To what degree was the war of 1812 truly a second war for Independence

How did roman authorities treat conquered peoples? required them to pay taxes to rome replaced their local governments compelled them to adopt roman customs invited them to become roman citizens

Is karma the same as destiny, in the sense that everything that happens to you is predetermined? do you believe that "what goes around comes around," and if so is this the same as karma? does everyone get what they deserve, in the end?

Historians sometimes rely on video recordings in researching past events because