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    To bring us to speed here is a recap of the story thus far: Katniss (Jennifer Lawrence) a resident of the impoverished mining province of District 12, controlled by the dictator of the Capitol President Snow. As punishment for a past rebellion, the Capitol requires all 12 districts to nominate two teenage “tributes”—one girl and one boy—to participate in the Hunger Games. These games are played to-the-death with only one survivor. In the previous movie, Katniss volunteered in place of her sister

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    de Liberation National) had a considerable impact on shaping the landscape of post- Second World War France and ultimately Europe. An emerging sub-state terrorist organization devoted to put an end to French colonial domination of Algeria (1830-1962) throughout the 1950s, the FLN efficiently ruined France’s dreams of carrying on its position as a global power, in which consequently furthered France to commit itself to the nascent European Community. The FLN may also be seen as having unintentionally

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    understand how the actual political system in France works. The ordinance of Villers-Cotterets in 1539 stipulated that royal business be pronounced recorded and delivered in the native France language and not otherwise. It include that the systematic recording of births, marriages and deaths. This ordinance allowed native France language to become the primary language that French people still defend today. WWI started in 1914, when

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    If travelers are fortunate enough to travel through Albany, Texas, they will run across a precious gem of history located in the heart of Shackelford County. The Shackelford County Courthouse can be found in the center of Albany. This majestic courthouse catches the eye of those who pass by it. Many stop to capture a picture to forever hold a glimpse of its beauty. It is unique in that it is recognized as one of the nine Second Empire style courthouses built in Texas. The Texas Historical Commission

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    was sick) went to the Palace of Versailles on the last day. I have always wanted to go to the Palace of Versailles because of my slight obsession with Marie Antoinette's story. Marie Antoinette spent her glorious years as the princess and queen of France in the Palace of Versailles. Also, I heard the garden of Versailles was breathtakingly beautiful. Unfortunately, I wasn’t able to spend as much time as I would like at the palace. Three hours at the palace is just not enough time to explore. A.

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    research on is Marna-la-Vallee, France. Marna-la-Vallee is a small new town located thirteen miles from Paris, France. It is a fairly new and small town with 37,000 acres and a total population of 282,150 people. The most significant attraction for this area of Marne-la-Vallee, France would be Disneyland Paris. And, of course the sightseeing of Paris, France which is only thirteen miles from Marna-la-Vallee, France. I selected this destination of Mara-la-Vallee, France because this is where Disneyland

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    Nicolas Poussin

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    Nicolas Poussin is born in Les Andelys, France in 15 Jun 1594. Poussin's talant was recognized from an early age, and when successful local painter Quentin Varin visit his hometown. Very little is known about Poussin's early years in France. Inn the spring of 1624 Poussin arrived in Rome, where he was welcomed into the active group of intellectuals included Cassiano dal Pozzo archaeologist and philosopher. In 1628, with Cassiano’s help, Poussin received his first big agreement: “The Martyrdom of

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    Although, the newly French government tried to limit the growth of far-right ideas in French politics, some serval radical right-wing ideals had infiltrated into French society through international development in France status as a colonial power. One prominent group that rose during the 1950’s was the extreme right organization called Jeune Nation (Young Nation). The Jeune Nation was founded in 1950 by young army officers in the French army who were anti-communist, anti-modernist, xenophobic and

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    Why Did Napoleon's Defeat?

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    failed to accept culmination during the invasion of Russia in 1812. These actions served to thwart Napoleon’s interests and did not achieve their intended results. More importantly, it will be seen that they combined to create a momentum against France that Napoleon could not overcome. This essay will examine each of these actions, the decisions behind them, and their resultant effects. By providing evidence the actions were ultimately “self-defeating” it will prove that it was the Emperor himself

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    History: While not particularly famous outside of the town, you’ll be hard pressed to find a local who doesn’t know have a ghost story or two about Loggers Run Road, also known as “Labyrinth Highway” Created in the late 1890’s (before its upgrade in the 1930’s), Loggers Run was created to as a convenient way of not only connecting the town to the main highway, but also to allow multiple points of access for the company Daylight Logging to find their way back to town. Did you know? Contrary to its

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