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Al Gore is one of four men to win the popular vote but lose the Presidency. Two of the four occupied the Oval Office after their Electoral College defeat. Here are 13 men who came closest to being President without grabbing the big brass ring.

History began when the Sumerians invented writing. The dissemination of knowledge through Muslim conquest, the Crusades and the Mongol Invasions kindled the Renaissance. How will I-University and Wikipedia revolutionize the world?

How Mussolini's manipulation of the press led to his own fall.

India and China seek influence in Africa

The eventual demise of imperial China was firmly rooted in successive movements from first the intellectual community in 18th and 19th century China, and much like other European revolutions - the French Revolution in particular.

This paper examines American policy toward the PRC and Taiwan. Specifically, it examines the "One China" policy, the factors that contribute to that policy, and the prospects for changes to the policy in the near future.

The Republic of Tea's Mango Ceylon Decaf is a wonderfully unusual beverage: strong, but with a nice fruity flavor.

A book review of Edmund Morgan's The Birth of the Republic.

A comparison of the real-life character of Alcibiades as portrayed in Thucydides' The Peloponnesian War versus the political philosophy expressed in Plato's The Republic.

This is a comprehensive and detailed examination Ancient Roman military during the Republic.

The Republic of Armenia is a country with a smallpulation of only 2,980,000 people and much of those inhabitants reside in the capital and largest city of Yerevan, which has approximately 1.1 million people.

The Republic of Korea suffers social, economic and political problems and one model U.N. solution may be reunification with North Korea.

The Strawberry Green Tea by the Republic of Tea and Harry and David features genuine dried strawberry for a flavorful and fruity green tea experience from this premium tea.

The small island nation officially known as the Republic of Maldives, is one of the least populated countries in the world with a mere 306,000 inhabitants.

The first to secede? Vermont wants the U.S. out.

The culture in Albania is relatively homogeneous and the single official language that's spoken throughout the country is Albania. Additionally, there are only two main ethnic groups that are present in Albania, and they are the Tosks and the Ghegs.

The primary ethnic groups, however, are the Kalenjin, Luhya, Luo, Kikuyu, and Maasai, those there are hundreds of other known ethnic groups in the country.

Like most other Soviet republics, the Bulgarian government could be best characterized as a pro-communist government whose practices were most often aligned with those of Moscow.

$680 U.S. dollars per year. This is the average income of a person who lives in Burundi, recently ranked as the poorest country in the world. Burundi has a population of approximately 8,508,000 making it the 91st most populous country in the world, as well aso the poorest.

Mozambique is a former Portuguese colony that was informally a part of the Portuguese Empire as early as the beginning of the 16th century, though it was formally colonized in the 19th century.

As one can clearly see, the Niger government has long been plagued with instability and chaos, one can only hope that things will change in the future.

The state flag of California has a unique history, dating back to a short lived revolt in the middle of 1846 known as the Bear Flag Revolt.

Historical overview of the first major grass roots political lobby in the U.S.

Estonia is the world's second largest supplier of oil shale in the world, which made it vital to the Soviet economy when it was occupied by them.

The ROT Rally must be seen to be believed. Every year bikers swarm to Austin Texas for this biker rally to the benefit and excitement of Austinites young and old.

Cameroon is a diverse country with several different ethnic tribes including: the Fang, Bamileke, Duala, Fulani, and Pygmies, there are also over 200 other tribes, making it one of the most ethnically diverse countries in Africa.

Surprisingly, the Slovenia economy has been quite successful following its secession from Yugoslavia, and now boasts a GDP per-capita on par with other developed European nations, at approximately $23,843 per person.

Chad is among the most diverse countries on the African continent, with over 200 known ethnicities within the country. There are also over 100 languages used in Chad, though French and Arabic are the official languages and are the most widely-spoken

Does the United States Flag still mean anything to people? In case you've forgotten what it stands for, here's a reminder.

Settling Accounts: In at the Death is the eleventh and it is said the last of the long running Southern Victory Series by master of alternate history Harry Turtledove. But since it sets up so many possibilities for future stories, one should not bet any money on it.

The Battle of Actium in 31 BC brought an end to the Roman Republic and the pharaohs of Egypt. This battle is a watershed moment in human history.

Find the best fireworks shows here - whether you are looking for live fireworks shows, watching fireworks on television, or traveling and want to view the best fireworks videos on your laptop.

A review of the Republic of Tea fine teas.

An inventor from Wilmington, NC, has perfected a device to easily shell peanuts which serve as the main nutritional source for 500 million people everyday in developing countries.

In 1872, the writer of the words to the "Battle Hymn of the Republic," Julia Ward Howe, suggested that we celebrate a day in the United States to honor mothers.

It is chanted by some that America has ceased being a republic and has become an empire, using Rome as an example. But these people don't seem to realize that the two terms aren't mutually exclusive.

This book is more like a novel than a history. The author, Coote, paints Napoleon in a good light, but isn't afraid to critique the master of the European battlefield. Napoleon made mistakes at the end, yet reconquered France with six hundred men.

On March 15th in the year 44 BC Julius Caesar was killed by a coterie of disgruntled senators. Caesar's death seemed, at the time a preservation of republican principles, but really was the single most important event in ushering in the imperial age.

The political policies of the United States of America are often accused of being imperialistic. As one searches through history, they may find particular instances where it appears as if the U.S. is an empire.

While most people think of Mother's Day as an opportunity (or requirement) to send their mother and/or grandmothers a card, flowers, or a gift, the origin of the holiday was quite different.

The struggle of the Chileans, in opposition to disparaging circumstances and out-side influence, is a great testament to the strength of the value of the Chileans.

These are the ten worst Vice Presidents in United States history

When we were last in Jericho, Kansas, in a horrific alternate universe in which twenty or so American cities had been reduced to radioactive waste with suitcase nuclear weapons, war had broken out between the city state of Jericho and the nearby city state of New Bern.

The Myth of Er, rather than contradicting the goal of showing justice's intrinsic value, adds to it by making its greatest reward being able to make better choices and thus be more just through philosophy

Even though both governments are different in the ways in which they are run, neither one is right or wrong. The government set up depends not only on the president's or monarch's preferences, but also the history of the country and what works best for it.

The Southern historical interpretation of the Civil War is reviewed from its infancy to its acceptance nationally, and finally its legacy is discussed.

On a sunny day in Chicago, in 1937, striking steelworkers, fellow unionists and their families, were assaulted by the Chicago police as they peacefully marched. Ten unionists dieed from police bullets and dozens were injured.

The story behind the song " The Yellow Rose of Texas"

During late summer, the Republic of China is a quiet and deserted place. A fission of fear shimmers in the air and an aura of caution envelops the entire country. Nobody dares to venture out after dark.

The Republic of Turkey is a beautiful country that borders Iraq, Iran, Bulgaria, Greece, and four other countries as well. It is a nation filled with colorful history and the birth of the Hittites and Ottoman empire.

We all expect the gift shop when we go to an amusement park - both big and small. What you don't expect is to take a trip to a war zone and be met with a similar tourist trap.

I thought the Hoover Dam was going to be a quick "look at it and go" landmark to see. Boy, was I wrong? There is much to do and learn and it's well worth a visit.

General George S. Patton was a brilliant and hard-driving commander who lacked political skills, which hindered his progress within the military hierarchy. The 1970 biographical film "Patton" and many histories obfuscate the fact that he was a vicious anti-Semite.

The Republic of India is the seventh largest country in the world by land mass. It also has one of the largest populations with a 2007 estimate of 1.12 billion people! That is one sixth of the world's population and they have claim to the largest democracy on the planet!

A review of several of the best antiwar movies based on historical episodes.

These beaches of the eastern Adriatic range from sandy to pebbled and from family-friendly to nudist, making for a diverse selection of beautiful shores.

The musicians and singers did a very good job bringing an interesting and important story to life. While in a different format, the opera covers familiar themes from other works by Waters, so fans of his song lyrics should appreciate this.

Matthew Stover has written an entertaining, insightful, and moving account of a hero's tragic fall from grace amidst the death of a galaxy-spanning democracy.

Details about the Clone Wars - one of the biggest, yet largely unseen, elements in the Star Wars mythology - and well-developed characters are the main draw of this excellently-written Prequel Era novel.

This paper looks at the Women and to what level they rebelled against the society. Have they become a united group, despite their supposed place in society? This paper explores this question.

If you've been stranded on a desert island since May of 1977 or are new to the Star Wars mythos, this how-to guide explains the chronology of the six-film saga.

The endurance of Greek theatre & democracy suggests that they are or were strongly connected. Greek tragedy offers a system of unity that is not found in today's individualist culture.

Through the eyes of a flawed character, Charles Johnson creates a beautiful fictional slave narrative immersed in a Buddhist concept which stresses the interconnected of the universe, elimination of "self," and the single destiny of humanity.

Growing up in the 1980's, it was nearly impossible not to become a Star Wars fan. Whether it was having lightsaber duels on the playground, playing with the action figures, or discussing the films ad naseum - it was a vital part of my childhood.

Congress's power of appropriation may be the key to achieving a timely withdrawal of US forces from Iraq.

I know some people that can drink green tea "straight" and don't mind the odd aroma and slightly fishy taste. I'm certainly not one of those--I've had to do some extensive shopping around for a flavored green tea that didn't make my mouth pucker.

To verify the claim that democracy is the manifestation of the popular will, one must examine the origins of democracies to discern whether they are truly polyarchial or are dependent on the support of the elite to succeed. Europe provides some examples.

Explore some of the stories that Ellis recounts in his novel, and get some insight into what these stories tell about the young American Republic.

Overivew of the activitesi available at the K<>K Ranch located in Eastern Washington State, 90 miles Northwest from Spokane, WA.

Analyzes F. Scott Fitzgerald's The Great Gatsby as a work of American Modernism through its imagined landscape, embrace of Modernist themes, and portrayal of the American dream.

Training was one of the reasons why the Roman army was so successful, and it was taken very seriously, "The courage of a soldier is heightened by his knowledge of his profession,

The Tet Offensive was a significant part of the Vietnam War because the American Public got to see the hardship of battle.

Alamos offers a glimpse of a rarified life that has long vanished.. Be sure to bring lots of film; the Republic of Mexico has declared the entire village a National Historic Monument. If you arrive late on a moonlit night you might still hear the ghosts.

A close look at where Terrorism got it's name, mainly from The Terror during the French Revolution.

If you can get past the excesses of Attack of the Clones and view the Star Wars prequel trilogy as a story arc, there is simply no question that the prequels are far superior to the original movies.

The Religious Right's protest against the movie The Last Temptation of Christ had the short term effect of helping the movie to turn a profit. They were much more successful with the long term effects of their calls for censorship, however.

James Luceno's Dark Lord is one of the best literary adventures set "a long time ago in a galaxy far, far away." A must-read for Star Wars fans.

Higher than the Eiffel Tower, Berlin's Fernsehturm is also the highest building in Germany.

Pharsalus was the decisive battle of the civil war between Caesar on one side and Pompey and the Roman Senate on the other. No one knew it then, but its outcome ensured the death of the Roman Republic and the rise of the Roman Empire.

This is a look at some of the murals on the Falls Road and Shankill Road in West Belfast, Northern Ireland after a trip that I took in May 2004. The images are truly unforgettable and help to literally paint a picture of life in West Belfast.

Analyzes contemporary media outlet reporting on Dick Cheney through the lenses of media scholars Neil Postman, Robert McChesney, and Michael Schudson.

The life of African American Soldiers during the Civil War was brutal. Life as a soldier during the Battle of Gettysburg was very demanding.

Larry Wachowski, co-creator of the Matrix, is reportedly deeply involved in the world of BDSM and may even be considering a sex change operation. Some argue this is the reason for the decline in quality of the Matrix sequels, but I disagree.

This is a simple overview of the Rwanda Genocide and the implications in educating children on the facts in addition to education in tolerance and peace keeping.

According to news reports, the African nations of Guinea Bissau, Senegal, and the Republic of Congo are all suffering from fuel shortages. The result in some areas has been cuts in power supply as well as shortages in potable water.

Former Arkansas Governor Mike Huckabee makes light of potential assassination of Barack Obama during a speech at the N.R.A. Convention

Participation in the Olympic Games is the desired ambitious crowning point of many athletic careers. But in the light of the recent events has the spotlight moved from the athletes to the profiteers and politicians? Is the Olympic spirit lost?

This is a research article about children's literature, mythology and popular culture. It tries to understand the important role that the very different religious sensibilities of authors like C.S. Lewis and Philip Pullman are playing in our culture.

With researching on the impact of the Internet on Singapore and China , we shall examine how social, cultural, political and regulatory factors play a part in the success (or failure) of new media technologies - the Internet.

The United States Constitution is one of the most analyzed, debated, and discussed documents in the World. There is very little agreement on how it should be interpreted and applied.

A LUNA Tea Cake is a snack bar that is made with tea from The Republic of Tea in addition to dried fruit, whole grains, vitamins, minerals, and other organic products. It is certainly unique, but how does it measure up as a nutrition bar?

This article will address some of the challenges that arise in reading and intepreting the Second Amendment, and explain why it is so hard to apply an Amendment that seems so simple to so many.

A cursory discussion of the symbolism of the Ara Pacis, and the notion of myth-based history.

Madagascar offers a number of outstanding snorkeling and diving locales, whale-watching off the east coast and the opportunities for amateur photographers are virtually limitless

Washington remains the center of many varying historiographic studies two hundred years after Washington's service in the Revolutionary War.

Hold your breathe. If Kinky Friedman becomes governor of Texas, he might go to become an independent candidate in 2008 for President of the United States. Considering public disgust with both Democrats and Republicans, Kinky may attract wide support.

Huntsville, Texas is an important center of commerce for the region, a historic town with a rich history, good economy and much to offer visitors. It's also a temporary home to two very different transient populations, college students and state felons.

The Battle of San Jacinto was a world historical event, as it resulted in the transfer of a huge amount of territory from Mexico, first to it's inhabitents, but finally to the United States.

This account reveals some current global applications of the concept "honorary white," and questions if apartheid has really ended.

King Carlos IV and V outlawed the playing of bocce and doctors tried to discredit the claim that bocce helped curing rheumatism.