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  The End of Feudalism - How...

  Arlo Holders

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  Feudalism was a social, political, and economic system that dominated medieval Europe, particularly from the 9th to the 15th century. Its structure was based on the exchange of land for loyalty, military service, and labor. At its core, feudalism established a hierarchical order in which the king, or monarch, granted land, known as fiefs, to vassals (nobles) in exchange for their service. In turn, these vassals would grant portions of their land to serfs or peasants, who worked the land in return for protection and sustenance. This land-based economy was highly localized, with power concentrated in the hands of a few, and much of daily life revolved around agricultural production. 
  The decline of feudalism did not happen overnight but was a gradual process influenced by several interconnected factors. Key to its decline was the increasing centralization of power by monarchs. As monarchs gained more control, often through military conquest or strategic marriages, they began to diminish the power of feudal lords. This shift marked the beginning of the nation-state as a powerful political entity, replacing the decentralized feudal system. Additionally, the rise of a money-based economy undermined the land-based economy that feudalism relied upon. The growth of trade, the development of markets, and the emergence of a merchant class further destabilized feudal structures. 
  Another critical event in the decline of feudalism was the Black Death in the 14th century. The plague decimated large portions of Europe’s population, resulting in severe labor shortages. This, in turn, weakened the traditional feudal relationships between lords and serfs. With fewer workers available, peasants were able to demand better conditions, higher wages, or even freedom from their obligations. This shift in labor dynamics helped to weaken the power of feudal lords, who could no longer rely on a subjugated, large labor force to maintain their estates.

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  3-Minute Norwegian - Bonus...

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  Mutapa Empire - The Strategic...

  Rolf Hedger

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  The Mutapa Empire, also known as the Kingdom of Mutapa, emerged in the 15th century as a powerful Shona state in southern Africa. Its origins are deeply rooted in the earlier civilizations of the region, particularly the Kingdom of Great Zimbabwe, from which it inherited its political structures, trade networks, and cultural traditions. As Great Zimbabwe began to decline due to overpopulation, resource depletion, and internal conflicts, new centers of power arose, with Mutapa becoming the most dominant. 
  According to oral tradition, the empire was founded by a prince named Nyatsimba Mutota, who left Great Zimbabwe in search of new resources, particularly salt. His journey led him northward, where he conquered smaller communities and established a new political center. Mutota’s leadership allowed him to unite different groups under his rule, forming the early foundations of the Mutapa Empire. His successors, particularly his son Matope, expanded the empire further, consolidating power over a vast territory that included present-day Zimbabwe, Mozambique, and parts of Zambia and South Africa. 
  The name “Mutapa” itself carries significant meaning, often interpreted as “conqueror” or “master pillager,” reflecting the empire’s expansionist nature. The title “Mwene Mutapa” was given to its rulers, signifying supreme authority over both the people and the land. Under this leadership, the empire became highly centralized, with the Mwene Mutapa holding absolute power while relying on regional chiefs to manage local governance. This political structure allowed for effective control over its vast territories and trade networks.

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  New York's World War II Aircraft

  Cory P. Graff, P.J. Muller

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  New York State was a center of industry during World War II. New York aviation companies designed many of the greatest combat aircraft of the era, and bustling armies of women and men helped quickly churn them out by the thousands. More than one fourth of all US warplanes came from New York drawing boards during the war. These planes saw combat service everywhere, holding the line in the deserts of North Africa and flying from aircraft carriers plying the vast Pacific Ocean. Others operated over the frozen tundra of Alaska and Siberia. New York aircraft flew tons of fuel, ammunition, and supplies over the treacherous Himalayan Mountains into China, relentlessly hounded enemy submarines and ships, and battered Axis strongholds all the way to victory.

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  Understanding Loss and Grief - A...

  Nanette Burton Mongelluzzo

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  A comprehensive self-help book about the different kinds of loss we experience over a lifetime, and the sorrow that accompanies them.   In this guide, psychotherapist Nanette Burton Mongelluzzo considers the different ways we experience loss and grief, in all their variations—whether through the actual death of a loved one, including a beloved pet, or losses experienced through such events as divorce, medical problems, and natural disasters—and examines what these experiences do to us psychologically, biologically, and emotionally.    She also offers understanding and the needed tools for moving through the various experiences, both big and small. Everyone is touched by loss. It begins early in our lives and continues through many ages and stages. Through the use of real-life vignettes, and fascinating facts on loss and grief within the American cultural landscape, this book provides both insight and comfort.

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  History Of Czechoslovakia &...

  HISTORY FOREVER

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  2 BOOKS IN 1 
  Book 1 - History of Czech Republic & Yugoslavia 
  Book 2 - History of Czechoslovakia 
  In book 1 you will discover; 
  ·       History of Bohemia 
  ·       Forming Czechoslovakia 
  ·       The Soviet Invasion Of Czechoslovakia 
  ·       The Breakup of Czechoslovakia 
  ·       The Velvet Revolution 
  ·       The Breakup of Yugoslavia 
  ·       Surprising Facts Of Czech Republic 
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  ·       History of the Bohemia, Slovakia & Czechia 
  ·       The Habsburg Rule 
  ·       The 30-year war 
  ·       Time of Darkness 
  ·       The Seven Years War 1756-1763 
  ·       The Second World War 
  ·       Czechoslovakia after WW2 
  ·       History of Prague 
  ·       Real Name of Czech Republic 
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