Ionia and began scientific inquiry and methods. “Herodotus, the `Father of History' was born at Halicarnassus.(Mark)” Pythagoras was also born in Asia Minor, and the apostle Paul was born in Cilicia

for mutual defense against common enemies with oaths of allegiance --that swore no secession, purposing to punish Persia and liberate captured Greeks. Members of the League symmachia (treaty) included the Greek islands, Ionian poleis, Hellespont, Caria, and Thrace. The confederation established a treasury in the Delos temple, whereas Aristides appointed representatives, an admiral, financial officers, and treasurers.

Endymion, also of divine origin, the son of Zeus, was a pastor of Caria. He had occupied the throne of Elida, but after being dethroned, I seek refuge in the bush Larmos and devoted himself to the field, falling in love with the moon, the only company because of his