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Miguel de Cervantes

History; World history

(1547-1616) Spanish Renaissance writer. His greatest work is the comedic tale Don Quixote.

pagoda

History; World history

A multistoried building with the corners of the roof curved up that were used as a temple.

totalitarian state

History; World history

A state or country completely controlled by a single power, such as a monarch or dictator.

coup d etat

History; World history

The acting of overthrowing a government in favor of another, usually through violent means.

Israeli War for Independence

History; World history

(1948-49) War between Israel and the Arab world over the formation of the nation of Israel.

Francisco Pizarro

History; World history

(1476?-1541) Spanish conquistador who was responsible for the conquest of the Incan Empire.

Suez War of 1956

History; World history

War between Israel and Egypt which resulted in Egypt losing control of the Sinai Peninsula.

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