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The Journey to Delphi
Routes to Delphi
Traveling to Delphi in ancient times was not an easy task. From Thebes, one could go westward on a difficult journey that...
Demosthenes Life and Death
Early Life and Career
Demosthenes was the son of a wealthy furniture-dealer in Athens. Born into privilege, he received a good education and later became...
Socrates Life and Trial
Early Life and Background
Socrates was born in Athens in 469 B.C. His father was a sculptor, and Socrates himself also learned this craft. For...
The Moat of Constantinople
The moat of Constantinople was one of the most important parts of the city's defense system. In Greek, it was called the Taphros. It...
Smaller Towers on the Outer Wall
The towers along the Outer Wall of Constantinople were much smaller than the towers found on the Inner Wall. These outer towers stood about...
Inside the Towers
Living and Defense Space
The lower part of each tower in Constantinople’s city walls did not play a major role in direct combat. Instead, it...
Right to Vote and Public Services
In Serbia, every man who has completed military service is entitled to vote. Additionally, people who pay taxes of at least 15 francs a...
The Citadel and Its Military Purpose
Within the walls of the citadel, several important facilities are located. These include barracks for an artillery regiment, residences for the army commander and...
The Servian Language and Cultural Identity
The Servian (now called Serbian) language is a blend of Slavic influences, with noticeable similarities to both Russian and Greek. It is also closely...
Food and Living Conditions
In Bulgaria, meat and vegetables are inexpensive, which means that laborers and their families can eat well. The daily diet of the working people...
