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Protestant Missionaries and the Self-strengthening Movement in China

by Andrew Sean Murphy, Mar 12, 2008

The "Self-Strengthening" Movement and Protestant Missionaries were instrumental in the modernization of China.

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How the Opium War Had a Significant Impact on British/Chinese Relations

by Andrew Sean Murphy, Mar 12, 2008

The Opium War marked a critical turning point in the history of China. It effectively ended China's supremacy in China itself for many years.

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The Significance of Lord Macartney's Mission to China

by Andrew Sean Murphy, Mar 12, 2008

Although it was not a success the Macartney mission to China was a significant event in British/Chinese relations in the 18th century...

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How President Kennedy is Partially Responsible for Vietnam

by Andrew Sean Murphy, Mar 12, 2008

President John Fitzgerald Kennedy helped guide America through the perilous times of the Cuban Missile crisis, but helped increase American involvement in Vietnam...

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Bullet Proof Vests

by joeskater26, Mar 11, 2008

The history of bullet proof vests, and all kinds of information about them.

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A Little Bit of Casino History

by cynical_chique, Mar 11, 2008

Have you ever been to a casino? If you have only seen casinos in action films, but don't really have a good idea as to what they really are, then this is for you.

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