Ten Great Events in History by James Johonnot

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Author Johonnot, James, 1823-1888
Title Ten Great Events in History
Contents Defense of freedom by Greek valor -- Crusades and the crusaders -- Defense of freedom in alpine passes -- Bruce and Bannockburn -- Columbus and the New World -- Defense of freedom on Dutch dikes -- The invincible armada -- Freedom's voyage to America -- Plassey; and how an empire was won -- Lexington and Bunker Hill.
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Summary "Ten Great Events in History" by James Johonnot is a historical account compiled and arranged in the late 19th century. The work explores significant moments in history where individuals or groups responded to tyranny, highlighting themes of freedom and resistance throughout various epochs. The opening of the book sets the tone for a discussion on the nature of freedom and tyranny, beginning with a detailed account of ancient Greece's valorous stand against Persian oppression. It emphasizes the struggle for liberty, portraying the societal and cultural advancements made by the Greeks prior to their conflict with the Persian Empire. The chapter introduces key figures such as Miltiades, who leads the Greeks at the historic Battle of Marathon, where a vastly outnumbered Athenian army achieves a monumental victory against Persian forces. This triumph is framed not just as a military success but as a pivotal moment promoting the values of liberty and civilization over despotism. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
Language English
LoC Class D: History: General and Eastern Hemisphere
Subject History
Subject Readers
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EBook-No. 8507
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Most Recently Updated Dec 26, 2020
Copyright Status Public domain in the USA.
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