Why did the roman empire last much longer in the east than in the west?

1)if a revolution merely replaces one authoritarian ruler with another, is it still a a revolution? a turning point? 2) “the great events of history have a way of defying ideological manipulation”, according to serge schmemann, a pulitzer prize winning journalist. do you agree, why or why not? other thoughts?

What triumphs did the late 19th century witness in the realms of industrial growth, urbanization, and technological innovation? what challenges did these developments pose for urban dwellers, workers, and recent immigrants? how did city officials and everyday citizens respond to these challenges?

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