I'd like to summarize the pioneering role which the Polish-Lithuanian commonwealth played in the progress of the dominant global culture and governmental institutions. They limited the power of monarchy, and paved the way for religious tolerance in Europe. Indeed, the commonwealth influenced the rest of Europe in becoming more liberal. Without them, the U.S either wouldn't exist, or it would be a monarchy with wars over religion. Similarly, higher education wouldn't exist without the example that the Polish-Lithuanian commonwealth set. They were essentially the first humanistic European nation. Moreover, maritime empires can grow much larger because sea travel was faster than land travel. Also, there was a significant gap in power between maritime powers and the people who lived in the lands colonized. Even the decreased power proportional to distance was sufficient for control over colonies. Such is the power of gunpowder, maritime time travel, and a strong central government. Of course, once the colonies became powerful enough, then distance once again became significant. Lastly, in regards to Spain coming to terms with their Muslim past, that is because of the celebration of the reconquista in medieval literature, and pride over their later empire. Particularly of note are the Chronicles of the Cid and The Song of Roland. This is seen as a stepping stone for further glory which Spain attained. In contrast, eastern Europe had to rely on distant powers to drive Islam out. Later, distant powers balkanized the region. Thus, Roman (or even Macedonian) glory could never be restored. At least, not yet. Since Byzantium fell a millennium after Rome, it's only a matter time before the pendulum swings again.
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This lecture is actually "Session 23". Session 23 & 24 are out of order in the playlist 49C7AA14331CFEF3.
Thanks for that heads up
I'd like to summarize the pioneering role which the Polish-Lithuanian commonwealth played in the progress of the dominant global culture and governmental institutions. They limited the power of monarchy, and paved the way for religious tolerance in Europe. Indeed, the commonwealth influenced the rest of Europe in becoming more liberal. Without them, the U.S either wouldn't exist, or it would be a monarchy with wars over religion. Similarly, higher education wouldn't exist without the example that the Polish-Lithuanian commonwealth set. They were essentially the first humanistic European nation.
Moreover, maritime empires can grow much larger because sea travel was faster than land travel. Also, there was a significant gap in power between maritime powers and the people who lived in the lands colonized. Even the decreased power proportional to distance was sufficient for control over colonies. Such is the power of gunpowder, maritime time travel, and a strong central government. Of course, once the colonies became powerful enough, then distance once again became significant.
Lastly, in regards to Spain coming to terms with their Muslim past, that is because of the celebration of the reconquista in medieval literature, and pride over their later empire. Particularly of note are the Chronicles of the Cid and The Song of Roland. This is seen as a stepping stone for further glory which Spain attained. In contrast, eastern Europe had to rely on distant powers to drive Islam out. Later, distant powers balkanized the region. Thus, Roman (or even Macedonian) glory could never be restored. At least, not yet. Since Byzantium fell a millennium after Rome, it's only a matter time before the pendulum swings again.
hi i was wondering is there one of these on the tudors??
"The truth of the matters is, hah, what do I know about truth... hopefully the siren will cover that up" lool
Really dreading the end of this course 😂😂
Richard Bulliet's bias is glaring at me.