The Pocket Guide to World HistoryArtigas, José. 1764-1850. Uruguay revolutionary leader. “Father of Uruguayan independence”. [Read more ...] Artois. 5C Franks. 9C Flanders. 1180 France 1329 Burgundy, Austria. 1659 France. [Read more ...] Aryabhata. 476-550. Hindu astronomer. Explained eclipses, earth’s rotation. [Read more ...] Aryans. 2000BC. Nomads from Steppes spread to India. Founded Indus Civilization, 3240-2750BC. Hyksos Empire in Syria, 1720-1550BC. Introduced horse chariots. Basis for all Indo-European languages. [Read more ...] Ascension. Jesus’ rise to heaven 40 days after Resurrection. [Read more ...] Asceticism. Self denial of sensual and material pleasures. Advocated by many religious sects. [Read more ...] Ascham, Roger. 1515-68. English humanist, author. [Read more ...] Asclepius. Greek god of healing. Killed by Zeus to prevent immortality of man. Son of Apollo. [Read more ...] Ascot. 1711. First Royal Meeting. [Read more ...] Asculum, Battle. 279BC. “Pyrrhic” victory of Pyrrhus over Romans. [Read more ...] Asgard. Scandinavian abode of the gods. [Read more ...] 48 © Copyright 2007 PocketHistory.com Hosted by BenLo Park |