Imperialism and Colonialism: A Historical Analysis
Causes of Imperialism
Demographic: Increased population in Europe due to demographic pressure led to a need for more food and employment. This population influx was favored by governments, especially in Germany.
Political: Dominating more territory gave a state more international prestige and influence. Settlements represented strategic control points. Soldiers encouraged colonialism due to faster promotions in colonial wars.
Scientific-Technical: Geographical expeditions explored the interior of Africa,
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Beef Cattle Production and Global Markets
Introduction
Veterinary expertise in beef cattle production is crucial due to its significant business potential. Globally, beef cattle numbers have fluctuated. While countries like Argentina (54 million), Uruguay (20 million), and Brazil (150 million) boast large herds, Chile’s cattle population has decreased to approximately 3.7 million in the 2007 census.
Chile’s meat production reveals a dominance of poultry (570,000 tons) and pork (480,000 tons) over
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Agrarian Landscape of the Interior Peninsula
This largest area, occupying almost half of Spain, includes the Meseta and the Ebro Depression. It is characterized by a high altitude and a Mediterranean climate with significant seasonal temperature differences. Extreme winter temperatures limit agricultural activity.
a) Agrarian Structure:
- Population migration has led to depopulation and land abandonment.
- Settlements are concentrated.
- Varied landholding systems: smallholdings in the Duero and Ebro valleys
Al-Andalus: History, Culture, and Art of Islamic Iberia
1. Introduction
During the 5th century, with the fall of the Roman Empire, the Visigoths entered the Iberian Peninsula and established their capital in Toledo. Their empire flourished between the 6th and 7th centuries. However, power struggles weakened the monarchy, making the peninsula vulnerable to the Muslim expansion led by the Umayyad dynasty in 711. The Muslim-controlled territory became known as Al-Andalus.
2. Al-Andalus
In 711, Muslims crossed the Strait of Gibraltar, winning the Battle of
Read MoreSpain’s Economic Transformation Post-Civil War
Economic Development Post-Civil War
After the Civil War, Spain faced economic hardship, exacerbated by World War II despite its neutrality. The country was predominantly rural and economically shattered.
Autarky (1939-1951)
Spain pursued autarky, aiming for self-sufficiency through state control. Key measures included:
- Agricultural initiatives like the National Wheat Service and the National Institute of Colonization.
- Industrial incentives and the creation of INI, a state-owned industrial holding.
- Strict
Roman Law: Classification of Things (Res)
Sort of Thing – COSA – All that can be an economic right.
Cosa, res, it is both material assets and intangibles, such as rights.
Gaius, 2.1.
Superiore de jure personarum commentario exposuimus; videamus way you rebus: quae sunt vel in nostro heritage habentur patrimonio vel extra nostrum.
In the previous paper we have discussed the right of the people, try things now. Things are either private equity or are outside it.
Intangible
“Things that you can play: quae tangi possunt.” The intangible thing: “Things
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